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Joliet
Thursday, November 6th, 2025
Good morning, Joliet. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Oct. 29, 100+ Women Who Care of Will County donated $15,000 to Team Nicholas to benefit children at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox — the donation included $10,000 from county members and a 50% matching gift from the Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation. Herald-News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Will County is hosting events this weekend: a Red Roses concert with reserved tables starts Friday at 7 p.m. at the Joliet Area Historical Museum and a guided tour of Old Joliet Prison begins Saturday at 11 a.m.—other events include a tribute show to Radiohead in Lockport on Nov. 8, a free 18th Century weaponry program in Romeoville on Nov. 9, and a Steve Hackett concert today at Rialto Square Theatre. Herald-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Three IHSA playoff games are set for Saturday as Morris hosts Metamora at 3 p.m.—Dwight hosts Clifton Central at 4 p.m. and Seneca hosts Wilmington at 6 p.m.; winners will advance to face top seeds in the quarterfinals. Herald-News
- ➤ Senior Brock Loftus of UI-Springfield finished eighth with a time of 24:30 at the GLVC Championships at Lewis University in Romeoville and will run at the NCAA Division II Midwest Regional Championships in Kenosha on Saturday, Nov 8—his performance ranks as the program's fifth-fastest. Sauk Valley's Kiana Brokaw qualified for Sunday's NJCAA National Championships in Fort Dodge after placing eighth with a season-best time at the NCJAA Region IV Meet. Herald-News
- ➤ Episode 338 of Friday Night Drive Podcast has hosts Steve Soucie and Josh Welge talk about Round 2 of the Illinois high school football playoffs—focusing on key matchups before the games start. Herald-News
- ➤ The Friday Night Drive Podcast previewed Round 2 of the Illinois high school football playoffs as hosts J.T. Pedelty, Sam Ramirez and Eddie Carifio discussed key matchups in western and southern northern Illinois — the episode is now available — inviting local fans to tune in for insights. Herald-News
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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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Swan Lake by International Ballet Stars
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets from $32.50 — Experience a breathtaking ballet performance featuring Tchaikovsky’s iconic score and a diverse cast of international dancers.
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A Motown Christmas
7-8:30 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets starting at $54 — Celebrate the holiday season with the unforgettable Motown sound and festive classics.
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Brad Williams Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets from $29.50 — Experience the hilarity of one of the funniest comedians in the country.
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Chris Young: It Must Be Christmas
7:30-9 PM — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets from $49 — Celebrate the holiday spirit with an acoustic evening featuring Christmas classics and special guest Marynn Taylor.
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Home Free Holiday Tour
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets start at $43 — Experience an unforgettable evening of heartwarming holiday harmonies with award-winning a cappella group Home Free.
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Poultry and Pie Predictor 4 Mile Run
8:40-10:30 AM — Pilcher Park Nature Center — Registration fees apply — Celebrate Thanksgiving with a fun run tradition in Joliet's scenic park.
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