Will County Gazette

Illinois State House District 97 candidate Gabby Shanahan commented on a request from Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, stating, "Instead of bailing out Chicago Public Schools, we need to look at comprehensive reforms that empower families with great local schools." She made the statement in a July 30 Facebook post.

Government events this August in Will County

The following events are scheduled to take place in Will County this month.

Family & kids events this August in Will County

Don't miss out on these family & kids events happening in Will County this month.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on E85 gas in cities in Will County in week ending July 27?

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Will County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 27, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Will County Clerk Lauren Staley Ferry appointed as Joliet's new City Clerk

Will County Clerk Lauren Staley Ferry has accepted a job offer to become Joliet’s new City Clerk. The position has been open since the former clerk assumed the role of Deputy City Manager earlier this year.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Will County in week ending July 27?

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Will County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 27, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Entertainment events this August in Will County

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

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Will County in week ending July 27?

The only price of E15 gas in cities throughout Will County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 27, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

City announces winners for annual neighborhood hero award

The City of Joliet has announced the winners of this year's Neighborhood Hero Award, a program that honors properties with exemplary yards, including well-maintained lawns, vibrant flowers, healthy shrubs, thriving trees, and creative hardscaping. Established by Project Acclaim in 2015, the awards recognize residents who exhibit civic pride and positively impact their neighborhoods and local community. Initially managed by Project Acclaim members from City Hall and local Police and Fire Departments, the program is now overseen by the City of Joliet’s Neighborhood Services...

Bridge Street/Jackson Street Bridge traffic modification scheduled for August 1, 2024

As part of the City’s Bluff Street Sanitary Interceptor Rehabilitation Project, the Bridge Street / Jackson Street Bridge will be reduced to one lane with two-way traffic maintained using flagging operations on Thursday, August 1, 2024. Significant delays are expected due to flagging operations. The work will begin at 9:00 am and is expected to be completed and back to normal traffic operations by 2:30 pm. Drivers are encouraged to seek alternative routes for the duration of the work.

1 gas station in cities throughout Will County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending July 27

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Will County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 27, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Mokena ranks 88th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during April

Mokena residents paid $966,118 in sales taxes, ranking 88th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in April.

City of Crest Hill City Council met July 1

By Philip Gonzales | Jul 29, 2024

City of Crest Hill City Council met Monday, July 1

Ruby Street bridge in Joliet to close for upgrades starting July 30

The Illinois Department of Transportation has announced a full closure of Ruby Street (Illinois 53) over the Des Plaines River in Joliet, effective from Tuesday, July 30 to Friday, August 2. This measure is part of ongoing efforts to upgrade the movable bridges in downtown Joliet and is contingent on weather conditions. The closure is necessary for the installation of aerial towers on the bridge.

Illinois State Senate District 43 candidate: 'We need to go back to day of voting w/early voting at select locations and absentee ballots only'