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Joliet
Friday, May 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Joliet. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of May.
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At the IHSA Class 2A Pontiac Sectional on Wednesday, May 20, athletes from Morris, Ottawa, Joliet Catholic, Coal City, Manteno, and Streator qualified for the state finals in Charleston. Notable efforts included Joey Liebhart's resilience after an early injury and strong finishes by the Swanson brothers. Herald-News
- ➤ Suburban Life-area athletes are set to compete at the IHSA girls track meet on the Eastern Illinois campus in Charleston this weekend. York's Karlin Janowski aims for a distance double while Downers Grove South's Karen Boakye leads with a top triple jump mark. Herald-News
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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.
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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.
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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.
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~ Buddha
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