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Friday, February 20th, 2026

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Good morning, Naperville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of February.

CULTURE NEWS

  • Chicago Sinfonietta will perform Queen’s Story in Music and Dance on Friday, Mar. 6 at 7 PM at Wentz Hall, featuring works by Florence Price and Shirley J. Thompson. Tickets start at $30 and a second show is planned for Saturday, Mar. 7 at Harris Theater in the Chicago Loop.  Positively Naperville

HEALTH NEWS

  • Illinois eradicated $1.1 billion in unpaid medical debt for over 500,000 residents as they receive letters this week (no application is needed for eligible households). Lawmakers will decide on additional funding during the upcoming budget session.  FOX 32

REAL ESTATE NEWS

  • The Atlas, a proposed 236-unit multi-family project on a 6.2-acre site near Route 59, received a unanimous favorable recommendation from the planning commission on Feb. 18. Pending city approval for rezoning and permits, the development will offer affordable studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units for young professionals in west Naperville — a step toward revitalizing a long-dormant property.  Naperville News 17

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Thu, 3/5/26

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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.

    Sat, 3/7/26

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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.

    Fri, 3/13/26

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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.

    Sat, 3/14/26

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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.

    Sat, 3/21/26

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REAL ESTATE

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