The students of the Coal City Theatre Department will be performing "Frozen the Musical" starting at 7 p.m. Friday, with performances again on Saturday and on the following weekend, along with a 2 p.m. showing Sunday, March 15, and Sunday, March 22.

The VFW St. Juvin Post 1336 in Coal City and the Coal City Unit 1 school board recognized the winners of the Patriot’s Pen Essay Awards for 2026 during the school board meeting on Tuesday, March 4.

Minooka Community High School recognized this year's third quarter student of the term honorees on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at MCHS South Campus.

Seneca Grade School’s sixth-grade students showcased their hard work as part of the school’s annual geography fair, expanding their new knowledge of the world.

Minooka 201 has launched "Elevate 201", an initiative the district said is designed to "affirm and refine the district's vision and ensure sustained success for every learner."

As preliminary planning for the next fiscal year gets underway, Minooka Community High School District 111 officials are looking to the state capitol for guidance and clarity on various pieces of the financial puzzle.

The Grundy Area Vocational Center announced that there will be an event Wednesday and Thursday, March 25 and 26 in the Coal City Annex gym, using the "Welcome to the Real World" curriculum from the University of Illinois Extension.

The Grundy Area FFA chapter through the Grundy Area Vocational Center celebrated FFA Week at Coal City High School Monday morning.

Joliet's newest Mexican restaurant Casa Catrina, which provide an elegant yet affordable dining experience, held a soft opening at their location inside Joliet Union Station on Thursday evening.