Good morning, Joliet.

The Righteous Hillbillies will perform tomorrow at 7 p.m. at the Joliet Area Historical Museum’s Rooftop Concert Series (tickets start at $16).

Joliet District 86 has named new principals for four schools for the upcoming school year.

Chris Latting will lead Gompers Junior High while Kathleen Prado, Megan Pritz, and Jamie Max head Marycrest Early Childhood Center, Carl Sandburg Elementary, and Isaac Singleton Elementary.

Northern Builders plans to build a 1.2 million sqft facility in Joliet — a project that may increase truck traffic and emissions — while State Sen. Rachel Ventura introduced new legislation aimed at protecting nearby neighborhoods from industrial pollution.

The official 2026 IHSA football schedules were released, laying out week-by-week matchups for local high schools in the Times area.

Key contests include season openers for Marquette and Aurora Christian as well as rivalries involving Ottawa and other schools — shaping the season ahead.

IHSA released its 2026 football schedule detailing week-by-week Chicago Catholic League games starting Aug.

21 and running through Oct. 16, including matchups with Joliet Catholic.

The 2026 IHSA football season schedule is out today, and Friday Night Drive hosts Steve Soucie and Matt Rodewald explain how the playoff expansion changes key games in Joliet—providing essential insights for local fans.

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.