Good morning, Joliet.

A caravan from California brought the Big Texan Steak Ranch & Brewery contest to Old Joliet Prison on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, where teams faced a 72 oz steak challenge; the team of Quinn Adamowski and Lauren Dalton won.

Hall’s Braden Curran played as a linebacker in the 52nd Illinois Shrine Game last Saturday, June 20, at Illinois Wesleyan University in Bloomington — his team lost 17-16.

He said the experience was humbling and valued meeting children from Shriner’s Hospitals during the event.

2026 Chicagoland Grand Prix - Endurance Karting Race

6 hours — Kart Circuit Autobahn — $291.67+ per driver — Compete in an exciting endurance karting race in the Windy City for a chance to claim the podium.

Mississippi Mud Monsters Baseball Game

6:35-9:59 p.m. — Duly Health And Care Field — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of local baseball with the Joliet Slammers and celebrate the great American pastime.