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Friday, August 22nd, 2025

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Good morning, Joliet. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of August.

SPORTS NEWS

  • Local flag football teams in Romeoville, Joliet West, Joliet Central and Minooka have players who will lead the 2025 season—Milan Cadet and Jenna Jarmus have strong records from last year. Seven teams in the Herald-News area are set to compete—bringing fresh talent and high expectations for the upcoming games.  Herald-News
  • Seven girls flag football teams are set for the 2025 season in the Herald-News area with four returning teams and three new teams eager to compete—coaches noted key returning players and promising newcomers who will advance the game. The teams are preparing to build on past successes and improve their play in upcoming games.  Herald-News

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 8/23/25

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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.

    Sun, 8/24/25

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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.

    Mon, 8/25/25

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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.

    Fri, 8/29/25

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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.

    Sun, 9/7/25

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  • Rhapsody Of Fire Concert

    6:00-8:30 p.m. — The Forge — Check for ticket details — Experience the epic sounds of Rhapsody Of Fire with a thrilling live performance.

    Thu, 9/18/25

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  • Concerts in the Park 2025

    6:30-8:30 p.m. — Preservation Park — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of live music in the beautiful setting of Joliet's Preservation Park.

    Fri, 9/19/25

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REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

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JOB BOARD

SUBMIT JOB

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

You become what you understand.

~ Naval Ravikant

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