Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of November.
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🏘️ Community
At a Plan Commission meeting on Thursday, 16 residents spoke out against a proposed 795-acre data center that might use too much water and electricity — so city staff postponed the vote until the developer answers community questions.
The opposition stressed that the project could hurt local resources and jobs.
🎭 Culture
A Charlie Brown Christmas Live on Stage will be at Rialto Square Theatre on Dec.
8, where the Peanuts gang will perform songs from Vince Guaraldi’s score with immersive sets and choreography. Tickets start at $35 and the show is part of the Rialto Square Theatre Home for the Holidays lineup.
🏛️ Government
The new Joliet City Square will partially open next week for the Light Up the Holidays Festival and Parade with limited access as construction continues.
City crews uncovered old trolley tracks, elevator cars and a 5,000-gallon fuel tank underground — delays that pushed the full opening to April 1 and increased costs to nearly $22 million.
🏈 Sports
The Herald-News preview shows area girls wrestling teams gearing up for the season by highlighting top returners and key newcomers from schools like Bolingbrook, Minooka, and Joliet Central—coaches said they expect a strong push for state qualifiers and team milestones.
Each program will build on last season’s success as athletes aim to set personal records and lead growing rosters in upcoming dual meets.
Steve Soucie analyzed the Class 8A semifinal round, noting Mount Carmel dominated its previous quarterfinal with a 42-7 lead at halftime—raising doubts that Fremd, Oswego or the remaining teams can match the Caravan's strength.
His breakdown highlights challenges for teams needing to protect their star players if they hope to upset Mount Carmel.
Steve Soucie analyzed the IHSA Class 7A playoff semifinals and said Brother Rice is the only top seed left, predicting they will beat Downers Grove North.
He also picked Batavia to win their game and noted teams from elite conferences will meet in the title contest—raising the stakes for all involved.
🎉 Joliet Events
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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.
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.
Teddy Bear Tea
9:30-11 a.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — $35 adults & $30 children — Enjoy a festive brunch with St. Nick and a keepsake teddy bear.
Chicago Festival Ballet: The Nutcracker
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets start at $24 — Experience a delightful holiday ballet filled with magical adventures and exquisite performances.
TECH N9NE Live Concert
6:30-9:00 p.m. — The Forge — Ticket required — Enjoy an electrifying live performance from hip-hop artist TECH N9NE along with King Iso and Joey Cool.
Jingle Mingle Concert
6-7:30 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets available — Experience high-energy performances and crowd interaction with Jingle Mingle's unforgettable concert.
Engelbert Humperdinck Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets from $51 — Enjoy an evening of timeless music with Engelbert's unique voice and humor.
Old Crow Medicine Show Christmas Concert
7-9 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets from $53.75 — Celebrate the holiday season with foot-stompin' classics and fresh tunes from OCMS's first Christmas album.
A Charlie Brown Christmas Live On Stage
6:30-8 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets start at $35 — Celebrate the 60th anniversary of the beloved holiday classic with live performances from the Peanuts gang.
Merry Little Soiree
6-10 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — $72 — Enjoy a festive evening with cocktails and a performance by Nova Soul at a charming holiday soiree.
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