Lemont|News|
Corvette Raffle: Enter For Chance To Win Car, Cash While Supporting SS. Cyril And Methodius School
The grand prize is the Corvette and $10,000; second place is $7,500 and third is $2,500.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
- Lemont, IL
I cover the south/southwest suburbs of Chicago, including Lemont, Homer Glen, Lockport, Frankfort, Bolingbrook and Romeoville. I have a passion for local news and love to delve into each town's issues and community.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
Where To Find Cooling Centers In Romeoville: Extreme Heat Watch Issued
An extreme heat watch has been issued for Romeoville, which will be in effect starting Wednesday morning.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Chicago Area Heat Wave: What To Know, How To Stay Cool
"Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events," the weather service said.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
LTHS Students Earn Accolades At SkillsUSA Nationals
Seven students represented LTHS on the national stage.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Lockport City Council Meetings Moving Off-Site Until November
Meetings will be moving off-site as renovations at Lockport City Hall begin.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Man Taken Into ICE Custody After Kane County Courthouse Appearance: Reports
Orlando Manriquez-Valdivia, 38, was still listed in ICE custody as of Monday, according to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
Back To School: Lemont High School 2025-26 School Year Calendar
The first day of school for all Lemont High School students will be Aug. 11.
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Lemont|News|
Lemont Extreme Heat Watch: 110 Peak Heat Index Possible Wednesday, Thursday
An extreme heat watch has already been issued for Lemont, which will be in effect starting Wednesday morning through Thursday evening.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Krafted Burger + Tap Closes Bolingbrook Restaurant
The restaurant opened its Bolingbrook location in 2022, serving burgers, chicken sandwiches and pizzas.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Extreme Heat Watch Issued: Heat Index Of 115 Possible In Illinois
Here's when dangerous heat is expected to arrive, and how to stay safe in extreme temperatures.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Back To School Bash Set For Aug. 14 At Frankfort's Commissioners Park
The free, all-ages event will include field games, carnival games, music, crafts and a touch-a-truck, the park district shared.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Back To School: Valley View School District 2025-26 School Year Calendar
The first day of school for VVSD K-12 students will be Aug. 14.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Scooter's Coffee Celebrates Ribbon Cutting, Opening In Lockport
The ribbon cutting will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Aug. 8.
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Lemont|News|
Annual Giving Back To Lemont Concert Set For July 26
The annual event collects non-perishable food or monetary donations to be distributed between Lemont's two open-food pantries.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Daily Storm Chances, Dangerous Heat On The Way: IL Weekend Weather
Here's when storms could hit parts of the Chicago area over the weekend and next week.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Frankfort Hosts Public House Discussing Water Supply
The Village is also offering a Lake Michigan water survey to residents to share opinions.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
RomeoFest Returns Aug. 7-10: What To Know
The festivities are held Aug. 7-10 at Deer Crossing Park and Village Park.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Back To School: District 92 2025-26 School Year Calendar
The first day of school for District 92 students will be Aug. 20.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Homer Glen Board Appoints Bart Holzhauser As Trustee
Holzhauser will serve in the Trustee position for its remaining term, which ends in May 2027.
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Lemont|News|
Lemont Board Approves New Salt Dome Project
The project will be located at the southwest corner of Archer Avenue and Derby Road.
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