Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of April.
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🏈 Sports
Plainfield South beat Coal City 9+3 on April 10 as pitcher Regina Glover praised her team’s strong defense, which featured key plays by third baseman Katie Beu and left fielder Peyton Isaacson.
Coach Taylor Schwall said the team built its lead after a scoreless first inning and kept adding runs.
Head coach Craig Dixon — in his first year — led Bolingbrook baseball to a 6 to 2 win over Joliet Central on Thursday as star pitcher Pharrell Weekley struck out eight while helping rebuild the team's discipline.
The Raiders will play at Plainfield East on Friday.
Providence Catholic baseball team—defending 4A state champions—won the WJOL Tournament last weekend to move to a 6—1 record, but coach Mark Smith said the team is disappointed with its start and will work on its hitting.
Senior Blake Jenner added that players must stop routine errors and that pitchers will be limited to 40—45 pitches as they prepare for play in May.
🎉 Plainfield Events
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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.
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.
Mother's Day Purse and Clothes Community Giveaway
11 PM — Hampton Glen, Plainfield, IL — Free entry — Celebrate Mother's Day with a community giveaway of purses and clothes in a friendly neighborhood atmosphere.
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