Thursday, July 31st, 2025
Good morning, Plainfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 31st of July.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A federal judge dismissed former Joliet police detective David Jackson’s federal racial discrimination claims—saying that enough evidence supported his domestic battery arrest and that he did not face sustained unfair treatment—while allowing him to refile his remaining state claims in Will County court. Herald-News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Will County Community Health Center announced Tuesday it will expand Bolingbrook services at a remodeled clinic at 391 Quadrangle Drive where patients aged 5 and older can receive primary care—behavioral health and family planning services. Herald-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Easton Isaacson, a junior at Plainfield North, was a top volleyball player last season and will start as quarterback for the Tigers this fall. He showed promise in scrimmages and camp and aims to bring his skills to football—coach Anthony Imbordino said the team expects significant growth. Herald-News
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Cruise to Village Green
4-5 p.m. — Village Green Park — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly reptile show before hitting the cruise night festivities.
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Story Time Song Fest 2025
12:00–3:00 p.m. — Black Dog Vinyl Cafe — Free entry — Experience talented singer-songwriters from the Chicagoland area alongside art vendors and food trucks.
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NTEC 20th Anniversary Open House
2-5 p.m. — Normantown Equestrian Center — Free entry — Celebrate two decades of pony-powered fun with games, pony rides, and hands-on activities for kids.
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Create & Sip Workshop
6-9 p.m. — Garage Band Brewing — Ticket includes a beer or cider — Craft your own wooden project while enjoying a relaxing vibe with friends.
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