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Thursday, May 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Plainfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Will County police held the Cop on a Rooftop fundraiser for Special Olympics Illinois on May 16, collecting a total of $53,213. Plainfield police raised about $13,000—contributing to an effort that brought funds directly to Special Olympics Illinois. Shaw Local
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Lockport man Dartavius Payton pleaded guilty to second-degree murder for fatally shooting Todd Taylor in Joliet on April 28 (2020) and was sentenced by Will County Judge Vincent Cornelius to an 18-year term with effective release expected after about four years thanks to prior jail credit. Herald-News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Museum Campus Day is a drop-in event at Isle a la Cache Museum that will run on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 501 E. Romeo Road in Romeoville and lets visitors explore exhibits including an 18th-century French fur traders cabin, a replica Native American longhouse and a pollinator garden — call 815-722-9301 for details. Herald-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At the Plainfield Plan Commission meeting on Tuesday, one commissioner questioned how the Comprehensive Plan—adopted in October 2024—fits with the proposed 118-unit Playa Vista Townes project at the southeast corner of Ridge Road and 135th Street. The developer is finalizing public notices for the townhome project, which will include two-story homes, a new 135th Street entrance and improved pedestrian access along the Wikaduke Trail. Shaw Local
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At the Class 3A Minooka Sectional on May 21, Plainfield South placed second among area teams and advanced seven athletes to the state finals. Competitors ran hurdles, relays and field events in cold conditions—demonstrating strong local performance ahead of the state meet. Herald-News
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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.
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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.
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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.
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