Articles filed under Good News
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Elgin teacher named Marklund’s 2024 Volunteer of the YearMay 19, 2025 4:44 pm - First inspired by a high school friendship with one of the residents, Alison Smith became an active volunteer with Marklund, offering pet therapy, helping with outings, organizing an egg hunt, and getting her church and her classroom students involved with the nonprofit.
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‘Vivid Creatures’ exhibition inspires connection to nature at Morton ArboretumMay 16, 2025 4:36 pm - The Morton Arboretum’s new “Vivid Creatures” sculpture exhibit brings colorful, playful — and large — creatures all the way from Portland, Oregon.
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Suburban police officers hit the rooftops to raise money for Special OlympicsMay 16, 2025 1:22 pm - Police departments throughout the suburbs collected donations for Special Olympics at local Dunkin’ locations Friday as part of the annual Cop on a Rooftop fundraiser.
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How ACE Awards honor students who’ve overcome challengesMay 16, 2025 5:00 am - Not every student-honors event takes your emotions on a rollercoaster ride, but the ACE Awards breakfast last week hosted by the Tri-Cities Exchange Club did just that.
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Carol Stream senior living community becomes ‘Mary Land’ to salute 50-year employeeMay 15, 2025 4:38 pm - Carol Stream resident Mary Anselmo is celebrating her 50 years as property manager at Colony Park, a senior living community in Carol Stream.
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$500K project cleans up Geneva Creek, restores GrottoMay 14, 2025 9:58 pm - The historic Geneva Grotto on public land was restored after years of disrepair. Nearby Geneva Creek was also stabilized after erosion, overgrowth and pollution issues. The area is now a peaceful spot for reflection.
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‘Like Charlie’s Angels showed up’: Geneva police rescue ducklings from storm sewerMay 14, 2025 9:35 pm - Russ Roschman: ‘This act of kindness is just as important as catching bank robbers, at least to the community they serve’ Russ Roschman was taking his Australian s...
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Role reversal: Young patients sign autographs for Cubs players at Wrigley FieldMay 14, 2025 6:39 pm - The Friendly Confines proved particularly friendly Wednesday for five young patients who’ve battled serious illnesses. They took part in a “reverse autograph signing” experience made possible by the Chicago Cubs and Advocate Health Care at Wrigley Field.
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DuPage Forest Preserve District volunteer honored with Governor’s AwardMay 14, 2025 4:02 pm - Bolingbrook resident Bruce Kulik becomes the first Forest Preserve District of DuPage County volunteer to receive prestigious 2025 Governor’s Volunteer Service Award.
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‘It’s just so beautiful’: Gail Borden Library in Elgin unveils newly reimagined KidSpaceMay 13, 2025 1:26 pm - The Gail Borden Public Library unveiled its newly reimagined KidSpace area on Tuesday in Elgin.