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Hurt Eagle Saved; Teacher Shares Power Of Poetry: Good News, Illinois

The story of an injured eagle on the road to recovery is just one of the Patch good news articles we hope will make your spirit soar.

An eagle with an injured wing was rescued from a "heavily wooded area" and is on the road to recovery, Patch Editor Amie Schaenzer writes.
An eagle with an injured wing was rescued from a "heavily wooded area" and is on the road to recovery, Patch Editor Amie Schaenzer writes. (Flint Creek Rehabilitation Center )

ILLINOIS — Oscar dreams, poetry power and mended wings are among the themes of this week's Good News, Illinois roundup. As spring peeks around the corner and birds chirp gaily, we hope these stories serve to further lift your spirits!

Latin Grammy Winner Opens Mexican Restaurant In Aurora

The restaurant on Aurora's east side specializes in Mexican soups, including menudo and posole.

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Power Of Poetry Inspires Teaching Of Neuqua Valley Golden Apple Finalist

English teacher Gillian Schneider is one of 30 finalists for the Golden Apple Excellence in Teaching Award.

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And The Oscar May Go To … Richards Alum Jeff Hermann

Jeff Hermann, a 1986 graduate of Richards High School, is up for best animated feature in Sunday's Academy Awards for "The Wild Robot."

Bald Eagle With Broken Wing Rescued

The eagle has been brought to Flint Creek Rehabilitation Center in Barrington where it's recovering, officials said Tuesday.

Beverly Native Grace McKee Named 2025 South Side Irish Parade Queen

Grace McKee is a member of the McKee family, known for their multi-generational association with the Chicago Stockyard Kilty Band.

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

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