From Trib Local: Students and faculty from the Joliet Junior College Honors Program are hosting a Backpack and School Supplies fundraiser benefiting local foster children and One Hope United. “We believe that every child in our community deserves access to a quality education, and with your support, we can help these children,” said Al Golden, honors program coordinator. Donations are being accepted until Aug. 15. Donation boxes are on the college’s campus, 1215 Houbolt Road in Joliet. For more information, call Liz Costa, 815-280-2816. Read more here.