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Joliet
Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Joliet. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kevin Reardon, the last president of the First National Bank of Joliet, died Monday at his home at age 89 — he led the bank for 41 years and left a lasting mark on local banking. City leaders including Mayor Terry D’Arcy praised his community service — visitation is set for Thursday at a funeral home on Black Road with a mass on Friday at Cathedral of St. Raymond Nonnatus. Herald-News
- ➤ Lightways Hospice Guild will host its 36th annual Puttin’ on the Glitz – Home Edition Luncheon on Nov. 2 at Bolingbrook Country Club from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; tickets cost $75 until Oct. 25 as the fundraiser offers holiday decorating ideas and presentations by Tara Mozden and Bridget Albert to support Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care. Herald-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Joliet West and Andrew played a varsity boys soccer match on Oct. 21 at Lincoln-Way East as part of the 3A L-W East Regional competition. Herald-News
- ➤ Montini earned a 49-7 win over St. Ignatius and now stands at 8-0 with a chance to secure an undefeated season if they beat St. Laurence—drawing them closer to a historic White Division title. Joliet Catholic, fresh off a 49-0 shutout of De La Salle, now faces Providence in an Orange Division title game while Niles Notre Dame snapped a five-game losing streak with a 40-18 win over Leo—setting up a pivotal contest against Marist on Friday night. Herald-News
- ➤ Joliet Central won its Senior Night volleyball match over Illinois Math and Science Academy with set scores of 25-20 and 25-19 on Monday. The team started all seniors, including captain Delaney Moran, and now prepares for the postseason next week. Herald-News
- ➤ Nine CCL/ESCC football teams have won six or more games and secured automatic bids to the 2025 IHSA playoffs. Teams such as St. Rita, Loyola and St. Patrick are still in the hunt with one week left in the regular season to earn their playoff spots. Herald-News
- ➤ Herald-News area teams are preparing for Week 9 games as they try to secure playoff spots for the IHSA postseason, with Morris and Seneca leading with unbeaten records. Other teams must win soon to add playoff points—details show that key matchups will set up seeding for the playoffs. Herald-News
- ➤ St. Francis sophomore defensive back Javonte Williams was named the Friday Night Drive Team of the Week MVP after making two interceptions, two pass breakups and four tackles in a 35—14 win over DePaul Prep last Friday. He transferred from Joliet Catholic and follows in the footsteps of his uncle Malik Rainey as he helped clinch a playoff bid. Herald-News
- ➤ Area teams Bradley-Bourbonnais, Bishop McNamara and St. Anne won key games in Week 8 as strong plays helped them get closer to the playoffs — while Manteno won a close 25–20 game in the annual Rumble on Route 50 rivalry on Oct. 17th. Week 9 will have important matchups in Kankakee versus Crete-Monee and Wilmington versus Coal City as teams try to claim their conference titles. Herald-News
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Stayin Alive - Bee Gees Tribute
7:30-9 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets from $24.50 — Experience the ultimate homage to the Bee Gees with hits like 'Stayin' Alive' and 'How Deep Is Your Love'.
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STEAM Spooktacular: Mystery at the Museum
11 AM – 2 PM — Joliet Area Historical Museum — Free entry — Solve a Halloween mystery while exploring interactive STEAM activities for family fun.
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Bat: A Meat Loaf Celebration
7:30-9 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — $56, $45, $35 — Experience the only authentic reimagining of Meat Loaf's legendary music with his official band.
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Yachtley Crew Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of soulful music from Yachtley Crew at the historic Rialto Square Theatre.
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Whose Live Anyway?
7:30-9 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Ticketed event — Enjoy 90 minutes of hilarious improv from the cast of Whose Line Is It Anyway?.
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Steve Hackett: The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway Celebration
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets from $32.50 — Celebrate 50 years of The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway with Steve Hackett's legendary guitar and great Genesis hits.
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The Red Roses in Concert
7-10 p.m. — Joliet Area Historical Museum — $13-$15 — Experience the best of rock and indie hits performed live by The Red Roses band in a historic setting.
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Elmo and Friends Say Hello
2-3:30 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets start at $32.50 — Experience an interactive adventure with Elmo, Abby Cadabby, and Cookie Monster featuring songs, dance, and family fun.
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Clint Black Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets start at $48 — Experience the hits of Clint Black, a country music legend with over 22 #1 singles.
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Jools TV Live
1-2:30 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets start at $25 — Experience innovative children's media with colorful animation and positive storytelling for the whole family.
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