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Joliet
Sunday, August 10th, 2025
Good morning, Joliet. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 10th of August.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Joliet’s Cathedral District will host its fourth annual Porch & Park Music Fest on Saturday, Aug. 16, where residents will walk along Western, Taylor, Buell and Campbell streets to enjoy live music on 10 porches from 1:30 to 5 p.m. A final concert will be held at Preservation Park from 5:30 to 9 p.m. — local vendors will offer food while community groups support the free event. Herald-News
- ➤ Lockport Township Park District holds the LockRocks summer concert series on Friday, Aug. 15 at Dellwood Park (199 E. Woods Drive) where Strung Out will play from 6:30 to 8 p.m. and Semple Band from 8:30 to 11 p.m.; guests are advised to bring chairs or blankets for this free event. Herald-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Crest Hill officials are considering a school resource officer program for Chaney-Monge and Richland schools—assigning full-time officer Heidi Outlaw to support student safety. The program is set to launch for the 2025-26 school year pending approval from the City Council and school boards and will focus on relationship-building and proactive support at school events. Herald-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, August 11, high school football preseason practices will begin in the Suburban Life area as teams like Nazareth and Montini face tougher challenges in their new classes. Many teams including Downers Grove North, York and Lyons are set for tough matchups—top recruits and star players will compete for playoff spots this season. Herald-News
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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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Old-Growth Measurements Workshop
9 AM – 12 PM — Pilcher Park Nature Center — Free — Engage in measuring and photographing features of rare old-growth forests for community science.
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Wine, Jazz and Art Fest
3:30-9 p.m. — Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park — $20 entry — Savor fine wines and enjoy local jazz while browsing unique art by local artists.
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LAPS Track Days Event #3 (High Performance Driver Education)
All day event — Autobahn Country Club — Pricing varies — Experience high-speed driving and improve your racing skills in a safe environment.
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Lake Erie Crushers vs. Joliet Slammers
1-4 p.m. — Duly Health And Care Field — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an exciting baseball game featuring local favorites, the Joliet Slammers.
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Stepping Up Virtual 5K
Anytime from Sep 7-14 — KSKJ Life — Registration required — Step up for lung health and support national parks while enjoying a 5K at your own pace.
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