Lockport Township Fire Protection District’s John O’Connor was awarded the honor for fire districts or departments with populations over 25,000. LTFPD serves a population of more than 85,000 residents.

The LockRocks summer concert series at Dellwood Park will host Strung Out and Semple Band on Friday, Aug. 15.

City Hall construction has begun in Lockport, requiring the temporary relocation of meetings and city offices.

Lockport Township will host a community garage sale event on July 12 to raise money for the Ronald McDonald House. Donations are currently being accepted beginning Saturday at Homer Glen location.