New ACR Breast Cancer Screening Guidelines call for earlier and more-intensive screening for high-risk women
New American College of Radiology® (ACR®) breast cancer screening guidelines now call for all women — particularly Black and Ashkenazi Jewish women — to have risk assessment by age 25 to determine if screening earlier than age 40 is needed. The ACR continues to recommend annual screening starting at age 40 for women of average risk, but earlier and more intensive screening for high-risk patients. The new ACR guidelines for high-risk women were published online May 3 in the Journal of the American College of Radiology (JACR).
Culver’s Offers Single Scoop of Fresh Frozen Custard for $1 Donation on May 4
On May 4, Culver’s guests can get a single scoop of Fresh Frozen Custard in exchange for a $1 donation to local FFA chapters and other agricultural education organizations as part of the ninth annual Scoops of Thanks Day fundraiser. To celebrate the occasion with guests, Culver’s is making the day even sweeter with an exclusive, one-day-only flavor of Fresh Frozen Custard: How Now Brown Cow!
'Act Your Age' becomes a top-three new comedy of the season, summer run set to premiere June 3 on Bounce TV
Bounce, the popular broadcast and multi-platform entertainment network serving African Americans, announced today that its new hit series "Act Your Age" will return on Saturday, June 3 with two all-new episodes back-to-back starting at 8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT. The premieres kick off the second half of the 16-episode first season of "Act Your Age," running weekly on Saturday nights through the summer. Video here.
Storm Reid's Latest Pacsun The ArashiBlu Collection Styles Pop with Color for Spring 2023
Pacsun announced the newest drop in collaboration with actress, producer and current USC student, Storm Reid under her notable Storm Reid x Pacsun The ArashiBlu Collection, offering bold and bright styles for Spring 2023. Initially released in July 2021, Reid's swimwear line is representative of the designer's breadth of creativity and knack for detail, with each iteration presenting fresh features and silhouettes.
HANNA ANDERSSON APPOINTS DAVIDA LINDSAY-BELL AS HEAD OF PEOPLE & INCLUSION
Leading premium, sustainable children's apparel brand, Hanna Andersson, announced that Davida Lindsay-Bell has joined the company as Head of People & Inclusion. Lindsay-Bell brings over 20 years of People Strategy experience to lead the organization as it continues building a culture that supports the brand's mission for years to come.
Operation HOPE CEO John Hope Bryant joins Clark Atlanta University and PNC for National Center for Entrepreneurship Launch
Clark Atlanta University's (CAU) School of Business hosted its first Entrepreneur Scholar-in-Residence, John Hope Bryant for a fireside chat in partnership with PNC Bank. The event marked the launch of PNC's National Center for Entrepreneurship. Bryant's new post aims to help CAU serve as an incubator for developing the next generation of leaders at the Historically Black College and University (HBCU). Bryant is a serial entrepreneur, philanthropist and the founder of Operation HOPE, the nation's largest non-profit dedicated to financial literacy.
Hyde Park Summer Fest Set for June 17th and 18th
The Hyde Park Summer Fest is coming back this summer. The event will take place Saturday-Sunday, June 17th and 18th, at the Midway Plaisance. There were 25,000 people in attendance at last year’s two-day event. It was the first year Hyde Park Summer Fest was a ticketed event.
Every Child has the Right to Learn to Read
As a parent, do you think your child is reading at grade level? The Learning Heroes' National Parent Survey, conducted annually since 2016, consistently found that many parents tend to overestimate their child's academic performance, including their reading levels.
DEEPLY ROOTED APPOINTS MAKEDA CRAYTON EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR JOINING ARTISTIC DIRECTOR NICOLE CLARKE-SPRINGER
Deeply Rooted Dance Theater, and its parent organization, Deeply Rooted Productions, have commenced 2023 with significant developments in its evolution, as the organization continues to grow as one of Chicago’s premier dance institutions. Now under the leadership of Nicole Clarke-Springer, artistic director since fall 2019, and, as of January 1, Makeda Crayton as executive director, Deeply Rooted is one of Chicago’s only major dance companies led by two Black women.
