Articles filed under Good News
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Top notch: Four Harper students named semifinalists for Jack Kent Cooke Foundation scholarshipMay 07, 2025 11:03 am - Harper College students Bruno Diaz, Wengipreye Indiamaowei, Annette Lee and Priyanka Saroya are among the semifinalists for the Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship, which supports students as they pursue bachelor's degrees.
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Honoring heroes: Scout Daniel Zedan leads Civil War headstone restoration in St. CharlesMay 06, 2025 11:49 pm - On Saturday, May 3, the legacy of 22 Civil War veterans was brought into clearer view thanks to the leadership of Life Scout Daniel Zedan and a dedicated team of volunteers.
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‘I didn’t see this coming’: Wheaton teacher surprised with Golden Apple AwardMay 05, 2025 4:15 pm - James Rowe, a science teacher at Clare Woods Academy in Wheaton, was presented a Golden Apple Award for Excellence in Teaching on Monday.
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‘It’s a real community builder’: More schools are taking part in Bike to School DayMay 05, 2025 10:25 am - Parents organize Bike to School Day events, "bike buses,“ and monthly youth rides to encourage biking for health and community. New safety courses also help kids gain skills and confidence.
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‘The sky is the limit’: Suburban park districts are taking playground redesigns to new heightsMay 03, 2025 12:15 pm - Swings, slides and monkey bars alone don’t cut it anymore, that’s why many suburban park districts are designing modern playgrounds that promote inclusivity, accessibility and creativity for all park visitors.
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‘Groundhog Day’ inn gets another role, this time in upcoming Christmas movie shot in WoodstockMay 02, 2025 10:29 am - Although the Easter Bunny just visited McHenry County, the Cherry Tree Inn in Woodstock recently was decorated for Christmas. The Cherry Tree Inn played host to filming for another holiday movie during the week of April 21.
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A century of family, friends, faith: Elgin woman reflects on 100th birthdayMay 01, 2025 9:40 am - Jan Breitmayer of Elgin recently turned 100 years old. It’s a milestone she says doesn’t deserve any special recognition. “A lot of people get to 100 these days,” she said.
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‘This is totally different’: Itasca hotel offers rappelling experienceApr 30, 2025 4:57 pm - The Westin Chicago Northwest hotel in Itasca has partnered with Over The Edge to offer thrill seekers the chance to rappel down its 12-story building while taking in views of surrounding suburbs.
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Batavia resident's 'Peace on Earth Bridge' song promotes unity, good mental healthApr 30, 2025 3:32 pm - Steve Cohen of Batavia has written a song titled “Peace on Earth Bridge” to highlight the local landmark and spread a message of harmony.
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Lucky ducks: Algonquin officers rescue ducklings from sewer drainApr 30, 2025 8:51 am - Algonquin police officers were able to save nine baby ducklings unharmed after they stumbled into a sewer drain Sunday.