Celebrating A Centenarian, Pickleball Paradise: Good News, Illinois

ACROSS ILLINOIS — Summer has finally arrived, so let's hop on the sunshine bandwagon by celebrating some of the week's best good news stories in Illinois. This time, we'll remember a sweet centenarian, relive a daring well rescue and enjoy other articles that are sure to make you happy.

Romeoville Resident Publishing Second Children's Book

Megan Deliberto will publish "Bruno's Best Birthday" later this summer.

100-Year-Old Evergreen Park Legend Rita McCord Lived A Full Life

She grew up across the street from Al Capone, won an oratory contest in high school, and was a master knitter and orchid whisperer.

Photos Capture Rescue Of Contractor From Well In Orland Park

Images capture the depth of the well and the rescue effort to pull him to safety.

Red, White & Woof!: Send IL Patch Your Patriot Pet Pics

See how to get a patriotic photo of your dog, cat, parrot or ferret featured in Patch's 2023 Fourth of July pet photo roundup.

Pickle Haus Is A 'True Win-Win' For Algonquin, Pickleball Lovers

A facility with 12 pickleball courts, golf simulators and a restaurant is scheduled to open in November in the former Dania Furniture space.

Want to celebrate someone or something that made you smile? Have a Good News, Illinois, story of your own you'd like us to feature? Email lisa.farver@patch.com