Mom & Daughter Go Extra Mile, Record Store Recap: Good News, Illinois

ACROSS ILLINOIS — It's time to unwind your tension and stretch the corners of your spirit into a smile with our weekly roundup of some of our favorite good news stories in Illinois. This week, you'll learn about a mother and daughter who are going the extra mile(s) together, an all-out celebration for Record Store Day and other grin-inducing tales.

Best Elder Ballers In Evanston To Qualify For National Senior Games

More than 300 senior athletes are due to take part in the 3rd annual "Hoops for the Ages" senior tournament Saturday in Evanston.

Celebrating Body And Mind: Glenview Mother-Daughter Ready For Race

Kristen Slamar and her mother, Gail, who is battling cancer, competed in a half-marathon this weekend at the University of Illinois.

Record Store Culture Celebrated At Beverly Records

Crate diggers gathered at Beverly Records for Record Store Day, celebrating the special role indie record shops play in their communities.

Entourage Sets Sights On Summer Opening In Downers Grove

The team behind Vai's and Entourage in Naperville bring an inventive restaurant and bar concept with a focus on fresh, from-scratch cuisine.

New Trier Triumphs In State Science Olympiad, Heads To Nationals

New Trier secured its first state title since 2018, narrowly defeating Stevenson High School at Saturday's state championship.

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