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Local Government Meetings today in Will County

By W. C. Carson | Oct 27, 2025

Will County Local Government Meetings today.

Will County announces government events for Oct. 26 - Nov. 1

By W. C. Carson | Oct 27, 2025

In Will County, the following events are scheduled for this week.

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Which ex-high school standouts featured in Will County will compete on Thursday, Oct. 30?

By T. A. Slater | Oct 27, 2025

These former Will County area high school athletes are set to compete on Thursday, Oct. 30.

Family and kids events to take place in Will County Oct. 26 - Nov. 1

By J. I. Trevino | Oct 26, 2025

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

Will County to hold religious gatherings Oct. 26 - Nov. 1

By W. K. Thornton | Oct 26, 2025

The following religious meetings are scheduled to happen in Will County this week.

Entertainment events this week in Will County: Oct. 26 - Nov. 1

By L. H. Park | Oct 26, 2025

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

This week in Will County history: A noteworthy event that shaped our past (Oct. 26-Nov. 1)

By K. L. Hill | Oct 26, 2025

This week in Will County history.

Fairmont Community Partnership Group hosts free waste disposal event for local residents

By J. M. Galloway | Oct 26, 2025

Fairmont Community Partnership Group, Inc. will hold Community Dumpster Days from October 25 to October 27 at 525 Barry Ave, Lockport, Illinois.

Park Forest Police urge compliance with school bus laws during safety week

By E. S. Lima | Oct 26, 2025

As National School Bus Safety Week is recognized nationwide, the Park Forest Police Department is urging drivers to observe school bus safety laws to protect children boarding and exiting buses.

Park Forest fire officials promote furnace safety and offer free smoke detector installations

By Y. B. Jensen | Oct 26, 2025

As temperatures drop in the region, Park Forest fire officials are advising residents to take steps to ensure furnace safety as the heating season begins.

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Which Will County area high school graduates are scheduled for action on Wednesday, Oct. 29?

By T. A. Slater | Oct 26, 2025

These ex-Will County area high school standouts will participate in competitions on Wednesday, Oct. 29.

School events this week in Will County: Oct. 26 - Nov. 1

By A. G. Willis | Oct 25, 2025

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

Peotone sets trick-or-treat hours for October 31, 2025

By K. L. Hill | Oct 25, 2025

The Village of Peotone has announced the official hours for trick-or-treating on Halloween.

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Who are the ex-high school stars from Will County area competing on Tuesday, Oct. 28?

By T. A. Slater | Oct 25, 2025

These former Will County area high school athletes will take part in events on Tuesday, Oct. 28.

174 sports coaches at institutions in Will County earn on average $24,341 in 2024

By D. P. Stevens | Oct 24, 2025

The highest average coaching salary among institutions in Will County during 2024 was $52,300 at Lewis University, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

Federal jury finds in favor of Joliet police sergeant in civil rights lawsuit

By J. E. Hamrick | Oct 24, 2025

A federal jury has found in favor of Joliet Police Sergeant Edward Grizzle in a civil rights lawsuit brought by retired Sergeant Dwayne Killian.

Village of New Lenox announces Halloween 2025 trick-or-treat hours and safety tips

By Y. B. Jensen | Oct 24, 2025

Trick-or-treating in the Village of New Lenox for Halloween 2025 will take place from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Residents are encouraged to prioritize safety during these hours.

I-80 lane shifts and closures scheduled in Joliet as reconstruction continues

By J. E. Hamrick | Oct 24, 2025

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has announced upcoming lane changes on Interstate 80 in Joliet as part of a larger reconstruction project stretching from Ridge Road in Minooka to U.S. 30 in Joliet and New Lenox.

Park Forest Board to honor retiring police commander and review property ordinances

By Y. B. Jensen | Oct 24, 2025

The Park Forest Board of Trustees is scheduled to meet on Monday, October 27, to address two property-related items and to honor retiring Police Commander Julius Moore for his 20 years of service.

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Who are the former high school athletes from Will County area competing during the week of Monday, Oct. 27?

By T. A. Slater | Oct 24, 2025

These ex-Will County area high school athletes will be competing in the week starting Monday, Oct. 27.

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