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Good morning, Joliet. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Joliet Slammers transform their stadium into a winter wonderland with a GLOW Holiday Festival from Nov. 27 to Jan. 5, featuring lights, activities, and charity donations.  Herald-News
  • The Ruby Street bridge in Joliet, Illinois, will temporarily close for a week starting Oct. 24 for repair work, including installation of new aerial cables and system upgrades, with detours provided for traffic.  WGN-TV

CRIME NEWS

  • Christopher Parker was sentenced to 37 years for the first-degree murder and robbery of Gregory Brown in Joliet, with two accomplices also implicated in the crime.  Herald-News
  • An appellate court ruled that a man convicted of a 2019 murder at Harrah’s casino in Joliet should have a new trial due to violated constitutional rights involving the misuse of a sanity report.  Herald-News

EVENTS

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  • Fright Fest Joliet: A Weekend of Family-Friendly Spooky Fun

    Experience a thrilling weekend filled with haunted carnival rides, a haunted house, food vendors, live music, and family activities at Fright Fest Joliet.

    Fri, 10/25/24

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  • Emo Night Halloween Party with All American Throwbacks

    Experience the nostalgia of 2000s pop punk and emo music at a Halloween-themed party with live performances from the All American Throwbacks tribute band.

    Sun, 10/27/24

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  • SINGO - Music Bingo at On the Rocks Joliet

    Experience an exciting night of music bingo with prizes including entrees, appetizers, and a chance to win a progressive jackpot of up to $600.

    Mon, 10/28/24

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  • Family Halloween Bash 2024

    Experience a fun and safe indoor Halloween celebration featuring games, snacks, and plenty of candy for families and children.

    Thu, 10/31/24

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  • ILMEA Jazz Festival 2024

    Experience a vibrant showcase of jazz talents featuring multiple junior and senior jazz bands along with vocal performances at the Hawkins Centennial Chapel.

    Sat, 11/2/24

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  • Experience Wheel of Fortune Live at Rialto Square Theatre

    Experience the thrill of America's Game® in person with Wheel of Fortune Live!, where audience members can participate on stage and win exciting prizes.

    Mon, 11/4/24

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  • Poetry Writing Workshop: Ancestors

    Experience a creative poetry writing workshop focused on the theme of 'Ancestors,' led by Joliet Poet Laureate UXMAR TORRES.

    Thu, 11/7/24

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  • 1964: The Ultimate Beatles Tribute Experience

    Experience an authentic live recreation of a Beatles concert with acclaimed tribute band '1964' as they take you on a nostalgic journey through the music history of the Fab Four.

    Fri, 11/8/24

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  • Kansas: 50th Anniversary Tour at Rialto Square Theatre

    Experience a thrilling celebration of 50 years of Kansas music featuring two hours of their greatest hits and rare performances in an exciting live show.

    Sat, 11/9/24

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  • The State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine Presents 'The Sleeping Beauty'

    Experience a captivating performance of 'The Sleeping Beauty' by the State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine, featuring new choreography and Tchaikovsky's timeless score.

    Wed, 11/13/24

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