Good News, Illinois: 99th Birthday, Polar Plunge, More

ACROSS ILLINOIS — These days it might seem like there's nothing but bad news out there. That's why we created this roundup of the week's cheeriest news stories from across Illinois. From students taking a virtual Polar Plunge to a woman celebrating her 99th birthday, we hope these Good News, Illinois, stories brighten your day.

Students Take Virtual Polar Plunge For Special Olympics

Marist High School students run through a polar cannon for Special Olympics Chicago/Special Children's Charities virtual 'Polar Plunge.'

Classic Cinemas To Reopen IL Theaters April 15

Classic Cinemas CEO Chris Johnson said he's looking forward to seeing "the happy faces of people getting out and getting back to normal."

OLCHS Junior Jeremy Gravelle Shatters 47-Year-Old Diving Record

Oak Lawn Community High School diver shatters record set in 1974, as well as a Stagg diving record.

Pop-Up Pantry To Feed Hundreds Saturday In Montgomery

The Aurora Area Interfaith Food Pantry is set to host a pop-up pantry Saturday morning in Montgomery's Austin Park.

Orland Park Woman Celebrates 99th Birthday

Florence Janega, resident of Charter Senior Living in Orland Park, turned 99-years-old on Thursday. Her advice for a happy life, "be good."

Chicago's United Center Will Open For Mass Vaccinations March 10

"Someday — not too far from now — we will be at the United Center not for a lifesaving shot but for a game-winning shot," Pritzker said.

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