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News published on Shorewood Star in August 2025

 
News from August 2025
Joliet West High School has announced the schedule for yearbook photos for the 2025-2026 school year.

Joliet West High School updates families on transportation plans ahead of new school year

As the first day of school approaches on Tuesday, August 19, Joliet West High School has released updated transportation information for families and students.

Average cost per gallon of regular gas rises in ZIP Code 60404 during week ending Aug. 23

Drivers in ZIP Code 60404 paid an average of $3.56 per gallon of regular gas in the week ending Aug. 23, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Shorewood’s Aug. 25 weather: A 15-Year history

Over the last 15 years, temperatures on Aug. 25 have ranged from a high of 92°F in 2012 to a low of 52°F in 2017, according to Open-Meteo.
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2 gas stations in ZIP Code 60404 had the cheapest premium gas in the area in week ending Aug. 23

The lowest price of premium gas in ZIP Code 60404 was found at two gas stations in the week ending Aug. 23, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Joliet West High School opens fall driver education registration for upperclassmen

Registration for Joliet West High School’s fall Driver Education course will open at 8 a.m. on August 19 and remain available for 24 hours.

Will County CED seeks new partners for expanding student internship program

The Will County Center for Economic Development (CED), in partnership with Joliet Township High School District (JTHS), launched the Will County Summer Internship Program in 2023.

Joliet West High School outlines back-to-school policies on safety, attendance

Joliet Township High School District is preparing for the start of a new academic year, with students returning to classes on Tuesday, August 19.

Congressman Foster invites high schoolers to ROTC & Service Academy Day in Batavia

Congressman Bill Foster has invited high school students and their families to attend the ROTC and Service Academy Day on Saturday, August 30.

Joliet West High School launches program aimed at improving student attendance

Joliet West High School is introducing a new initiative aimed at supporting students and improving attendance.

Shorewood Police Department seeks community service officer applicants

The Shorewood Police Department is seeking applicants for the position of Community Service Officer.

Joliet Township High School opens morning walker program for adults

Joliet Township High School is inviting adults aged 18 and older to take part in its Morning Walker Program for the 2025-2026 school year.

Free mental health support groups launched for Joliet Township High School community

A new set of free mental health support groups is now available for Joliet Township High School students and families, following a partnership between NAMI Will-Grundy and Trinity Services, Inc. The initiative aims to provide accessible support...

Central & West campuses schedule open house events for August

Families and students are invited to attend the Central and West Open Houses on Wednesday, August 27, from 6 to 8 p.m. The event marks the start of the 2025-2026 school year for both campuses.

Joliet Township High School announces safety initiatives and event schedule

Joliet Township High School District has shared several updates and reminders for families as the new school year begins.

Student Advisory Committee offers service hours and representation opportunities for Joliet West High

Students at Joliet West High School are invited to join the Student Advisory Committee, which provides an opportunity to represent their school and earn community service hours.

Joliet West High School schedules open house for families on August 27

Joliet Township High School (JTHS) is inviting families to attend its Open House on Wednesday, August 27, at 6 p.m. The event aims to give students and their families a chance to meet teachers and staff, as well as learn about the programs and...

Week ending Aug. 23: Average diesel price per gallon in ZIP Code 60404 down from previous week

Drivers in ZIP Code 60404 paid an average of $3.71 per gallon of diesel in the week ending Aug. 23, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Where could ZIP Code 60404 residents find the cheapest diesel in week ending Aug. 23?

The lowest price of diesel in ZIP Code 60404 was found at two gas stations in the week ending Aug. 23, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Shorewood’s Aug. 26 weather: A 15-Year history

Over the last 15 years, temperatures on Aug. 26 have ranged from a high of 95°F in 2024 to a low of 57°F in 2017, according to Open-Meteo.