Peace, Unity & Love Tour inspires young people
Doctors, crime prevention practitioners and community organizations are coming together to implement strategies to stop gun violence and help those young people who are most at risk. To recognize Youth Violence Prevention Week; Project Outreach & Prevention, along with Positive Approach to Teen Health, Friendly Temple COGIC and the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency, hosted the Peace, Unity & Love Tour.
Non For Profit Tax Preparation Organization Provides Low-Income Start-Up Businesses A Platform to Experience Entrepreneurship
Free For You Services is taking a stance against poverty excited to have by holding its first STANCE (Striving To Advance Negative Community Environments) Charity Fashion Show on May 7, 2023, from 4:30 PM -7:30 PM at the Chicago Theatre Works: 1113 Belmont Ave. Chicago, IL 60657.
COMMISSIONER DONNA MILLER, COOK COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE ANNOUNCE ORDINANCE PROHIBITING SALE OF FLAVORED LIQUID NICOTINE PRODUCTS IN COOK COUNTY
Ahead of Thursday’s board meeting, Commissioner Miller, Cook County Sheriff’s Office, Cook County Department of Public Health, and advocates urged passage of ordinance to protect youth health
The Surge Institute Founder Carmita Semaan recognized as a Luminary by 1954 Project
Carmita Semaan founded the Surge Institute in 2015, with a mission to amplify and educate Black and Brown leaders in education to prepare them for senior and executive roles. With the Surge Institute, Semaan is working against the great discrepancy between who youth serving organizations serve versus the leadership in those institutions. Semaan wants to ensure there are more people who have shared experiences and are connected with the community. People that are in positions of power and influence, in order for more sustainable outcomes, opportunities and progress for young people.
Mayor-Elect of Park Forest wants to revitalize businesses in the Village
Joseph Woods was always interested in politics, he gravitated toward the public service aspect of it. It started off with him running for the Library Board. It was during the time he was looking for ways to give back, as well as use his expertise as a writer and Poet Laureate. While he was doing writing workshops to teach children the importance of writing, he decided to run for Library Trustee. Then, he ran for Village Trustee.
U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Federal Student Aid Awards New Contracts
The U.S. Department of Education’s (Department’s) office of Federal Student Aid (FSA) announced it has signed contracts with five companies to modernize and enhance loan servicing for more than 37 million borrowers with federally managed loans. Central Research, Inc.; EdFinancial Services; Maximus Education, LLC; Missouri Higher Education Loan Authority (MOHELA); and Nelnet Diversified Solutions received contracts today through the Unified Servicing and Data Solution (USDS) solicitation and will implement much-needed improvements to better serve borrowers. This new loan servicing environment is part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s sweeping efforts to improve the student loan repayment system and help all borrowers successfully manage their debt.
Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Sets Online Auction of Unclaimed Property
Collectible coins, currency, fine silver and jewelry are among the more than 200 unclaimed property items to be auctioned online through May 5th. “We hold these auctions when we need additional space in our vault,” said Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs, whose office oversees unclaimed property in Illinois. “We choose items that typically have not been touched in about 10 years and that would make an interesting gift.”
Youth Internship Program gives students hands-on experience
The University of Chicago is set to accept students into its Youth Internship Program. Students who are interested in health sciences, computer sciences or IT services are encouraged to apply. The University of Chicago launched the Youth Internship Program in 2021 to provide paid employment opportunities for Chicago Public high school students who live on the South Side of Chicago. The mission of the program is for students to gain a stronger peer network, prepare and expose them to college and career options. Students have access to guest speakers at the University, as well as to professional development activities. The hope is that access will enable them to be more successful in the internship experience.
CITY OF CHICAGO ANNOUNCES INAUGURAL CHICAGO POET LAUREATE AVERY R. YOUNG
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot, in partnership with the Chicago Public Library (CPL), the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE), and the Poetry Foundation, proudly named avery r. young as the inaugural Chicago Poet Laureate. An award-winning poet, educator, composer, performer, and producer, young’s work spans the genres of music, performance, visual arts and literature. He is a co-director of The Floating Museum, Cave Canem fellow, Leader for a New Chicago 2022 awardee, and performer with his band, de deacon board. With more than two decades as a teaching artist, he has mentored generations of young poets. His poetry and prose are featured in several anthologies and periodicals. In the foreword of his most recent book, neckbone: visual verses, Theaster Gates called young, “one of our greatest living street poets.”
