Park Parties Planned For Summer 2025 In Romeoville

All the parties will feature inflatables, music, games, food and more.

BYO To Go Bash Supports Sustainability Efforts At JJC Romeoville

Attendees can also learn about sustainability, gardening and composting practices from experts.

Route 66 Monument Unveiled At White Fence Farm

The interactive monuments stretch from Berwyn to Pontiac.

Multi-County Bike Safety Initiative Planned In May

The initiative coincides with National Bike Month in May.

Baltimore Orioles Return To Will County For The Spring

Now that orioles have started arriving, you can start expecting some other birds to start popping in as well, the preserve said.

Monarch Butterflies Making Their Way To Chicago Area

Historically, the first sightings in Will County come sometime in May, although in some recent years they have arrived as early as mid-April

June Jamboree Planned For June 6

The event will feature live music, family-friendly activities, a food truck and more.

Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds Right On Schedule For Annual Migration

Generally, we start seeing hummingbirds in Will County around the middle of April, and they should be here in full force by May.

Disturbance Reported At Scene 75 Friday; No One Injured: Village

These incidents at the business generally involve arguments​ between patrons that escalate into physical altercations, the Village said.

Native Trees and Plantings Part of Rt. 53 Berm Enhancements

Heidelberg Materials is enhancing its existing berm along Rte 53 including the removal of low-quality brush and invasive trees.

Isle A La Cache Hosts 'Pollination Investigation' Exhibit

Smithsonian Gardens’ “Pollination Investigation” opens April 2, and runs through June 22.

Romeoville Plans Building Department Open House

The open house will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. on April 8 at Village Hall, 1050 W. Romeo Road.

Fire Damages Garage Thursday In Romeoville: Fire District

The fire district said it responded at 5:40 p.m. Thursday to Zinnia Drive, and found a fire in the garage of a two-story home.

Public Safety Academy For Romeoville Residents Starts April 10

The Romeoville Police Department, Fire Department and Emergency Management Agency host the classes.

Hummingbirds On Their Way To Will County: Preserve

Hummingbirds have made it as far north as northern Florida, Louisiana and Texas on their annual northern migration.

Pelicans Are Back In Will County: Preserve

The pelicans usually arrive in Will County in late February or early March as they make the return trip to their breeding grounds.

Romeoville Election Guide: What’s On The Ballot, What To Know

Early voting dates, races to watch and how to vote by mail.

What's That Smoke? O'Hara Woods Prescribed Burn Happening Monday

The burn is scheduled from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at O'Hara Woods, 524 Belmont Drive​ in Romeoville.

Springtide Craft Show Returns For 21st Year In Romeoville

The craft show will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on March 29 at the Romeoville Recreation Center, 900 W. Romeo Road.

Avoid Sick Or Dead Wildlife Due To Avian Flu Risk: Forest Preserve

Pets also should be kept from carcasses or feces and feathers of animals, the preserve said.

Prairie Bluff Preserve Remains Closed

Forest preserve spokesperson Cindy Cain told Patch the preserve is closed to protect a natural resource.

Where To Watch The Big Game In Romeoville

Kickoff in New Orleans is at 5:30 p.m. Central Standard Time on Feb. 9, but you’ll want to get to your favorite spot earlier.

$950K In Federal Funding Supports Semiconductor Research At Lewis

The funding supports innovation in semiconductor manufacturing through research at Lewis University.

Galentine's Celebration Planned At Isle A La Cache

"Grab your sisters, girlfriends or best gal pals" and make different mocktails for Galentine's Day.

Romeoville House Fire Displaces Residents, No One Injured: Fire Dept.

No residents were injured in the fire, but damage to the home was severe enough that the residents will be displaced, officials said.

Romeoville Shares 2025 Special Events Calendar

More details will be released closer to event dates; take a look at what to expect in 2025.

Romeoville Celebrates Its 130th Birthday

On Jan. 19, 1895, residents of Romeo gathered at John Miller's Barber Shop to decide if Romeo should incorporate and change its name.

Forest Preserve Offers Volunteer Mornings To Start 2025

Sign up to volunteer at preserves across Will County.

Smokey Bear Paintings Will Be Displayed At 5 Will County Nature Sites

The "Smokey Bear: The Rudy Wendelin Collection" exhibit will run from Jan. 17, through March 2.

Romeoville Home Uninhabitable After Fire: Lockport Fire District

The fire district said it responded to a reported structure fire in a two-story single-family home on Sunflower Court at 7:53 p.m. on Jan. 3

Winter Walkers Hikes Planned By Forest Preserve

These eight naturalist-led hikes will traverse a wide variety of terrain and weather conditions.

Bald Eagles Stay The Winter In Will County Preserves

As the weather gets colder and streams and creeks start to freeze, bald eagles will be flocking to areas with open water.

Forest Preserve Hosts December Dash Virtual 5K

The first 100 participants to complete their 5Ks will receive a December Dash long-sleeve shirt to commemorate their participation.

Shop at a Forest Preserve gift shop or online for your holiday items

Three gift shops are stocked with unique items this holiday season, and the online store, OutsiderThreads.com is having a 20% off sale.

Apartment Fire Reported Early Tuesday In Romeoville: Fire District

The cause of the fire appears to be accidental and is being investigated by the Lockport Fire Investigators.

Forest Preserve Passes Balanced Budget, Property Tax Rates To Decrease

Planned improvements include projects across the county.

Will County Residents Receive $2.7M In FEMA Funds After July Storms

Residents can apply for assistance from FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration until Nov. 19.

Find Out Where Romeoville Ranks In Household Bills: Report

Doxo, an online bill payment service, recently released a report ranking the highest and lowest cities in Illinois for household expenses.

31st Annual Harvest Saturday Food Drive Planned Nov. 23

The annual event is sponsored by St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church, United Presbyterian Church and The Rock Church in Romeoville.

Romeoville Plans Annual Veterans Day Service

In addition to the ceremony, the Village and the Romeoville Veterans Commission will hold a complimentary veterans breakfast.