Friday, April 17th, 2026
Good morning, Naperville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Beidelman Furniture, the oldest business in DuPage County, is closing on April 29 after 165 years in downtown Naperville + a buyer for the building is set to finalize the sale in May. Naperville News 17
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Naperville teacher Seth Brady was named 2026 Illinois Teacher of the Year on Thursday, April 16, earning the state's top education honor + his dedication to students stands as a local highlight. FOX 32
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PUMA Naperville Women's Half Marathon & 5K
12 AM-12 PM — Benedetti-Wehrli Stadium — Registration required — Celebrate athleticism and community with a scenic half marathon and 5K in beautiful Naperville.
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Fireside Chat with Best-Selling Author Dashka Slater
7-8:30 p.m. — Naperville Public Library - 95th Street Library — Free entry — Engage in a thought-provoking discussion with NYT bestselling author on her book 'Accountable'.
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Holistic Health Fair
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Chicago Marriott Naperville — Early Bird tickets available — Explore natural wellness and holistic practices to enhance your well-being.
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Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Rock Legends
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Wentz Concert Hall & Fine Arts Center — Tickets required — Experience the magic of timeless rock anthems by Queen and more under candlelight.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Energy and persistence conquer all things.
~ Benjamin Franklin
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