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Rad Mullet, Million-Dollar Jackpot, More: Good News, Illinois

See why one Joliet boy is vying for mullet glory and how one local raffle got to be worth more than $1 million in this good news roundup.

See why one Joliet boy is vying for mullet glory and how one local raffle got to be worth more than $1 million in this good news roundup.
See why one Joliet boy is vying for mullet glory and how one local raffle got to be worth more than $1 million in this good news roundup. (courtesy of Jasmine Aron)

ILLINOIS — We dare you not to grin at this week's roundup of stories that shed the spotlight on rad mullets, mad jackpots, fab hotels, ice cream deals and more throughout Illinois.

MULLET ALERT: Channahon Boy, 2, Competes In USA National Contest

They've been growing son Axell's hair out to be a part of the USA National Mullet contest, his mother said in an email to Patch.

Find out what's happening in Downers Grovefor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Deer Path Inn Ranked 66th Best Hotel In World, No. 1 Midwest Resort Hotel For 2024

Fuse'd is the newest concept from the Major Threat Restaurant Group, which also operates Khaos Brewcade, Craft'd and Chop'd in Plainfield.

Find out what's happening in Downers Grovefor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Joker Kills The Board In Park Lawn Queen Of Hearts, Jackpot Hits $1M

It's a whole new game in the Park Lawn Queen of Hearts Raffle with a $1,014,055 jackpot. Tickets on sale now for the July 24 pull.

Here’s The Scoop On National Ice Cream Day 2024 Deals In IL

In Chicago, The Museum of Ice Cream is marking the day with an "unforgettable celebration."

Fuse'd Opens In Plainfield: 'Embark On A Culinary Odyssey'

Fuse'd is the newest concept from the Major Threat Restaurant Group, which also operates Khaos Brewcade, Craft'd and Chop'd in Plainfield.

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