Good morning, Plainfield.

Sheila Sasso has been named as the new development director at the Community Foundation of Will County.

A Joliet-area resident with over 30 years of experience in marketing, public relations, fundraising and event planning + she aims to boost community awareness and forge partnerships to support local philanthropy.

Lockport man Denzel Hawthorne, 28, was charged with 16 felonies for possessing cocaine, meth and firearms after officers, aided by federal agents, searched his homes on Basil Court (and Rosanne Lane) on March 19th and recovered drugs, cash and AR-15 rifles (one lacking a serial number).

A Herald-News preview outlines the 2025 boys volleyball season for teams in Bolingbrook, Joliet, Lemont, Lincoln-Way, Lockport, Minooka, Plainfield and Romeoville, with coaches highlighting key returners and new players ready to boost their squads.

Coaches say teams—some rebuilding after losing seniors and others aiming for titles—are preparing to work hard and compete this season.

Baseball season has begun in the Herald-News area and five key stories are unfolding as local teams such as Providence Catholic, Lincoln-Way East, Lemont and Morris rely on returning stars and rising MLB draft hopefuls to drive their seasons forward — fans will enjoy watching these talents compete. This coverage keeps an eye on whether past champions can repeat and tracks standout players expected to boost each team’s success.

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.

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.

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.

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.