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2024: How much was spent on football teams from Will County

By D. P. Stevens | Oct 17, 2025

Will County's collegiate football teams received $1,370,814 in funding for the 2024 season.

Prairie State Sales Taxes: Joliet residents paid 3rd-largest sum per muncipality in August

By K. M. Warren | Oct 17, 2025

Joliet residents paid approximately $7.7 million in sales taxes, the third highest total paid per municipality in August.

Cedar Road and Haven Avenue roundabout set for late October opening

By E. S. Lima | Oct 17, 2025

The roundabout at the intersection of Cedar Road and Haven Avenue is scheduled to open by the end of October, according to an announcement from local authorities.

This weekend's entertainment events in Will County: Friday, Oct. 17 - Sunday, Oct. 19

By W. K. Thornton | Oct 16, 2025

Don't miss out on these entertainment events happening in Will County this weekend.

Park Forest asks residents to keep leaves out of streets to prevent flooding

By E. S. Lima | Oct 16, 2025

As autumn begins and leaves start to fall in Park Forest, the Village’s Public Works Department is urging residents not to rake or blow leaves into the street.

Park Forest launches social media campaign showcasing local parks

By Y. B. Jensen | Oct 16, 2025

The Village of Park Forest has introduced a social media campaign to promote its local parks and encourage residents to enjoy outdoor spaces during the fall season.

Crete Library hosts civics event, bat encounter and American Revolution exhibit

By J. E. Hamrick | Oct 16, 2025

This month, the Crete Library is hosting several events and exhibits for the community.

Patrick Sheehan raises concerns over Illinois legislative proposals and honors Charlie Kirk

By K. L. Hill | Oct 16, 2025

Illinois State Representative Patrick Sheehan commented on legislative issues and honored a conservative activist in a series of posts dated October 14-16, 2025.

Frankfort residents rank 90th in total sales taxes paid per muncipality in Illinois for August

By K. M. Warren | Oct 16, 2025

Frankfort residents paid just under $1.2 million in sales taxes, ranking 90th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in August.

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.

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.

Local government meetings today in Will County

By W. C. Carson | Oct 16, 2025

Will County Local Government Meetings today.

Joliet to expand arts and cultural events at Bicentennial Park in 2026

By J. E. Hamrick | Oct 16, 2025

The City of Joliet has announced plans to expand arts, culture, and community programming at Bicentennial Park in 2026.

Village of Peotone Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees met Oct. 14

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 16, 2025

Village of Peotone Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees met Tuesday, Oct. 14.

Village of Homer Glen Homer Festival Committee met Oct. 14

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 16, 2025

Village of Homer Glen Homer Festival Committee met Tuesday, Oct. 14.

City of Braidwood Committee of the Whole met Oct. 14

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 16, 2025

City of Braidwood Committee of the Whole met Tuesday, Oct. 14.

City of Braidwood City Council met Oct. 14

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 16, 2025

City of Braidwood City Council met Tuesday, Oct. 14.

Bolingbrook responsible for 11th-highest sales tax revenue per muncipality in Illinois during August

By K. M. Warren | Oct 15, 2025

Bolingbrook residents paid just under $4.6 million in sales taxes, the 11th highest total paid per municipality in August.

Joliet hosts public art workshops with artist Sijia Chen for Unity Dome project

By J. E. Hamrick | Oct 15, 2025

The City of Joliet Office of Cultural Affairs and Special Events is inviting residents to participate in two public art workshops led by artist Sijia Chen, who designed the Unity Dome sculpture for City Square.