The Joliet community came together to honor the life and legacy of Sgt. Jose Dueñez Jr. with a memorial sign unveiling and a heartfelt ceremony, attended by community leaders, family, and friends.
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New Healing Place brings Trauma-Focused Care and Community Education to Joliet
Lorraine “Lorena” Guerrero, LCSW, CADC, PEL, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Senior Trauma Therapist, opened the Healing Place in downtown Joliet to provide trauma-focused care, education, and consulting to children, families, and organizations impacted by trauma.
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New gallery in downtown Joliet a destination for art enthusiasts
Bill Dimitroulas has opened the Atelier Joliet Art Gallery in downtown Joliet, featuring artwork ranging in price from $500 to $8000, with the goal of inspiring and connecting people from diverse backgrounds.
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Cornerstone return of Spring Raffle, win up to $3,000
Cornerstone Services, Inc. is hosting its annual Spring Raffle, with proceeds going to programs that help people with disabilities, and tickets can be purchased now for a chance to win up to $3,000.
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Stepping Stones Recovery Home for Women, Children is officially open
Stepping Stones recently opened an 8-unit Recovery Home for Women with Children in Joliet, providing a structured, supportive living environment for women with a substance abuse disorder and their children up to age five.
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Rest in peace to Roger Powell Sr., a legendary champion on and off the court.
Roger Powell Sr. was an Illinois basketball legend, having set the Joliet Central all-time scoring record, starred at Illinois State University, and earned a gold medal in the Brisbane, Australia Professional Basketball League, as well as dedicating 34 years to teaching and mentoring generations.
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Joliet hires new Media Engagement Director
Sydney Thompson has been hired as the City of Joliet’s new Media Engagement and Communications Director, replacing Rosemaria DiBenedetto, and will serve as the city’s primary spokesperson with an annual salary of $120,000.
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Joliet District 86 students Superintendent awards
21 students from Joliet Public Schools District 86 received the Superintendent’s Award for the second trimester of the 2025-2026 school year.
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City of Joliet Spring cultural events at Bicentennial Park
The City of Joliet’s Department of Cultural Affairs & Special Events has an extensive slate of cultural programming coming to Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park and Theatre in March and April, including theater productions, the annual Poetry Festival, and the Bridge to Broadway theater camp.
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NASCAR has launched “Drive for Success” with Joliet Public Schools ahead of Fourth of July Race weekend at Chicagoland Speedway
NASCAR has partnered with Joliet Public Schools to launch the “Drive for Success” program, which rewards students for academic achievement, attendance, and behavior, with the opportunity to earn tickets to the 2026 NASCAR Chicagoland Speedway Race Weekend.
