Best Summer Jobs + Cancer Survivor Beats Infertility + Lotto Win: MD Good News

MARYLAND — Maryland has a new Chipotle. Plus, a woman beat cancer and overcame infertility thanks to the generosity of strangers.

A 17-year-old author shared her book about grief, and a man won $1 million in the lottery. Other stories highlighted the secret to a long life, high-achieving student musicians, a renovated playground and a job hub.

Here are our happiest headlines of the week:

Chipotle Opens Restaurant With Drive-Through

Chipotle just opened its 105th restaurant in Maryland and its 11th in Anne Arundel County. This one has a drive-through.

Cervical Cancer Survivor Desperate To Be A Mom Blessed By Strangers

A woman and cervical cancer survivor's journey to motherhood was made possible by the generosity of strangers, People says.

Author Shares Book About Overcoming Grief With Students

Lucy Mettler, a 17-year-old author from South Carolina, shared her new book with Montgomery Knolls Elementary School students.

$1M Winning Scratch-Off Ticket Cements Retirement For Winner

A man has won $1 million on a scratch-off ticket that he plans to save for his retirement.

Secret To Longevity Shared By Motivated 94-Year-Old Grandma

A grandmother, at age 94, has shared her secret for longevity. She also inspired one man to keep a Bel Air fitness club alive.

HCPSS Musicians To Perform With Carnegie Hall’s National Orchestra

Four HCPSS musicians will perform with Carnegie Hall's National Youth Orchestra this summer across the U.S. and overseas.

Annie's Playground Reopens Wednesday With Special Celebration

Annie's Playground has been renovated and will reopen Wednesday with a special celebration starting at 4 p.m. at Edgeley Grove Park.

6th Best Place In U.S. To Find Summer Job Sits In MD: Study

A study has revealed this Howard County community happens to be the 6th best place in the U.S. to find a summer job.

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