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Good morning, Joliet. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of June.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Joliet firefighters battled a heavy fire in the attic of a three-story apartment building at 115 Essington Road Tuesday morning+ seven residents received treatment for minor injuries while emergency management staff began relocating displaced residents.  Herald-News

BUSINESS NEWS

  • A new study by William Blair shows In-N-Out remains the top pick for worker happiness while local chain Portillo’s ranked eighth among nearly 90 restaurant brands—based on over 530,000 reviews collected over 11 years. The report found that culture, senior management, and work/life balance matter more to employees than pay and benefits.  WGN-TV
  • FanDuel in Illinois will add a $0.50 fee to each wager starting Sept. 1 in response to a new Illinois Transaction Fee that began July 1—Flutter Entertainment said it will cancel the charge if state lawmakers reverse the policy, though no change is expected.  FOX 32

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Florence Y'alls Baseball Game

    1-4 p.m. — Duly Health And Care Field — Tickets required — Support Joliet's local Pro Baseball Team in a classic American pastime.

    Thu, 6/19/25

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  • Cody Parks and The Dirty South Concert

    7:30-9 p.m. — The Forge — $25.60-$47.85 — Experience live music with Cody Parks and The Dirty South in a vibrant atmosphere.

    Fri, 6/20/25

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  • Subaru Speed Expo at Autobahn

    6 AM-7 PM — Autobahn Country Club — Cost varies — Enjoy 5x20 minute driving sessions at a premier racing venue.

    Sat, 6/21/25

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  • Virtual Senior Living Tour

    9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Willow Falls Senior Living — Free entry — Explore a welcoming community that blends quality care with vibrant living experiences.

    Sun, 6/22/25

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  • Concerts in the Park 2025

    6:30 – 8:30 p.m. — Preservation Park — Free entry — Enjoy a free concert series featuring local music under the open sky.

    Fri, 6/27/25

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  • Buddy Guy Live Performance

    7:30-9:00 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Ticket prices starting at $54 — Witness the legendary Buddy Guy, a blues icon and rock innovator, live on stage.

    Sat, 6/28/25

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  • Sleepy Hallow Concert

    8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Forge — Tickets from $59.15 — Experience live performances by Sleepy Hallow and Sheff G in an energetic atmosphere.

    Thu, 7/3/25

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