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Housing developer M/I Homes to build 370 new homes in Plainfield

M/I Homes has acquired land for two new communities in southwest-suburban Plainfield, Ill., which together will bring more than 370 new-construction homes to the area.

Lockport Old Canal Days returns 2024

The Lockport Chamber of Commerce, City of Lockport & Lockport Woman's Club are partnering to present Old Canal Days Parade & Festival, a FREE family friendly summer festival featuring a parade, carnival, beer garden, live entertainment, an Artisan Market, family entertainment, Bingo, food trucks, wine tent and more!

Joliet residents disappointed with council vote to approve CenterPoint annexation

The Joliet City Council has unanimously approved a decision on a controversial industrial development project, which includes two warehouses and an intermodal truck terminal, despite opposition from some residents.

Joliet charging stations merge the new with the old

The City of Joliet and the Heritage Corridor Convention and Visitors Bureau are working to install six electric charging stations at the Old Joliet Prison and the Route 66 Park at the Broadway Street Greenway, but the city council has yet to approve the grant funding for the stations.

Plainfield Village Board Faces Backlash for Lack of Gaza Cease-Fire Resolution

Plainfield Village Board has not adopted a resolution calling for an immediate cease fire in Gaza, despite the 31,000 people reported killed in the Israel-Hamas war and the racially motivated murder of a 6-year-old in the village.

Water Street Naperville to host Local Artists’ Fine Art and Fine Crafts Show and Sale

The Naperville Water Street District is holding the first Annual Water Street Fine Art & Fine Craft Fair on July 14th, featuring local artists and fine crafts in a variety of media, a Young Artist Makers Tent, and a variety of food and beverage options.

Adoptions Now Available Through Will County Animal Protection Services

Will County Animal Protection Services has launched their new adoption program, allowing residents to adopt pets directly through the department in response to a nationwide increase in animal shelter populations.

Romeoville chooses the library for third Holiday Ornament

Romeoville library officials released their 2024 Romeoville Holiday Ornament, a library book celebrating the Romeoville branch of the White Oak Library District, which will be available for purchase ($15) in person at Village Hall and the Recreation Center starting April 29 until sold out.

Primary final vote results have been determined

The Will County Clerk's Office released official results of the March 19 primary election, showing that several races were separated by hundreds of votes, and that the only close election was for judge to represent the county's 12th Judicial Circuit Court 2nd Subcircuit.

Plainfield library to get a makeover

The Plainfield Area Public Library is undergoing renovations worth $10.5 million, which will be funded by issuing bonds and using savings from the capital reserve fund, and will be closed for up to one year to minimize disruptions to its services.

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Housing developer M/I Homes to build 370 new homes in Plainfield

M/I Homes has acquired land for two new communities in southwest-suburban Plainfield, Ill., which together will bring more than 370 new-construction homes to the area.