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Monday, October 20, 2025

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City of Joliet cancels October 22 Historic Preservation Commission meeting

By M. R. Baron | Oct 16, 2025

The City of Joliet has announced the cancellation of the Historic Preservation Commission meeting that was scheduled for October 22, 2025.

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Joliet Tree Advisory Board hosts educational walk for Oak Awareness Month

By M. R. Baron | Oct 16, 2025

The City of Joliet Tree Advisory Board will host an educational Tree Walk at Route 66 Park, also known as Broadway Greenway Arboretum, located at 920 N. Broadway Street.

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Joliet seeks resident input for I-80 Des Plaines River Bridge project

By M. R. Baron | Oct 8, 2025

The City of Joliet is seeking input from residents as part of the I-80 Des Plaines River Bridge Community Plan.

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Mokena sets official trick-or-treat hours for October 31

By M. R. Baron | Oct 5, 2025

Trick-or-treating in the Village of Mokena is scheduled for Friday, October 31, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., according to a recent announcement.

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Park Forest works with county public health officials during Sexual Health Awareness Month

By M. R. Baron | Sep 23, 2025

The Village of Park Forest is collaborating with the Cook County Department of Public Health (CCDPH) to observe Sexual Health Awareness Month this September.

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Commemorating JoAnn Dean Killingsworth's birthday: recognizing the journey of the actor (September 23)

By M. R. Baron | Sep 23, 2025

JoAnn Dean Killingsworth was born JoAnn Dean on September 23, 1923, in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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Joliet cancels September historic preservation commission meeting due to lack of agenda items

By M. R. Baron | Sep 23, 2025

The City of Joliet has announced the cancellation of its Historic Preservation Commission meeting originally scheduled for September 24, 2025.

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Park Forest urges precautions after first local West Nile-related death in Cook County

By M. R. Baron | Sep 23, 2025

Cook County health officials have confirmed the first human death from West Nile virus in suburban Cook County and Illinois for 2025.

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Shepley Road in Troy Township to close for roadwork on September 11

By M. R. Baron | Sep 23, 2025

A section of Shepley Road in unincorporated Troy Township will be closed for roadwork on Thursday, September 11, 2025.

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Patrick Sheehan addresses ICE support and correctional concerns in recent posts

By M. R. Baron | Sep 17, 2025

Illinois State Representative Patrick Sheehan used social media between September 15-17, 2025 to comment on issues including tributes to Governor Edgar and concerns about law enforcement and correctional data tracking.

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Crest Hill begins annual roadway patching program with temporary lane closures

By M. R. Baron | Sep 17, 2025

The City of Crest Hill will begin its 2025 Roadway Patching Program on September 18.

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City of Joliet partners with JJC to study new Public Safety Institute

By M. R. Baron | Sep 16, 2025

The City of Joliet and Joliet Junior College (JJC) have announced a partnership to consider the development of a Public Safety Institute (PSI).

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Park Forest announces ‘Wheels of Honor’ motorcycle ride for Veterans Day

By M. R. Baron | Sep 12, 2025

The Village of Park Forest, in partnership with the Park Forest Veterans Commission, will host a Veterans Day event called “Wheels of Honor” on Saturday, November 8, 2025.

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Park Forest Fire Department announces open house and safety initiatives for October

By M. R. Baron | Sep 12, 2025

The Park Forest Fire Department will organize several events in October to mark Fire Prevention Month, including a poster contest for children, an open house, and participation in a smoke alarm installation initiative.

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City of Joliet to honor veterans at Fiestas Patrias Mexican Independence Day Parade

By M. R. Baron | Sep 10, 2025

The City of Joliet will host its annual Fiestas Patrias Mexican Independence Day Parade on Saturday, September 13, 2025.

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Village of Peotone issues updated procedures for bee and wasp nest removal

By M. R. Baron | Sep 9, 2025

The Village of Peotone has released updated guidelines regarding the management of bee and wasp nests within its jurisdiction.

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Rep. Sheehan on Chicago violence: 'Public safety must come first'

By M. R. Baron | Sep 8, 2025

Patrick Sheehan, a state representative from Illinois, has expressed disagreement with Governor JB Pritzker's decision to reject National Guard assistance in Chicago.

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Remembering Jodi Carlisle's birthday: reflections on the career of the actress (August 28)

By M. R. Baron | Aug 28, 2025

Jodi Carlisle was born on August 28, 1960, in Joliet, Illinois.

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Celebrating Kathryn Hays's birthday: acknowledging the contributions of the actress (July 26)

By M. R. Baron | Jul 26, 2025

Kathryn Hays, born Kay Piper on July 26, 1934, in Princeton, Illinois, spent her early years in Joliet.