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Joliet
Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Joliet. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of July.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Orland Township trustees voted to close the DMV at its 1,100-square-foot site on 149th Street, and the facility must be vacated in 90 days, which will force residents to travel to Joliet for services—state officials including Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias criticized the decision. Trustee Frank Williams said the move was not meant to remove the DMV completely, while Supervisor Paul O’Grady urged a public vote on the change. WGN-TV
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Powerman 5000 Concert
6:30-8 p.m. — The Forge — $16.78 - $47.85 — Experience a night of electrifying music with Powerman 5000 and other artists on their tour.
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Gunshine Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The Forge — Check website for price — Enjoy a night of rock with performances from Gunshine, Yet Again, The Midnight Calls, and Speedfreak.
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Totally 80's Music Tribute
7-9:30 p.m. — The Forge — Tickets from $13.95 — Relive the nostalgia of the 80s with an electrifying music tribute performance.
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Birding by Boat
9-11 a.m. — Rock Run Rookery — $20 per person — Explore birds from a unique water vantage point.
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12 Stones and Smile Empty Soul Concert
6:30-9 p.m. — The Forge — Ticket prices vary — Experience the hard-hitting sounds of 12 Stones and Smile Empty Soul live in Joliet.
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Concerts in the Park 2025
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Preservation Park — Free entry — Enjoy live music in the beautiful surroundings of Preservation Park, perfect for a summer evening.
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12th Annual 815 Day Celebration
12-5 p.m. — Nowell Park — Free entry — Celebrate community spirit with live music, local vendors, and activities for all ages.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing.
~ Seneca
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