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Friday, December 27th, 2024

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Good morning, Naperville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Wu's House, a Japanese steakhouse/sushi bar, has opened in Naperville alongside MOTW Coffee & Pastries and gourmet sandwich shop SubKO, enriching the city's dining options.  Naperville Sun
  • Scott Mitchell retires after a 36-year career at SamaraCare, where he provided mental health care and leadership in Naperville, continuing to see clients one day a week post-retirement.  Naperville News 17
  • Naperville offers a variety of holiday activities including a Hanukkah Celebration with a Giant Menorah lighting, a dazzling holiday light display called NaperLights, live music at Quigley’s Irish Pub, Spanish dining at Mesón Sabika, and a self-guided public art tour.  Positively Naperville

CRIME NEWS

  • A man in Naperville was charged with felonies, including possession of a defaced firearm, after being stopped for excessively speeding.  Naperville News 17

CULTURE NEWS

  • Over 100 attendees joined the Chabad of Naperville's Hanukkah celebration, lighting a Menorah outside Nichols Library, emphasizing unity and the triumph of good.  Daily Herald

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Papa Jay's Smoke Shop in Naperville, owned by Jatin Gadhiya, provides a comprehensive range of smoking products and has faced challenges including the pandemic and competition, but remains committed to serving the community.  Naperville Sun

EDUCATION NEWS

  • North Central College's 'Cardinal Pledge' program offers eligible Illinois students a chance at tuition-free education by combining federal, state, and institutional aid to cover 100% of tuition and standard fees.  Naperville Sun

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Naper Settlement is set to open a sustainable permaculture garden in 2025, funded by a $21,000 DuPage Foundation grant, featuring indigenous planting techniques and educational programs to support environmental sustainability.  Naperville News 17

SPORTS NEWS

  • Benet Academy secured a convincing 70-36 victory over Danville, advancing to the quarterfinals of the Pontiac Holiday Tournament.  Daily Herald

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Tue, 12/31/24

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