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Saturday, August 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Naperville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Naperville’s Last Fling is a 60-year end-of-summer event held Labor Day weekend in downtown Naperville that offers rides such as a revived Ferris wheel and new attractions like the Zipper—visitors must follow new clear bag and youth supervision rules while enjoying live music, food, and a Labor Day parade starting Monday at 10 a.m. Funds raised from the festival benefit local nonprofits. Naperville News 17
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Naperville will welcome its second Chick-fil-A drive-thru location on Sept. 4 at 6:30 a.m. at 3320 S. Illinois Route 59, featuring outdoor seating and services including carry-out, third-party delivery, and a dedicated Mobile Thru lane. Owner Mark Cabrera will launch an opening day promotion where customers in cow-themed attire receive a free entrée or kid’s meal plus the restaurant donates $25,000 to Feeding America and joins the Shared Table program for surplus food. Naperville News 17
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Naperville police arrested 20 year old Johnny Lee Cameron Wright for aggravated unlawful possession of a weapon after spotting a loaded handgun in a parked car at the Topgolf parking lot on Aug. 21st—this is the 15th gun related arrest in the area this year. Naperville News 17
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Retired Naperville detective Rich Wistocki—President of Be Sure Cyber Training—advised school officials on preventing shootings and protecting students from cyber threats in the wake of a recent shooting at Annunciation Catholic School and Church in Minnesota on August 29. FOX 32
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Naperville will host a new culinary event this September—Vegan Chef Challenge—where local restaurants, cafes, and food trucks will offer vegan dishes that community members can try and vote on online. The event, hosted by Vegan Outreach, will run from Sept. 1 to Sept. 30 and aims to show how tasty and healthy a vegan diet can be. Naperville News 17
SHOP NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Project Fire Buddies Charity Car Show
12-4 p.m. — Noon Whistle Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant charity event featuring cars, trucks, and motorcycles while supporting a great cause.
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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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Bar Fogo - National Caipirinha Day
Celebrate the flavors of Brazil — 5 p.m. onward — Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse — Reservations recommended — Enjoy handcrafted caipirinhas and mouthwatering Brazilian dishes.
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USA Pickleball Showdown
5-8 p.m. — Sure Shot Pickleball — Entry fee required — Compete in doubles matches while supporting veterans and first responders in a fun community event.
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Second Annual Plant Market
12-5 p.m. — Noon Whistle Brewing — Free entry — Discover a variety of plants, accessories, and local goodies while enjoying craft beer and seasonal vibes.
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