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Naperville
Thursday, September 18th, 2025
Good morning, Naperville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 18th of September.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Naperville city council voted 5—4 on Sept. 16 to continue the 1% grocery tax in 2026 after long debates over a shift to a home rule sales tax hike amid a projected $6.5 million shortfall. The decision reflects concerns about the impact on local businesses. Naperville News 17
- ➤ Indian Prairie School District 204 congratulated Supna Jain on her appointment to the Naperville City Council during the September 16 meeting, noting her service since 2021 and strong advocacy for student mental health and academic success. The board will review options to fill her upcoming vacancy as they prepare to begin the search for a new superintendent — a process they plan to handle with full transparency for the community. Positively Naperville
- ➤ Naperville Mayor Scott Wehrli spoke at the Sept. 16 city council meeting and said that political violence is wrong after activist Charlie Kirk was killed on Sept. 10. He urged residents to talk face-to-face and work together to keep our city safe—stressing respect among neighbors. Naperville News 17
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Bollywood Beyond Music Concert Featuring Kavita Krishnamurti & L. Subramaniam
8:00 PM – 11:30 PM — The Matrix Club — Fundraiser event — Experience an unforgettable concert for a noble cause with legendary musicians.
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Riverwalk Fine Art Fair
9:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. — Riverwalk Park — Check official website for entry fees — Explore a showcase of original artwork from 110 selected artists in a vibrant community setting.
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Author Event with SenLinYu for Alchemised
7 p.m. — Pfeiffer Hall at North Central College — Pre-registration required — Celebrate the debut of SenLinYu's dark fantasy novel Alchemised with a presentation and Q&A.
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Farm to Fork Feast 2025
3-6 p.m. — McDonald Farm — Admission details not specified — Celebrate local agriculture with farmers and food leaders at a community feast.
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Ludacris 'How Low' Poms Dance Workshop
12-1:30 p.m. — Arthur Murray Dance Studio Naperville — $20 — Enjoy a high-energy dance workshop focusing on technique and original choreography.
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