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Wednesday, July 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Naperville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of July.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Annette Wehrli, known as the Trolley Chick, drives the historic Naperville Trolley, which has been in service for 30 years and offers Tuesday tours at 11:00 a.m.—a tradition started by her father—while she plans summer events at long-standing local businesses to celebrate the milestone. Naperville News 17
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Naperville School District 203 is planning to use its surplus funds to build a new bus facility at the central Fifth Avenue site, replacing a temporary trailer used until June 2026—officials say the project could cost up to $17.4 million, with a board vote on Monday, Aug. 4, followed by bidding this fall and construction possibly starting this winter. Naperville News 17
- ➤ District 204 will combine all high school grade levels into one building in 2027-28 and convert the current ninth-grade center into a multipurpose facility for programs such as STEPS and credit recovery. The district plans to renovate classrooms, science labs, and career technical education spaces as part of a project funded by voter-approved bonds. Daily Herald
- ➤ Naperville North High School students pitched their travel product Roam Travel at INCubator EDU’s National Pitch Night in Chicago and finished as finalists among five competing teams—this marks the first time a District 203 team reached the national top five. They also won a $3,000 prize at the local Final Pitch Night and plan to continue growing their business with new trade show leads and customer feedback. Naperville News 17
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Naperville allocated $551,012 in federal CDBG funds in the past year to help local nonprofits—such as Loaves and Fishes Community Services—with rent, mortgage, and utility assistance for at-risk households. Additional funds support ADA-accessible upgrades at community facilities and housing projects that will advance through bidding, permitting, and construction schedules. Naperville News 17
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Nando’s PERi-PERi will honor its South African roots on Friday, July 18 by offering free chicken and fries to guests who donate nonperishable food from 3 to 6 p.m.—serving locations in Naperville, Oak Brook, and Skokie, while Oberweis Dairy will mark National Ice Cream Day on Sunday, July 20 by donating a portion of sales and opening a new Winnetka location later this month. Other dining events include free Rainbow Cone giveaways, a Christmas in July brunch at Lucille Restaurant at Drury Lane in Oakbrook Terrace, Maine lobster specials at Di Pescara in Northbrook, and anniversary celebrations at Indus Progressive in Highland Park on July 19 plus a special dine-in offer at Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille from 4 p.m. to close Monday through Thursday. Daily Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Naperville native Michael Gould became a standout for the Schaumburg Boomers when he hit a game-winning single in the bottom of the ninth on the Fourth of July under the lights, finishing a 4-hit game with extra-base hits. He posted a .333 average with 4 triples and 7 homers while the team holds a 37-20 record — and he continues to work hard to build his future in professional baseball. Daily Herald
TRAVEL NEWS
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Surf & Turf Cocktail Party
6:30 p.m. — Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse — Reservations recommended — Savor Brazilian flavors and handcrafted cocktails in a vibrant summer celebration.
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Open House at 2741 Gateshead Drive
5-7 p.m. — 2741 Gateshead Drive, Naperville, IL — $679,900 — Explore a beautifully designed home with spacious living areas and a serene backyard retreat.
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DuPage Symphony Orchestra Concert
3:00-9:30 p.m. — Memorial Park — Ticket required — Enjoy an inspiring orchestral performance from a renowned local symphony orchestra.
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Basketball Camp: Playmaker College at North Central College
July 21-25 — North Central College — Registration required — A premier basketball camp for aspiring young players to enhance their skills and confidence.
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YA Midwest 2025
8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. — Neuqua Valley High School — $30 — Celebrate young adult literature with authors, panels, and exclusive book signings.
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Luxury Bridal Expo
11 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Chicago Marriott Naperville — Get 4 Free Tickets — Experience the largest bridal expo in Chicago with a variety of vendors and services.
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Basketball Camp: Point Guard College
July 28 – August 1 — North Central College — $1,095 — An immersive summer basketball camp focusing on developing basketball IQ and leadership skills for dedicated players.
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Holly Jackson Book Signing Event
7 p.m. — Classic Cinemas Tivoli Theatre — Pre-registration required — Celebrate the release of ‘Not Quite Dead Yet’ with author Holly Jackson and enjoy a Q&A session.
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Chicagoland Halal Fest
3-10 p.m. — Frontier Park — Free entry — Celebrate Muslim culture with delicious halal cuisine, traditions, and arts in a family-friendly atmosphere.
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Open House at 2007 Schumacher Lane
5-7 p.m. — 2007 Schumacher Lane — $549,900 — Explore this well-maintained 4 bedroom home in a sought-after Naperville community.
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