Wednesday, December 18th, 2024
Good morning, Naperville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church in Naperville invites everyone to its Christmas Eve and Day services themed 'Love Knows Your Name', featuring family-friendly activities and traditional worship. Daily Herald
- ➤ Barnes & Noble plans to open a new store in downtown Naperville in the spring, taking over the former Pottery Barn location with a fresh design across two levels. Naperville Sun
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two men were arrested in Naperville for possession of a carjacked vehicle and fleeing police, with one suspect also facing weapon charges. FOX 32
- ➤ Ezequiel Lopez-Bey was detained pending trial for possessing a stolen vehicle and fleeing police, after a judge's order in DuPage County. Daily Herald
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Magical Starlight Theatre in Naperville will perform 'Cinderella' on January 10-12 and 17-19, 2025, offering the community a cherished fairy tale experience. Positively Naperville
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Indian Prairie School District 204 is considering the CommonLit 360 curriculum to improve middle school students' writing and reading comprehension skills, with potential approval in January. Naperville News 17
- ➤ Naperville District 203 School Board approved a three-year contract for education support professionals ensuring competitive compensation and raises through 2027. Naperville Sun
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Denise Chambliss, an award-winning baker, showcased creative Christmas cupcake decorating tips on ABC7 to inspire others. ABC7 Chicago
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Cooper Page, despite being scoreless until the final moments, played a crucial role in Naperville Central's upset victory by following a strategic play to miss a free throw, securing a 50-48 win against Bradley-Bourbonnais. Naperville Sun
- ➤ Will Harvey, a junior at Naperville North, excelled with 13 points and 13 rebounds in a victory over rival Naperville Central, highlighting his vital role despite his team's overall height disadvantage. Naperville Sun
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Holidays of Joy
Celebrate the magic of the season at Holidays of Joy on Thursday, December 19, at 6:30 PM at The Auditorium in Chicago, featuring conductor Chelsea Tipton II, vocalist Alfreda Burke, holiday classics like Sleigh Ride and Winter Wonderland, and a festive sing-along. Don’t miss this one-night-only celebration of timeless melodies, carolers, and hot cocoa cheer!
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Holidays of Joy
Celebrate the magic of the season at Holidays of Joy on Thursday, December 19, at 6:30 PM at The Auditorium in Chicago, featuring conductor Chelsea Tipton II, vocalist Alfreda Burke, holiday classics like Sleigh Ride and Winter Wonderland, and a festive sing-along. Don’t miss this one-night-only celebration of timeless melodies, carolers, and hot cocoa cheer!
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Chicago Comedy Scene Night at Maggiano's Naperville
Enjoy a night of entertainment featuring comedians from the Chicago Comedy Scene Radio, alongside a family-style dinner and drinks.
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