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Joliet
Friday, September 26th, 2025
Good morning, Joliet. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 26th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Channahon Park District opened DuPage Park at 24704 S. River Trail in Channahon this week—funded by an $185,000 grant from the state Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity secured by Sen. Rachel Ventura. The ribbon-cutting marks the completion of four neighborhood parks including Louie Moorman, Swifton, and Potawatomi. Herald-News
- ➤ The Nonviolent Cities Project – Joliet will host a community workshop from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday in the Burnham Room on the second floor of the Joliet Public Library at 150 N. Ottawa St. The public is invited to attend. Herald-News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ John Pye, a 73-year-old retired educator from New Lenox, survived a deadly heart attack last year and received intensive physical, occupational, and speech therapy at the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab at Silver Cross Hospital, regaining strength to walk his daughter down the aisle on the one-year anniversary of his 40-day hospital stay. Herald-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Seneca girls volleyball team defeated rival Marquette 25-12, 25-20 at Bader Gym on Thursday—after a tough loss Wednesday—and now will play Monday at Hinckley-Big Rock. The team's strong net defense and effective serving helped secure the win against Marquette's early challenge. Herald-News
- ➤ Wilmington swept Coal City with a 25 to 19, 25 to 19 win Thursday—Rachel Smith led the Wildcats with eight aces and key kills that powered the team. The team now holds a 16 to 3 record and will build on its strong performance in upcoming conference matchups. Herald-News
- ➤ The Friday Night Drive Podcast, hosted by JT Pedelty and Eddie Carifio, previews Week 5 high school football games in the western and southern parts of northern Illinois—discussing teams and matchups ahead of the games. Herald-News
- ➤ Montini’s Laddie Asay, now healthy and team captain after an ACL injury, leads the Broncos defense with 14 tackles for loss in four games as his 4–0 team aims for a second state title in Class 4A—he credits his rigorous rehab and strong work ethic for his comeback. Herald-News
- ➤ Multiple prep football games are set for Friday night in the area with teams like Lockport, St. Francis, Lincoln-Way East, and Joliet Catholic playing at 7 p.m. Coaches and players who went through tough Week 4 losses are adjusting strategies and aiming to boost playoff chances—local teams hope better results will come from these matchups. Herald-News
- ➤ Five of seven Times-area football matchups are played at home today in the IHSA Week 5 season, with Seneca hosting Dwight and Marquette facing St. Bede alongside other contests at King Field, Veterans Park, and The Wood Shed—teams aim to improve their records before tougher conference challenges. Herald-News
- ➤ Minooka's boys soccer team remained unbeaten after winning 4-3 in penalty kicks against Joliet West on Thursday, with Aldo Escobedo scoring and Nolan Skedel making three saves. Other local high school teams earned wins in volleyball, football and golf—Joliet Central, Plainfield East and Seneca showed strong play in their matches. Herald-News
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Classic Seger: Travelin' Man 2025 World Tour
7:30-9 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets from $41.50 — Experience the legendary sounds of Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band with a thrilling live performance.
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Stone & Steel Spooky 5k
1-3 p.m. — Office Building, 302 N Chicago St, Joliet, IL — Registration fee required — Enjoy a festive run through Downtown Joliet with chip timing and community spirit.
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The Fab Four - The Ultimate Beatles Tribute
7:30-9 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets from $32.50 — Experience the timeless music of The Beatles with spot-on renditions by an award-winning tribute band.
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