Tuesday, March 25th, 2025

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Good morning, Plainfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 25th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Forest Preserve District of Will County has scheduled free programs for early April— a wellness workshop 'Our Place in Nature' on April 1 at the Sugar Creek Administration Center in Joliet and a trout season celebration on April 5 at Hidden Lakes Trout Farm in Bolingbrook— that offer outdoor activities for all ages. Herald-News
- ➤ The Will County Pets of the Week feature from March 24th presented adoptable animals including—Leonard the playful terrier from animal control, Cantaloupe the rescued tabby, Catie the energetic Coonhound mix needing patient training, Autumn the affectionate kitten, bonded brothers Helios and Umbra, and social Pippin—and local humane societies are now connecting these pets with new homes. Herald-News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Monday in the 11700 block of Millenium Parkway, fire crews responded to a house fire at a two-story home and saw flames from the garage roof — the fire was confined to solar panels, no one was injured, and damage was estimated at about $30,000. Herald-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor JB Pritzker and Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton stopped in Romeoville on March 20th as part of their 'Standing Up for Illinois' tour to defend Social Security and Medicaid. They met with U.S. Rep. Lauren Underwood and advocates from Will County senior and disability organizations—discussing key benefits for the community. Herald-News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On March 24th, the Sunny Hill Tuberculosis Clinic in Joliet, which opened in 1925, held an event marking its 100th anniversary and warning that tuberculosis is still a health risk after four lives were lost last year—local doctors stressed that anyone with a cough lasting over three weeks should be tested. Herald-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Joliet Central beat Richards on Monday with a 7—0 shutout win; the team scored an early 3—0 lead before adding four more goals to even its season record at 2—2. The Steelmen rebounded after two tough losses to show new energy this season. Herald-News
- ➤ The Herald-News has named the 2025 All-Area Girls Wrestling Team with top athletes such as Alicia Tucker from Plainfield Central, who won a 170-pound state championship on March 1. The roster also includes standouts from Plainfield South, Lockport and other area schools — honoring a season of strong performances. Herald-News
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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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