The Joliet City Center Partnership has launched an Elves on the Loose scavenger hunt in Downtown Joliet, inviting visitors to explore 13 local businesses and find hidden elves from November 28 – December 26.
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Joliet and Plainfield food pantries meet the communities need for Thanksgiving Holiday
Local organizations are seeing an increase in people needing assistance this Thanksgiving season due to inflation, with food pantries and banks still seeing long lines despite the reinstatement of SNAP food benefits.
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2026 Joyful Brunch Honors Michael Austin Clark, Supports MAC Mentoring & JTHS Athletic Boosters Scholarship
Joyful Brunch 2026 is a celebration honoring the late Michael Austin Clark, with proceeds benefiting the MAC Mentoring Program and the Michael Austin Clark JTHS Endowed Athletic Boosters Scholarship.
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Fall leaves disposal reminders
Residents are encouraged to dispose of yard waste in accordance with Waste Management guidelines, and commercial fire pits must meet specific criteria in order to be used legally within city limits.
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From Military Service to Economic Empowerment: Shania Chandler’s Inspiring Journey
Shania Chandler, a PMP certified Army Veteran, is the Founder and CEO of the Black Girl Business Academy, an organization dedicated to helping single mothers and aspiring entrepreneurs build credit, secure funding, and launch successful businesses.
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Joliet closer to construction of water pipelines, approves staffing study
The City of Joliet approved a labor-management project agreement to construct pipelines bringing water supply to the city from Lake Michigan, and a professional services agreement with Raftelis for a citywide service level and staffing study.
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Joliet Slammers 2026 season tickets plan on sale now
The Joliet Slammers have released their Full Season, Half Season, and 10-Game Ticket Plans for the 2026 season, offering fans exclusive benefits and discounts.
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Joliet Council approves new Mexican restaurant for vacant space at train station
The Joliet City Council unanimously approved a five-year lease agreement for Casa Catrina Mexican Heritage Cuisine to occupy the former McGrain Brewery space in the old Joliet Union Station, which is expected to generate over $694,000 in rent and taxes.
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Joliet and surrounding communities who rely on SNAP receive help
The government shutdown has paused the distribution of SNAP benefits, prompting many area residents to seek alternative ways to put food on the table, while the Trump administration has warned that there could be lengthy delays before benefits are available.
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Community Collaboration Offers Flex Payment Support for Families Affected by Gun Violence
Joliet Township Government, Inner City Empowerment CDC, and Kankakee Forgives have partnered to provide $15,000 in Flex Payment assistance to families affected by firearm violence in the communities of Chicago Heights and Kankakee.
