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Joliet
Tuesday, December 9th, 2025
Good morning, Joliet. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Joliet Township High School CEO students will host a free Christmas at the Castle event with games, local vendor sales, snacks, and a toy drive on Friday, Dec. 12 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Joliet Central (201 E. Jefferson St.). Herald-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State Rep. Patrick Sheehan launched a winter coat drive in Lockport to help families stay warm this winter. Donations of new or gently used coats, hats, gloves and scarves may be dropped off at his district office, 15746 S. Bell Road in Homer Glen Monday – Thursday 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Friday 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Herald-News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Will County Humane Society highlights its Pets of the Week lineup (Raylee is a playful Labrador mix, Everett a friendly domestic shorthair, Roxanne an energetic German shepherd mix, and Joey a calm cat needing special care) and invites interested adopters to contact via email. Herald-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local athletes have been honored on the 2025 Herald-News Flag Football All-Area Team for their standout season performances. Players from Joliet West, Romeoville, Minooka and Bolingbrook—including Clemmons who tallied 3,003 rushing yards—are recognized for their impressive contributions. Herald-News
- ➤ Joliet West senior Londyn Clemmons was named the 2025 Herald-News Girls Flag Football Player of the Year after rushing for 3,003 yards and 25 touchdowns. She credited her teammates and coaches for her record season and now plans to join a college flag football team. Herald-News
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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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Yeri Mua Concert
10 PM - 2 AM — The Forge — Tickets starting at $42.45 — Enjoy an evening of vibrant music with Yeri Mua at The Forge in Joliet.
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The Rat Pack is Back - Joliet
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets from $35.50 — Experience the holiday magic of classic Rat Pack hits with a live big band in a festive celebration.
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It's A Wonderful Life In Concert
7:00 PM — Rialto Square Theatre — $30.00 per person — Experience local talents bringing the Christmas classic to life while enjoying a scenic bus trip.
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Adventure may hurt you, but monotony will kill you.
~ Unknown
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