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Plainfield
Sunday, May 31st, 2026
Good morning, Plainfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 31st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cheryl Hansen, a retired EMS coordinator for the Plainfield Fire Protection District, died after a brief illness. She dedicated her career to local fire and emergency services and service details will be shared later. Shaw Local
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fifth graders at Charles Reed Elementary School in District 202 audited food waste during lunch in April and found over 100 pounds of food and 150 pounds of milk wasted. They plan to work with school officials and the food provider to find a composting solution. Shaw Local
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Will County Forest Preserve District announced free nature programs for week of June 1, featuring a Bug Blitz at Hidden Oaks (June 3–28), a bird hike at Plum Creek on June 4, bird viewing in Plainfield, and a trail safety session in New Lenox on June 6—registration needed for some. Herald-News
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4th of July Create & Sip Workshop
6:30-9 p.m. — Garage Band Brewing — $20 cash balance due at the event — Enjoy a creative evening of crafting your own wooden project while sipping craft beer.
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