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Tuesday, January 13th, 2026
Good morning, Plainfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 13th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Will County shelters showcased Pets of the Week featuring adoptees such as Merida the terrier mix, Lettuce the cat, Ted the beagle, Envy, Bella, and Persephone—each available for adoption through local humane society contacts. Readers may email or visit the provided websites for details. Herald-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant issued a proclamation Monday marking the county’s 190th anniversary — established on Jan. 12 — and announced plans to work with the Historic Preservation Commission to spotlight 60 local landmarks plus historic sites like Route 66 and the Rialto Square Theatre. Herald-News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Abraham Thomas from Silver Cross Medical Group in Mokena advises that Dry January can boost health by focusing on abstaining from alcohol—he warns that even minimal drinking increases cancer risk and other health problems. His advice follows holiday celebrations and calls for complete alcohol cessation. Herald-News
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