Good News, Illinois: Rescued Dogs, 'Unsung Heroine,' More

Chicago IL

12 March, 2021

1:15 PM

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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 best "good news" stories from throughout Illinois. From a pair of dogs who were rescued from an icy pond, to a coronavirus survivor who reunited with the doctor who saved him, we hope these Good News, Illinois, stories bring a smile to your face. 2 Dogs Fall Through Ice, Get Rescued By Bolingbrook Firefighters Lt. Chris Brophy said firefighters arrived at the scene to find 2 dogs about 40 feet out in the pond, unable to get themselves out. COVID Survivor Gets Shot From Doc Who Helped Save Him "To me, working this side of giving vaccine is about the biggest therapy that I could have. Giving him his shot was the ultimate." Volunteers Help Local Seniors Sign Up For Vaccine Appointments The "Vaccination Buddies" program in Lake Forest and Lake Bluff aims to help senior citizens navigate the COVID-19 vaccine sign-up process. Oak Lawn's Sarah Dynia Named 11th District's 'Unsung Heroine' Sarah Dynia, founder of Stuffed Love and soon-to-be medical student, is one of 18 Cook County women to receive Unsung Heroine Award. Lincoln-Way West Varsity Dance Finishes 4th At State Finals "This was anything but an ordinary season," Head Coach Victoria DiNaso told Patch. Have a Good News, Illinois, story of your own? Email it to [email protected] for a chance to be featured.