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Lockport, IL Historic Gaylord Building Wins NEA Grant for New Exhibit

Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Lockport, IL — A historic landmark along the Illinois & Michigan Canal is receiving national recognition and new funding to expand how local history is told. The Gaylord Building Historic Site announced it has been awarded a Fiscal Year 2026 Grants for Arts Projects award from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA). The funding will su…Lockport, Illinois · Lockport Read Article

Scoring isn’t the only thing for Lockport’s Trace Schaaf. Those rebounds pay off, too. ‘Get out in transition.’

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Even though he’s playing a role that traditionally requires a certain amount of height, senior forward Trace Schaaf takes advantage of being sinewy and long as Lockport’s tallest starter. The 6-foot-4 Schaaf also prefers facing the basket rather than having his back to it. “I just try to be tough at the rim,” he said. “I box guys out and move or know how to get to the high point of the ball. We have a lot of guys who can run and get out in trans…Lockport, Illinois · Lockport Read Article

Lockport, IL - Safety Update: No Threat After Reported School Burglary

Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Lockport, IL – Lockport Police confirmed Friday evening that a reported burglary near Kelvin Grove School was determined to be unfounded following a thorough investigation. Officers were dispatched to the area after receiving a call about a possible burglary in progress. According to the Lockport Police Department, responding officers sea…Lockport, Illinois · Lockport Read Article

Morton baseball recruit Trace Schaaf lives in the present on basketball court for Lockport. ‘Leave my impact.’

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Senior forward Trace Schaaf believes the future is bright for Lockport basketball. But the present? That could be pretty special, too. And Schaaf is determined to leave a legacy before he leaves the sport behind to play college baseball. “It’s my last year of basketball and I’m trying to leave my impact here with these guys,” Schaaf said. “We’re still a pretty young team and a lot of these guys will be coming back next year, but I just want to l…Basketball · Lockport Read Article

Will County sheriff’s police investigate shooting near Fairmont School in Lockport Township

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Shortly before 3 p.m. on Thursday, deputies responded to the area of Green Garden and Princeton Street in Lockport Township regarding a vehicle that crashed into a fence, Will County Sheriff’s Office said.Lockport, Illinois · Lockport Read Article

Battered, bruised but not beaten, Lockport’s Andre Labuda leads fierce defensive effort. ‘Just kept fighting.’

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Andre Labuda guided a fierce Lockport defense all season. Praised by teammates and coaches for his intelligence, Labuda called out the plays and made sure everyone knew where to be. The senior linebacker kept everything in order again Saturday night as the Porters battled until the end of a defensive slugfest with a trip to state on the line. “I think everyone on our defense was beat up in one way or another,” Labuda said. “We just kept fighting…Lockport, Illinois · Lockport Read Article

Arizona State commit Justin Warlow, Lockport’s three-time state runner-up, looks to next step. ‘A new journey.’

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Justin Wardlow has had a career full of success at Lockport. He’s also had more than his fair share of heartbreak. As a freshman, Wardlow advanced to the state championship match but was injured in the semifinal and could not compete. The last two seasons, he’s lost in the finals. The three-time state runner-up actually faced the same result four years in a row, also placing second in eighth grade. Wardlow, a senior 150-pounder, is hoping that n…Lockport, Illinois · Lockport Read Article

Benet Academy sweeps Lockport to move on to girls volleyball 4A state final

Coach Brad Baker and his Benet Academy Redwings are back in the IHSA 4A girls volleyball state series for a fourth straight season after three straight runner-up finishes. A trip to the championship is on the line as the Wings take on a team responsible for one of their two losses during the season in Lockport. The Porters beat the Redwings on August 30th and are back at ISU after taking third place last season. This highlight is sponsored by BM…Volleyball · Lockport Read Article

Flying out nowhere, Matt Kies breaks up 2-point conversion pass as Lockport holds off H-F. ‘Out of this world.’

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Junior defensive back Matt Kies fractured his right hip making a cut before the first game and missed his entire freshman season for Lockport. But he never gave up on playing football. “Never,’’ Kies said. “I love the sport and I put my time and effort into the sport. I never had any thoughts of quitting. It was obviously sad and I missed being with my friends. “But I thought that once I get my hip back, I would be stronger than ever.” Both hips…Lockport, Illinois · Lockport Read Article

Central Michigan commit Colton Benaitis becomes safety valve for Lockport. ‘Undefeated with him on the field.’

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Lockport’s six-game winning streak coincides with senior safety/receiver Colton Benaitis returning after missing the first four weeks with a broken collarbone. That’s not a coincidence. Benaitis, a Central Michigan recruit, sets the tone for the Porters. “I bring the energy when I play,” Benaitis said. “Every practice is like a game. We bring the energy — we scream. We take that into games. I try to get everyone going. “I want to provide that en…Lockport, Illinois · Lockport Read Article

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Lockport, IL Historic Gaylord Building Wins NEA Grant for New Exhibit

Scoring isn’t the only thing for Lockport’s Trace Schaaf. Those rebounds pay off, too. ‘Get out in transition.’

Lockport, IL - Safety Update: No Threat After Reported School Burglary

Morton baseball recruit Trace Schaaf lives in the present on basketball court for Lockport. ‘Leave my impact.’

Will County sheriff’s police investigate shooting near Fairmont School in Lockport Township

Battered, bruised but not beaten, Lockport’s Andre Labuda leads fierce defensive effort. ‘Just kept fighting.’

Arizona State commit Justin Warlow, Lockport’s three-time state runner-up, looks to next step. ‘A new journey.’

Benet Academy sweeps Lockport to move on to girls volleyball 4A state final

Flying out nowhere, Matt Kies breaks up 2-point conversion pass as Lockport holds off H-F. ‘Out of this world.’

Central Michigan commit Colton Benaitis becomes safety valve for Lockport. ‘Undefeated with him on the field.’

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Lockport, IL Historic Gaylord Building Wins NEA Grant for New Exhibit

Scoring isn’t the only thing for Lockport’s Trace Schaaf. Those rebounds pay off, too. ‘Get out in transition.’

Lockport, IL - Safety Update: No Threat After Reported School Burglary

Morton baseball recruit Trace Schaaf lives in the present on basketball court for Lockport. ‘Leave my impact.’

Will County sheriff’s police investigate shooting near Fairmont School in Lockport Township

Battered, bruised but not beaten, Lockport’s Andre Labuda leads fierce defensive effort. ‘Just kept fighting.’

Arizona State commit Justin Warlow, Lockport’s three-time state runner-up, looks to next step. ‘A new journey.’

Benet Academy sweeps Lockport to move on to girls volleyball 4A state final

Flying out nowhere, Matt Kies breaks up 2-point conversion pass as Lockport holds off H-F. ‘Out of this world.’

Central Michigan commit Colton Benaitis becomes safety valve for Lockport. ‘Undefeated with him on the field.’

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