Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 12th of July.
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🏘️ Community
Joliet honored activist Michael Austin Clark, and the city dedicated Michael Austin Clark Way in front of Joliet West High School (his alma mater) on Saturday, July 11.
Officials and family celebrated his legacy with a proclamation naming March 19 as Michael Austin Clark Day.
🎭 Culture
Sally Knudsen of Channahon won June’s Preserve the Moment photo contest with her sharp shot of a warbler diving for an insect at McKinley Woods — judges praised her image for capturing the circle of life, and the contest is accepting entries through Dec.
31.
A look at Route 66 shows unique mom and pop motels built from the 1920s to 1950s still add historic charm to the area.
Joliet's history lives on through landmarks like the Munroe Hotel which continue to offer modern comforts & remind locals of America's Mother Road.
📰 Real Estate
A single-family home at 2620 George Avenue sold for $367,000 on June 18.
The 1,492 sqft house built in 1998 features central A/C and an attached garage.
🏈 Sports
Former Lincoln-Way East player Tyler Bell was picked 10th overall by the Colorado Rockies during the MLB Draft Saturday afternoon — he played well at Kentucky and earned top honors on the field.
🎉 Joliet Events
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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.
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