Good News, Illinois: Sox Impersonator, 'Revolutionary' Rabbi

Chicago IL

07 October, 2021

3:43 PM

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ACROSS ILLINOIS — A little bit of good news can go a long way. We at Illinois Patch created this roundup of the week's best "good news" articles to celebrate the stories that make us smile. From a seven-year-old boy who met a White Sox player he impersonates, to a rabbi and deaf congregation that inspired a web series, we hope these Good News, Illinois, stories brighten your day! Boy, 7, Plays Catch With White Sox Pitcher He Impersonates "Dear Liam Hendriks, I strike a lot of people out when I pitch like you," the boy wrote to the player. Rainbow Sessions Memorializes Pets Through Photography A Frankfort resident is offering free end of life pet photography to help bring closure and happy memories to those about to lose a pet. A Whirlwind Journey For La Grange Woman She gets to go to the nation's capital because of her military service. 'Revolutionary' Skokie Rabbi Of Deaf Congregation Inspires Series Rabbi Douglas Goldhamer of Congregation Bene Shalom has dedicated his career to integrating the deaf community into Judaism. Lake Forest College Lineman Named Semifinalist For Campbell Award "Senior Jamari Tansmore is nominated for the prestigious award, which recognizes "the absolute best football scholar-athlete in the nation." 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 [email protected].