Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 3rd of April.
Good morning, Plainfield.
Mistie Hill Vineyard in Custer Park opened its new tasting room on March 14, giving customers their first chance to sample local wines made from grapes grown along the Kankakee River.
The 3,400-square-foot facility hosts wine tastings, serves wine by the glass and bottle, and holds local events.
Based on unofficial results from Tuesday's election, Plainfield Village President John F.
Argoudelis won a second term and Crest Hill Mayor Raymond Soliman secured a fifth term—mail-in ballots are still being counted.
Lincoln-Way West baseball remained unbeaten on a spring break trip in Georgia by defeating Troy 16-2 and Coffee 10-9 in extra innings — strong efforts by Conor Essenburg, Lucas Acevedo, and Michael Pettit helped secure the wins — while Lincoln-Way East and Plainfield North also earned wins during their respective trips.
Former Joliet West star Jeremiah Fears declared his intention to enter the 2025 NBA Draft on Wednesday—he had a strong season at Oklahoma and is projected as the number seven prospect by ESPN.
He will train with former NBA player Mike Miller as his agent while preparing for the draft later this summer.
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.
JJL's Craft and Vendor Fair
9 AM – 3 PM — John J Lukancic Middle School — Free entry — Shop local artisans for unique crafts and gifts leading up to Mother's Day.
Open House for Restored Victorian Home
6-9 p.m. — 15405 S Joliet Road — $424,900 — Explore a beautifully restored Victorian home blending historic charm with modern comforts.
Fishing Derby at Van Horn Woods
10-11:30 a.m. — Van Horn Woods East Dog Park — $8 for residents | $10 for non-residents — Young anglers compete and enjoy fishing fun at the pond.
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