Possible Casino Location Change; Museum On Wheels Visits Schools

Here are three local stories you don't want to miss today in Will County.

Forest Preserve's Black Road Trail Connection Now Open

A new path that connects the DuPage River Trail in Shorewood with the Rock Run Greenway Trail in Joliet opened after a ribbon cutting.

Tell Someone In Plainfield You’re Grateful For Them

Write a letter showing your gratitude for someone or something in Plainfield, and we’ll publish it in November.

Annual Turkey Drop At Moose Lodge To Help Families In Need

To this day, the Turkey Drop has donated more than 13,600 turkeys to families.

Plainfield Park District: Grinchmas On The Green – November 27

See the latest announcement from the Plainfield Park District.

Toys For Tots Donations Accepted At Plainfield Fire Stations

Donated toys should be new, in their original packaging and not gift wrapped.

Plainfield Police Host 'Legendary' Outing To Chicago Bulls Game

A portion of ticket sales will benefit the police department's Shop with a Cop program, helping children in need during the holiday season.

As Holidays Near, How To Help Hungry Families In Plainfield

For millions of families in Plainfield and other U.S. cities, an extravagant holiday meal isn’t on the table this Christmas.

Plainfield Park District: 4-Month Winter Track Pass

See the latest announcement from the Plainfield Park District.

Loughran Cappel Declares Oct. 28 First Responders Day In Illinois

Illinois first responders will now be honored on Oct. 28, thanks to the help of Senator Meg Loughran Cappel.

McBrody's Bar Price Drops, Walmart Supercenter Remodeling Done

Here are three local stories you don't want to miss today in Will County.

White Mass

St. Mary Immacualte Parish will offer a blessing to all health care workers at this special Mass.

Plainfield Park District: Springbank Trail Extension Opens – Press Release

October 7, 2021 For Immediate Publication:

Want To Intern With Plainfield Police? Applications Are Open

The Plainfield Police Department is accepting applications for the winter/spring semester's unpaid internship program until Oct. 31.

Pet Expo At Clow Stephens Dog Park Hosted By Plainfield Park District Saturday

See the latest announcement from the Plainfield Park District.

Illinois American Water Awards over $92,000 in Firefighter Grants

Since 2010, over 770 grants totaling over $760,000 have been awarded to Illinois fire and emergency organizations.

Illinois American Water Announces Results of Partnership

Over 96,000 Dry Tons of Residuals and Biosolids have been kept out of Landfills

Plainfield Park District: Grinchmas On The Green – Purchase A Tree

Celebrate the season by purchasing your own tree to decorate for our annual tree lighting ceremony at Village Green Park. The purchased ...

Riverview Open House in Naperville Mixes Family Fun and History

Play games, visit a petting zoo and learn about 19th-century farm life during this Forest Preserve District of Will County event on Oct. 2.

Gas Can, Barrel, Tires: Strangest Things Found In DuPage River

On Sunday, Plainfield's Backcountry Hunters & Anglers chapter organized a cleanup of the DuPage River and pulled out some surprising items.

Plainfield Park District: Haunted Hayrides Returns At Eaton Preserve

Bone-chilling thrills abound on this spooky fun-filled hayride on the trail at Eaton Preserve. Scares will keep you looking over your s ...

DuPage River Cleanup: BHA Organizes 3-Hour Event Sunday

The nonprofit group Backcountry Hunters & Anglers is organizing the cleanup event from 9 a.m. to noon Sunday.

Plainfield Park District Receives Distinguished Budget Presentation Award

See the latest announcement from the Plainfield Park District.

Plainfield Park District: Renovated Rotary Park Opens

Renovated Rotary Park Opens The latest renovated park in Romeoville was a joint effort between the Village of Romeoville and the Plainf ...

Getting Ready to Knit/Crochet More With the Cooler Weather?

Two really great places for knitters and crocheters

Plainfield's Eaton Preserve Undergoes $850K Improvements

The Plainfield Park District-owned preserve continues to be remodeled. This week, the rood on the old shed is being replaced.

Plainfield Park District: Inaugural “You Can't Catch Me” Youth Fun Run

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Build UR Scent is Now Open In Plainfield!

New cosmetics brand announces the grand opening of their first store to deliver thousands of possible fragrance combinations to customers.

Make DuPage River Public: Plainfield Park District Board

The board says "normal and lawful use of the DuPage River by the public cannot be denied" by IDNR.

Car Show To Raise Money For Wallin Oaks PTA, Event Funds

The Wallin Oaks Cruise Night will take place at the new school from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Aug. 20. Each car entered is charged a $10 fee.

Police Department Raises Money For Special Olympics Illinois

The 18th annual fundraiser will be hosted at two local Dunkin' locations — on Route 59 and Lockport Road — Aug. 20.

Plainfield Park District: Public Meeting – August 18 Van Horn Woods Redevelopment & DuPage River Trail Expansion

The Plainfield Park District will be hosting an in-person meeting regarding an OSLAD/LWCF Grant Application for the redevelopment of Van ...

Pint Night To Rally Support For DuPage River Public Access

Illinois's chapter of Backcountry Hunters and Anglers is hosting a pint night at Will County Brewing from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Aug. 12.

How To Can, Freeze Produce From Will County Gardens

Billions of pounds of garden produce go to waste each year. Here’s how you can fight it by learning to can and freeze your garden bounty.

Plainfield Park District: Masks Required Again Inside Plainfield Park District Facilities Starting July 31

Effective Saturday, July 31: Consistent with Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ...

WWII Vet From Plainfield Honored By Crowd At Overman Jones

People gathered in their red, white and blue at the funeral home to honor Arthur W. Countryman, recently identified as a Plainfield native.

Masks Required Again In Park District Buildings Starting Saturday

Will and Kendall counties are categorized as "substantial" in transmission levels, so the park district is requiring universal mask wearing.

WWII Soldier Identified As Plainfield Man After 77 Years

Arthur W. Countryman, 37, was killed in Germany in 1944 and identified last month. His remains will be escorted to Plainfield on Thursday.

Plainfield Park District: Our Park & Recreation Story: Recreation Manager Misty Bartlett

As part of Park & Rec Month, we're telling #ourparkandrecstory. For #teamtuesday, we're highlighting some of the Park District team who ...

Plainfield Park District: Celebrate Dog Days Of Summer With Plainfield Park District Photo Contest

The Plainfield Park District is celebrating the “tail” end of summer with the Dog Days of Summer photo contest in August.