Good morning, Joliet.

New Lenox-based Trinity Services now offers Drive to Thrive, a driver readiness program that helps teens and adults with disabilities build key skills using an AI-powered simulator (which recreates realistic driving conditions) but it does not guarantee a license.

Farmer Doug Yunker harvested the first certified organic winter wheat in early July from a 147-acre field at Jackson Creek Preserve (south of Frankfort).

The wheat was shipped to an organic grain elevator in Indiana as the district advances its shift to sustainable farming and prepares for more organic licenses.

The Illinois Department of Transportation began a $1.4M project Monday along Theodore Street - Route 7 from U.S. Route 30 to Illinois Route 53 in Joliet and Crest Hill, which includes concrete pavement patching, diamond grinding and new ADA-compliant ramps.

The work will continue into fall while keeping one lane open in each direction.

Will County Pets of the Week featured adoptable animals, including Jane the beagle and Mama Chanel the tabby, on Aug.

3, and each pet profile detailed their temperament and needs while local rescue agencies urged residents to consider adoption.

A single-family home at 908 Curtis Avenue sold for $375,000 on July 13.

Built in 1957, the 1,419 sqft house includes four parking spots and fetched $264 per sqft, reflecting current Joliet market trends.

CCL high school football will start its fall season soon, led by 24 returning head coaches including Tim Racki (Nazareth) with 200 wins, John Holecek (Loyola) with multiple state titles, and Bill Krefft (IC Catholic Prep) with consistent success.

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.