The Cook County Clerk’s Office issued the first marriage license of 2024 to a couple who were wed in a special ceremony after winning the Clerk’s annual marriage lottery contest. Angelica Rodriguez, 30, and Alfonso Arroyo, 28, of Chicago, were married January 2 in a ceremony at the Clerk’s Office in downtown Chicago. The Clerk’s Office received more than 200 entries for the annual marriage license drawing.
"The lottery for the first marriage license is becoming more and more popular each year and we are always so excited to choose a lucky couple,” said Clerk Karen Yarbrough. “We wish the happy couple a lifetime of health and happiness.”
In addition to receiving the first marriage license of 2024, the couple received special gifts donated by several Chicago-area signature establishments including a gourmet steak and lobster dinner gift box provided by Whittingham Meats, a sparkling wine basket provided by Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant, dance lessons provided by Duet Dance Studio, a gift card from Eli’s Cheesecake, a couples cooking lesson provided by The Chopping Block, tickets to a comedy show provided by Laugh Factory Chicago, and flower arrangements provided by LaSalle Flower Group.
Photos from the First Marriage can be found here.
Video of the First Marriage can be found here.
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