Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of August.
Good morning, Naperville.
A 39-year-old Naperville man died after his black 2016 Harley-Davidson Fat Bob left north Naper Boulevard near Plank Road and struck a fence Wednesday night—police said the rider was unresponsive at the scene.
Naperville police reported that a body found Thursday at Springbrook Prairie Forest Preserve matches missing mother Olasinmibo 'Sinmi' Abosede, 46—an autopsy is scheduled for today and foul play is not suspected.
Naperville police reported that a body was found off a Springbrook Prairie Forest Preserve trail west of Book Road after a passerby discovered it (50 to 60 yards from the trail) and alerted officials who arrived around 2 p.m.
Naperville School District 203’s board voted on Aug.
4 to use surplus funds to begin planning a new transportation facility on district land at Fifth Avenue, moving bus operations from a temporary leased office after an outdated trailer was vacated in May. The project could go to bid this fall and see construction begin this winter—although board member Melissa Kelley Black raised concerns about the high costs without exploring lower-cost alternatives.
SunCloud Health is offering free mental health resources to schools, parents and communities as back-to-school season begins.
The program provides parent toolkits, student education and staff in-services—helping families access crisis intervention, referrals and treatment options available at Naperville, Northbrook and Chicago.
Grand Opening of CORH Naperville
5-8 p.m. — 1754 N Washington St — Free entry — Celebrate the grand opening with fun activities and surprises for all ages.
Volunteer Morning at Riverview Farmstead Preserve
10 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Riverview Farmstead Preserve — Registration required — Get fresh air and help your community with seed collection activities.
American Legion Golf Outing 2025
10 a.m. — Tamarack Golf Club — Sponsorships available — Support local veterans while enjoying a day of golf with community impact.
Homecoming Fest 2025
2-10 p.m. — Saints Peter & Paul Catholic School — $5-10 adults, $2 seniors/children — Celebrate 179 years of history with live music, food trucks, and family fun.
Community Conversations Grand Finale
11:30 a.m. — Naper Settlement — Free entry — Celebrate the culmination of diverse community storytelling and insights in this engaging finale.
The Acoustic Circus Live Performance
6-9 p.m. — Potter's Place and Two-Nine Martini Lounge — Free entry — Enjoy acoustic pop/rock covers from talented local musicians featuring classics from Mellencamp to the Eagles.
Author Event with Christine Brown Woolley
7 p.m. — Anderson's Bookshop — Pre-registration required — Celebrate the release of Sister Wife, a memoir about faith, family, and finding freedom.
Naperville Trails Half Marathon & 10k
8:00 AM – 11:59 PM — Danada Forest Preserve — Registration required — Experience the scenic beauty of the trails in this exciting half marathon and 10K run.
Charity Car Show
12-4 p.m. — Noon Whistle Brewing — $20 registration for show vehicles — Enjoy a variety of cars, trucks, and motorcycles while supporting a great cause.
Daaa Kickoff Potluck
7 p.m. — Noon Whistle Brewing — Bring a dish to share — Celebrate the season opener with potluck dishes while cheering on the Bears.
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