Girl Earns School's First State Medal In Wrestling; Students Name Snowplows: Good News, Illinois

ILLINOIS — This week's good news roundup is all about local students. Throughout Illinois, we saw inspirational stories that included a wrestler clinching her school's first state medal, a group of kids who named their city's snowplows and scholarships that are helping outstanding students shine.

LHS Senior Earns Lemont Girls’ Wrestling’s First State Medal

O'Connor placed sixth at 125 pounds at the 2026 IHSA Girls' Wrestling State Finals, which were contested on Feb. 27-28.

Park Ridge Students Among 104 Golf Caddies Awarded Full College Scholarships

The housing and tuition grants will support students starting college in fall 2026, according to the Western Golf Association.

With Winter Over, City Of Joliet Holds Contest Letting Students Name 3 City Snowplows

The City of Joliet's Department of Public Works maintains a fleet of 43 snowplows.

Skokie Valley DAR Presents Youth Education Awards To Local Students

Awards were presented for American History essays and Good Citizen qualities to local students.

$500K Raised For Scholarships At North Shore Country Day Benefit

The 2026 Benefit for Scholarships at North Shore Country Day School raised nearly half a million dollars for student access.

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