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Also on today's calendar: World Doctors Orchestra Naperville Charity Concert at Wentz Hall and 4 more events.
Today's riddle: Where do math teachers go on vacation? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. The Herald-News Girls volleyball notebook: Lockport making early case for deep playoff run (shawlocal.com subscription) — Bolingbrook's girls volleyball team is off to an impressive 6-1 start, with notable wins over Metamora, Normal and Minooka and only a loss to powerhouse Marist. Ranked No. 20 by MaxPreps, the Raiders now face potentially easier matches against Lane Tech and Thornwood as they build momentum for the postseason.
2. Both Valley View High Schools Named To US News Best High School List (patch.com) — Bolingbrook High School has been ranked 108th in Illinois by U.S. News, placing it among the top 11 percent of public high schools statewide and fourth in the Southwest Prairie Conference. Romeoville High School, also in Valley View District, ranked 105th and third in the conference, reflecting strong academic performance across the district.
3. Will County yet to disburse approved grant for immigration services group (chicagotribune.com) — A $200,000 Will County cannabis-tax grant for Illinois Workers in Action, which has a Bolingbrook location, still hasn't been released despite board approval last November. County officials say they lack clear documentation, while supporters argue the delay is stalling immigration, labor, and community services that many Bolingbrook and other Will County residents rely on.
4. Maintenance Technician Supervisor at WALGREENS (walgreens.com) — A full-time Maintenance Technician Supervisor position is open at Walgreens' Bolingbrook facility on South Schmidt Road, overseeing maintenance and local IT support for high-tech distribution systems. The role focuses on leading a maintenance team, ensuring safe, reliable operations, and offers a salary range from $65,000 to $113,750 depending on experience and qualifications.
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