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Plainfield
Tuesday, November 18th, 2025
Good morning, Plainfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Herald-News has featured Will County Pets of the Week which profiles six adoptable animals including Roscoe, Soy, Kiko and his brother, Pebbles, Honey and Yakko with details on their temperament and adoption instructions. Locals can contact local humane organizations to learn more about finding a new companion — a chance for families to welcome a pet into their home. Herald-News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Portillo’s will open a new drive-thru pick-up location in Plainfield on November 24 at 13466 Illinois Route 59—Michael Portillo will attend the 9:30 ribbon cutting where a check will be presented to Bags of Hope— and the drive-thru lanes will open at 10 a.m. Herald-News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Valley View School District 365U Board of Education named Dr. Teresa Polson as its new superintendent effective July 1 — she will take over when Dr. Keith Wood retires at the end of this school year. Herald-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Jenny Dinelli from Braidwood is training at the Kankakee Sands Preserve for the Cocodona Sedona Canyons 125-mile race set to begin May 6—she will build up to 60 miles per week—aiming to be the first female from Illinois to finish the race. Herald-News
- ➤ Lockport star Bridget Ferriter was named Athlete of the Week—she earned 158 out of 319 votes and posted 19 kills and 2 blocks in the sectional championship win over Joliet West. She helped her team finish third in 4A and was named IVCA 4A First Team All-State. Herald-News
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Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk
9:00-10:30 a.m. — Community Park At Grande Park — Entry fee required — Participate in the fun-filled 4th Annual Turkey Trot run/walk to kick off the holiday season.
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Naperville Noon Lions Turkey Trot 5K
8 AM — Naperville Central High School — Registration required — Run fast and enjoy a festive Turkey Trot experience.
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Holiday Create & Sip at Garage Band Brewing
6-8:30 p.m. — Garage Band Brewing — $20 balance due at the event — Kick off the holiday season with crafting and delicious drinks in a cozy atmosphere.
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Breakfast with Santa
9:00 – 11:30 AM — Prairie Activity & Recreation Center (PARC) — Registration required — Enjoy a delightful breakfast and a magical visit with Santa for the kids.
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