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In today's newsletter:

  • Joliet councilman pushes to replace aging downtown drawbridges
  • What did a Will County judge just toss from this Joliet church lawsuit?
  • Joliet-area community remembers the life of Judith Grygiel

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Today's riddle: What did the Buffalo say when his son left? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Lots of sun; nice, less humid, with a high of 77 and low of 53 degrees.
  • Monday: Pleasant with some sun, temps: high: 78, low: 58.
  • Tuesday: Partly sunny and humid, with a high of 78 and low of 62 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Tear Down Ruby Street Bridge, Jackson, Cass, Jefferson, McDonough Street Bridges: Joliet Councilman Moreno (patch.com) — Joliet residents are facing major disruption after the sudden August 14 closure of the Ruby Street Bridge, prompting Councilman Juan Moreno to demand better communication and long-term fixes from state and federal officials. In a detailed letter, he urges demolition and full replacement of Joliet's aging downtown movable bridges, including Ruby, Cass, Jackson, Jefferson, and McDonough, along with a clear notification protocol for future closures.
   

2. Priest Accused Of Sexual Assault At Hammel Woods: Joliet Diocese Attorney Wins Big Pretrial Ruling (patch.com) — A Will County judge has dismissed several key counts in a civil lawsuit against the Diocese of Joliet and a former Holy Family parish priest, narrowing but not ending the case. The suit, filed by a former employee identified as Jane Doe, centers on alleged misconduct tied to her work at Shorewood's Holy Family and the Diocese's response, with Joliet-based attorneys and church officials deeply involved.
   

3. Judith Grygiel (freepressnewspapers.com) — A longtime area resident who was born in Joliet and later lived in Wilmington is remembered for her artistic talent, love of family gatherings, and passion for the outdoors. Her body has been donated to medical science, and instead of a traditional funeral, her family will hold a joyful celebration of life at a later date.
   

4. Joliet Junior College Night of Stars honors 4 local leaders (shawlocal.com) — Joliet Junior College is inviting the community to its Night of Stars celebration on Sept. 1 at the Main Campus Theatre in Joliet, honoring four standout leaders and partners. Attendees will hear how local advocates for health, education, and agriculture have strengthened JJC and the wider Joliet area. Tickets are available online for the early-evening event.
   

5. Oswego Co-Op's Alli Wiertel shoots Wedgewood women's record 64: Saturday's Record Newspapers sports roundup (shawlocal.com) — A standout girls golfer shot a women's course-record 7-under 64 at Wedgewood Golf Course to win medalist honors at the Joliet Township Invite, where Oswego Co-Op finished third as a team. The roundup also highlights strong performances by Yorkville girls tennis and several area boys golf teams at the Roger Keller Classic.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bison! (Thank you Judy M. for sending it in!)
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