Good morning, Joliet.

Everything in Sight, a full-service eye care provider, opened in Shorewood on Tuesday, July 7 at 1144 Jefferson St., Suite 200; it offers complete eye exams + contact lenses + glasses + glaucoma testing + emergency care.

Kingdom Deli LLC is opening its new spot in the food court at Louis Joliet Mall.

The Joliet Region Chamber of Commerce & Industry will host a ribbon-cutting today from noon to 1:30 p.m. with free giveaways for the first 50 guests.

The Illinois Department of Transportation said an extra eastbound lane on I-80 between Richards Street and U.S.-30 in Joliet will open Saturday, weather permitting.

The westbound lane will open later this month after overnight closures and ramp shifts.

Intermittent daytime lane closures will begin on Monday, July 13 as the Illinois Department of Transportation resurfaces Route 53 from north of University Parkway to Renwick Road in Romeoville and Lockport — access for residences and businesses remains intact while delays are expected until work completes in September.

Sam Ramirez, a 1994 Newman graduate, has been named head softball coach at Newman after 10 years assisting at Dixon and will rebuild the team with seven returning starters as the school year starts; he aims to bring a positive attitude to restore regional success.

Plainfield Central and Peotone finished under .500 in 2025 and hosted an OTA on Thursday to gauge their readiness for the 2026 season — both coaches said improved veteran leadership and cleaner practice sessions are key to boosting their performance.

Birding by Boat

8-10 a.m. — Rock Run Rookery — $20 per person — Explore local birds from the water's edge on this unique kayaking adventure.

Wish Upon a Star Fundraiser 2026

12:30 – 4:30 PM — St. Joseph Park — Ticket information available — Enjoy a live performance by Daisy & The Wild at this community fundraiser.