Good morning, Plainfield.

Dr. Lisa Caparelli-Ruff visited Bolingbrook High School on Monday to inspect the new reinforced windows installed by Clear-Armor as part of a $70,000 security project funded by county cannabis revenue—intended to protect against attacks and heavy weather.

Only three of the county’s 21 high schools remain to be updated, and plans are in progress for a similar project at junior high schools.

Allison Anderson, director of Will County Emergency Management, received awards from international and state groups—she was named on the 2025 40 Under 40 list and won the O.D.

Troutman Outstanding Service to Emergency Management Award.

The Illinois Department of Transportation will begin bridge deck repairs on Illinois Route 126, called Lockport Street in Plainfield, in June.

Lockport Street will be open only one-way eastbound from Wood Farm Road to Main Street + westbound traffic will use a detour until the work is finished.

Girls track and field athletes from the Herald-News area are set to compete at the state meet at Eastern Illinois University from Thursday to Saturday — the event features 68 entries in Class 3A and competitive fields in Classes 2A and 1A with top qualifiers noted from local schools. Local competitors from Plainfield North, Lincoln-Way East and West and other area teams are aiming to secure medals based on strong qualifying times and marks.

KC Kicker Run/Walk

8 AM - 12 PM — St Mary Immaculate Parish School — Registration required — Participate in a charitable run/walk organized by the Knights of Columbus promoting community and faith.

22nd Annual IWEA Golf Outing

10 AM – 4 PM — Links At Carillon Golf Course — Fundraising event — Join fellow members for a day of golf and networking at this major fundraiser.

Movies in the Park

8:30-10:00 p.m. — Settlers' Park — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful evening of family-friendly films under the stars.