D’Arcy Buick GMC Route 66 Classic returns Saturday, August 17
The D'Arcy Buick GMC Route 66 Classic returns to Route 66 Raceway on August 17, 2019. The event will pay homage to the early days of drag racing and hot rod culture, presenting the ultimate trip down memory lane for all. Fans will be treated to a blast from the past as they walk through the gates of the World’s First True Stadium of Drag Racing and leave the world of 2019 behind.
Severe Weather Warning System Receives Upgrade
The City of Joliet’s severe weather warning system will experience an upgrade beginning Friday, August 9, 2019. This new software will monitor Tornado Warnings issued by the National Weather Service and only sound severe weather sirens where a threat has been indicated.
Chicagoland Speedway’s Third Annual Trunk-Or-Treat featuring Holiday Hustle coming Oct 19th
Families and race fans are once again invited to dress their little ones in full costume and fill their trunks with candy to attend the third annual Trunk-or-Treat fundraising event at Chicagoland Speedway on October 19.
Blood Drive in Manhattan later today
The Village of Manhattan is sponsoring a blood drive later today from 4-7 pm in the Village of Manhattan Meeting room at 260 Market Place. Appointments are encourage to save hassle and wait time. You can reserve your time here.
County, City Join Slammers On July 21 For Water Conservation Night
Will County and the City of Joliet are partnering with the Joliet Slammers to offer a day of baseball and family fun with an emphasis on water conservation on Sunday, July 21.
Rethink Water Joliet, Alternative Water Source Survey
The City of Joliet is undertaking a study to evaluate multiple sources of water to provide a sustainable supply for the future. In a recent report the Illinois State Water Survey (ISWS) found that at the current rate of usage, the aquifer suppling the majority of the City’s water will no longer be sustainable by 2030.
