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Will County Gazette

Wednesday, October 22, 2025

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34 seasonal agricultural visas approved for employers classified under Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting industry in Will County Gazette publication area during 2024

By W. M. Rincon | Oct 8, 2025

All 34 H-2A petitions filed by employers classified under the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting industry located in the Will County Gazette publication area were approved in 2024, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-2A Employer Data Hub.

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Park Forest receives national recognition for excellence in budgeting for 31st consecutive year

By E. S. Lima | Oct 8, 2025

The Village of Park Forest has been honored with the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for its Fiscal Year budget.

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Will County hosts Local Government Meetings today

By W. C. Carson | Oct 8, 2025

Will County Local Government Meetings today.

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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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Will County hosts Local Government Meetings today

By W. C. Carson | Oct 7, 2025

Will County Local Government Meetings today.

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Julia "Nana" P. Engel, 91, of Braidwood, IL, passes away peacefully

By J. E. Hamrick | Oct 7, 2025

Julia "Nana" P. Engel passed away on Oct. 5. Below is the obituary.

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Who from Will County area’s former high school athletes will participate in games on Friday, Oct. 10?

By T. A. Slater | Oct 7, 2025

Friday, Oct. 10 will see these former Will County area high school stars in competition.

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Local government meetings today in Will County

By W. C. Carson | Oct 6, 2025

Will County Local Government Meetings today.

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Will County announces government events for Oct. 5-11

By W. C. Carson | Oct 6, 2025

Events scheduled for Will County this week include the following.

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Erasmo C. Ramirez, 43, of Morris, Illinois, Remembered for Love of Family and Fishing

By J. E. Hamrick | Oct 6, 2025

Erasmo C. Ramirez passed away on Oct. 4. Below is the obituary.

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Village of Channahon Committee of the Whole met Sept. 2

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 6, 2025

Village of Channahon Committee of the Whole met Tuesday, Sept. 2.

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Village of Channahon Board of Trustees met Sept. 2

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 6, 2025

Village of Channahon Board of Trustees met Tuesday, Sept. 2.

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City of Lockport Committee of the Whole met Sept. 3

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 6, 2025

City of Lockport Committee of the Whole met Wednesday, Sept. 3.

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City of Joliet Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee met Sept. 3

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 6, 2025

City of Joliet Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee met Wednesday, Sept. 3.

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City of Lockport City Council met Sept. 3

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 6, 2025

City of Lockport City Council met Wednesday, Sept. 3.

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City of Joliet Land Use & Economic Committee met Sept. 3

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 6, 2025

City of Joliet Land Use & Economic Committee met Wednesday, Sept. 3.

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Who are the Will County area high school alumni in action on Thursday, Oct. 9?

By T. A. Slater | Oct 6, 2025

These ex-Will County area high school standouts will participate in competitions on Thursday, Oct. 9.

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American Revolution traveling exhibit now open at Crete Public Library

By J. E. Hamrick | Oct 6, 2025

The Crete Public Library is currently hosting the 250th Anniversary of America Exhibit, which features a traveling display focused on the American Revolution.

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Cook County launches homeowner relief fund amid rising property taxes

By K. L. Hill | Oct 6, 2025

Cook County has introduced a $15 million Homeowner Relief Fund aimed at helping residents who have experienced significant property tax increases in recent years.

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Emergency repairs prompt ramp closures on I-80 and Center Street in Joliet

By J. E. Hamrick | Oct 6, 2025

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has announced emergency closures affecting ramps and lanes on Interstate 80 and Center Street in Joliet and Rockdale.