Plainfield Local News – Friday, February 13th, 2026

Daily Plainfield

Friday, February 13th, 2026

Good morning, Plainfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of February.

COMMUNITY NEWS

➤ Hope United Methodist Church in Joliet hosts its 110th chicken noodle dinner today from 4 to 7 p.m. at 2506 Caton Farm Road, raising funds for Bags of Hope which supports local students. Tickets cost $15 for adults + $8 for children ages 5 to 10. Herald-News
➤ The newspaper has updated its layout to add more local reporting on health, education and public safety and will expand its national coverage while celebrating its 175th anniversary — connecting new columns and features to everyday community life. Shaw Local

CRIME NEWS

➤ The nonprofit Big Brothers Big Sisters resumed volunteer programs after former CEO Ted Brodeur pleaded guilty on Tuesday to felony theft and agreed to pay $40,000 in restitution (after already paying $20,000) while the board focused on overcoming his failures. Herald-News

PLAINFIELD EVENTS

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PLAINFIELD REAL ESTATE

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PLAINFIELD ANNOUNCEMENTS

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