Good morning, Joliet.

The Joliet Public Schools District 86 Board of School Inspectors voted to name Matthew Pritz as president and R.

Emil Standfield as vice president on May 13. Both will serve one-year terms and Standfield is set for reelection in 2027.

David Folorunsho committed to Notre Dame Friday on a Rivals livestream after leading the Shamrocks to a championship run and second-round playoff berth in 2025; he chose the Irish over several top programs and said (his campus felt like family) while preparing to start his fourth varsity season this fall.

Lincoln-Way East rallied with three runs in the seventh to win 9-8 over Lockport last Friday.

Rocco Triolo’s game-winning hit ended Lockport’s 15-game streak and lifted the Griffins to a 25-4 record.

St. Francis girls track and field won the Class 2A Clark Sectional title at Knute Rockne Stadium on Saturday, May 16.

They beat Timothy Christian 108 to 101 with wins by Margaret Andrzejewski in the 800, Alicen Sheldon in the 300 hurdles, and Ainsley Clark in the triple jump.

St. Laurence junior linebacker Sean Rice committed to Illinois last Friday after recording 123 tackles — he chose the Fighting Illini over offers from Indiana, Purdue and others.

Ranked No. 2 at his position, Rice led his team to the state semifinals during a standout junior season.

Mix of '26: Beyond Beer & Bourbon Fest

12-5 p.m. — Hollywood Casino Joliet — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate summer flavors with craft beers, bourbons, and live music while supporting veterans' housing initiatives.

Pat Clark Cancer Foundation 5K

7 a.m. — Cemeno's Pizza — All proceeds benefit local cancer patients — Join the community for a charity run supporting the Pat Clark Cancer Foundation.

Windy City Thunderbolts vs. Joliet Slammers

1:05 – 4:05 PM — Duly Health And Care Field — Tickets available — Support the local Slammers and enjoy the American tradition of baseball.