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Naperville
Thursday, February 19th, 2026
Good morning, Naperville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of February.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Naperville District 203 approved a $12.2M bid for a new transportation hub behind Naperville North High School that will include solar panels (geothermal wells will lower future costs) and replace a rented space costing $4,000 per month. Naperville News 17
- ➤ A Neuqua Valley teacher in Naperville was nominated for the national LifeChanger Award that honors educators helping struggling students. He will learn this spring if he is named among the 16 honorees eligible for the cash prize. Naperville News 17
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2026 IASN Annual Conference
8 AM – 3 PM — NIU Naperville Meeting and Conference Center — Registration details to come — A must-attend event for school nurses looking to elevate their knowledge and advocacy.
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Early Relational Health Summit
8 a.m.–4 p.m. — NIU Naperville Meeting and Conference Center — Registration fee required — Explore nurturing relationships that support child development and family wellbeing.
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The Windy City Amateur Pickleball Open
2 AM - 5 AM — Sure Shot Pickleball — Check entry fees — Compete in a fun and vibrant pickleball tournament in the heart of Naperville.
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Author Event with Valerie Bertinelli: Getting Naked
7-9 p.m. — Pfeiffer Hall at North Central College — Pre-registration required — Celebrate the release of Valerie Bertinelli's latest book with a Q&A and photo opportunity.
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Naperville St. Patrick's Day Parade
10 a.m. — Downtown Naperville Alliance — Free entry — Celebrate Irish culture with vibrant performances and lively parades in downtown Naperville.
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Lyfe Jennings Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Matrix Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the emotional acoustic sounds of Lyfe Jennings and his poignant storytelling.
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