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Friday, March 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Plainfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Starting March 26, the Forest Preserve District of Will County will offer free spring break programs for families at Plum Creek Nature Center including wetland exploration, pollination studies and animal adaptation challenges, with a Zero Waste event on March 30 at Sugar Creek Administration Center in Joliet. Registration is online—events are designed for ages 5-12 and for participants 13 or older. Herald-News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, Will County police arrested 28-year-old Denzel S. Hawthorne from Lockport after executing search warrants at two residences where officers found 33 pounds of meth/cocaine, heroin—14 firearms including three AR-15 assault rifles; he now faces multiple drug and weapons charges. Herald-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Drivers on Interstate 80 in Joliet experienced lane changes on Thursday night at 8 p.m. when eastbound lanes were reduced to one from West of Larkin Avenue to Wheeler and westbound lanes were reduced to one from West of Larkin Avenue to east of I-55. The ramp from eastbound I-80 to southbound Larkin Avenue closed and will reopen in late August—while the ramp from southbound Larkin Avenue to eastbound I-80 will reopen early September—according to IDOT. Herald-News
- ➤ The Will County Board approved a special permit for a quarry expansion in Wheatland Township after a nearly six-hour meeting where over 40 residents voiced strong safety concerns — Plainfield and other local officials filed objections as community members worried about the site's proximity to schools. The board cast its deciding vote despite local alarms about family safety near the project area — raising questions about long-term community impact. ABC7 Chicago
- ➤ Gov. JB Pritzker spoke Thursday in Romeoville alongside Rep. Lauren Underwood and local advocates to condemn proposed cuts to Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid, saying the changes would risk the well-being of seniors and disabled residents. He urged residents to call Congress to protect these vital programs (supporting over 2 million Illinois residents). Herald-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Prep softball season in the Herald-News area is set to feature exciting matchups as top players and committed talents from local schools vie for awards and team success. Plainfield District 202, with Plainfield East returning key players and Plainfield South, Central, and North showing promise, is expected to see a competitive season—drawing local attention to the district race. Herald-News
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James Gedda Live Performance
James Gedda will perform an evening of mostly original tunes at Black Dog Vinyl Cafe, accompanied by the opportunity to browse the record store and enjoy a drink.
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Active Adults Breakfast Bingo
9:30-11:30 a.m. — Plainfield Township Community Center — Cost information not provided — Enjoy a hearty breakfast while playing bingo for fun prizes.
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Dodgeball Tournament for Junior High Students
1-3 p.m. — Murphy Junior High School — Registration required — Compete in a thrilling dodgeball tournament with teams of up to 10 players.
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Saturday Takeover with Kenny 'Jammin' Jason & Mario 'Smokin' Diaz
8 PM – 2 AM — Piggy's BBQ, Wings & Fish — Free entry — Enjoy a night of live music and delicious BBQ with iconic local artists.
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Egg Hunts
10:00 – 11:30 AM — Gregory B. Bott Community Park — Registration required — Enjoy a morning filled with egg hunts, goodies, and a chance to meet the Bunny.
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