The Braidwood Journal

The Braidwood Journal A weekly newspaper serving Braidwood, Illinois.

The Braidwood Journal is your community newspaper, published every Wednesday and serving the city of Braidwood, Illinois, as well as the communities of Custer Park, Godley, Braceville, Essex, Wilmington, Diamond, Coal City, Reed Township and Custer Township.

ROUTE 66 — World champion ultra-endurance cyclist Joe Barr will be starting his cross-country journey along historic Rou...
06/12/2026

ROUTE 66 — World champion ultra-endurance cyclist Joe Barr will be starting his cross-country journey along historic Route 66 in attempt to set a Guinness World Record by cycling nonstop from Santa Monica to Chicago. Barr is expected in Chicago tonight and the Heritage Corridor Destinations is preparing to give him a welcome. Barr is the 2023 Ultra-Cycling World Champion in the 50+ age category and a two-time finisher of the renowned Race Across America endurance race. His 2,400-mile ride is being documented as part of a feature film project. Watch out for him and film crew as they come through Braidwood. To learn more about Joe Barr's Route 66 journey and documentary, visit RaceBarrUltra.com

Another round of strong storm potential today according to National Weather Service. Looks like it will be mostly north/...
06/11/2026

Another round of strong storm potential today according to National Weather Service. Looks like it will be mostly north/west of us.

Potential for severe weather today according to the National Weather Service
06/10/2026

Potential for severe weather today according to the National Weather Service

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111 S Water Street
Wilmington, IL
60481

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Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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