LYNETTE D. STOKES, ED.D., NAMED INCOMING SOUTH SUBURBAN COLLEGE PRESIDENT
Dr. Stokes will be the first woman President in SSC’s history. Stokes, currently serving as Vice President of Academic Services at SSC, will officially assume leadership of the college when the current President, Donald Manning, retires on October 1, 2018.
JOS LUC WEEMS COMPETES IN JUNIOR GOLD CHAMPIONSHIPS: 8 Year Old Bowling Sensation!
Jos Weems is eight years old competing in the 12 and Under Boys (U12B) Junior Gold Championships bowling division. The Junior Gold Championships is an annual national tournament for the top male and female youth bowlers in the United States.
Ellene V. Miles Hired As Senior VP Intersectional Marketing
Sony Pictures Entertainment has brought on marketing vet Ellene V. Miles to join the Motion Picture Group’s marketing team in the newly carved out position of SVP Intersectional Marketing. The announcement was made by Andre Caraco, co-president of domestic marketing.
Obama Day Is Coming
Americans have already begun to observe Obama Day on Aug. 4, the former president’s birthday. Every year more and more Americans will join in harmony and togetherness as they put political preferences aside to honor our nation’s first black presidency.
New book provides insight on how to unlock the career of your dreams
“MOST COMPANIES ARE MORE INTERESTED IN DEVELOPING EMPLOYEES TO PERFORM TASKS VERSUS DEVELOPING THE KINDS OF STAFF THAT THINK OUTSIDE OF THE MUNDANE BOX.” MELERICK MITCHELL, AUTHOR
Thornton Township’s July 2018 Annual Stepper’s Family Cook-out and Dance Party A Blast!
Thornton Township President Frank M. Zuccarelli and its Board of Trustees co-hosted the July 2018 World’s Largest Stepper’s Family Cook-out and Dance Party held recently.
DINING ON THE FIVE EXTENDED TO LABOR DAY
Several businesses along 75th Street in Chatham are participating in the second annual Dining on the 5 event hosted by the Greater Chatham Initiative. Several participating restaurants are offering a $5 to $10 special for the duration of the event which has already been extended twice and will now last through Labor Day weekend.
Freedom Trail Hike Explores The History Of Underground Railroad In Illinois
The Little Calumet Underground Railroad Project recently hosted their first Walking the Freedom Trail hike in Beaubien Woods near the Little Calumet River. The hike was led by Tom Shepard and Larry McClellan who walked participants through the woods and told the story of the thousands of escaped slaves that came through the forest on their journey to freedom.
100 Black Men Of Atlanta, Inc. Names Anthony Flynn New Executive Director And Chief Operating Officer
Anthony Flynn is the newly appointed Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the 100 Black Men Of Atlanta, Inc. (The 100), one of the city’s most influential African-American organizations focused on leadership development, educational support, economic empowerment, and health and wellness. In his role as Executive Director and COO, Flynn will oversee the day to day operations, strategic planning, external relations, and fundraising initiatives for The 100.
Universal Music Group To Expand Strategic Operations Within Africa
Universal Music Group (UMG), the world leader in music-based entertainment, recently announced a signifi cant expansion in French-speaking Africa, with the launch of a new strategic division within French-speaking Africa markets with a focus on discovering and supporting local music talent in-order to maximize the commercial opportunities for artists and labels throughout French-speaking Africa to reach audiences globally.
CPL Invites Teens To Imagine Doing More
Chicago Public Library invites teens to participate in the 2018 Teen Summer Challenge, Imagine Doing More!, available now through September 1. CPL challenges teens to make a positive impact in their local environment, individually, in pairs or groups. Teens choose one environment to investigate and change (natural, neighborhood or social-emotional), and one of four possible actions (volunteering, creating campaigns, developing projects or coordinating programs). Learn more at chipublib.org/ImagineAtCPL.
DOGS ON PARADE IN THE SOUTH SUBURBS
The South Suburban Humane Society is currently in the midst of their second annual Dogs on Parade fundraiser. Seventeen dogs were painted this year by community businesses, organizations, and residents to display throughout the Village of Flossmoor from now until September.
Rep. Robin Kelly Honors Winner of Congressional Art Competition
United States Representative Robin Kelly recently invited Taylor Ausley, a local high school student who won the Congressional Art Competition in Illinois’s second district, to come to Washington D.C. and see her winning artwork at the U.S. Capital where it will hang for the next year.
5th Annual Walk Against Violence in Robbins
The Village of Robbins will host Its 5th Annual Walk Against Violence 3K RUN/1.5K WALK, on Saturday, July 21, 2018 from 8a.m. – 12p.m. departing from The Robbins Elk Lodge, 13600 S. Sawyer Ave. in Robbins, Illinois.
CHICAGO PUBLIC SCHOOLS RECEIVES COMMENTS ON PROPOSED $1 BILLION BUDGET
Chicago Public Schools recently released a proposed $1 billion budget and capital plan for the 2019 fiscal year. Following the release of the proposed spending plan, a series of public hearings were held across the city to receive public comment on the massive investment.
WEST SIDE ACTIVIST RECEIVES PEACE RUN TORCH-BEARER AWARD
Longtime Austin resident and community activist, George Lawson, was recently awarded the 2018 Torch-Bearer Award from Sri Chinmoy Oneness-Home Peace Run due to his commitment to community service for over 50 years. Lawson has been part of the Austin Green Team since it’s inception along with many other community benefit organizations on the west side of Chicago
Massage Envy Disrupts the Wellness Category with First-of-its-Kind Body Care Offering, CyMe™ Boost
Massage Envy, the leader in professional massage and skin care, is revolutionizing massage services with the introduction of CyMe™ Boost – a first-of-its-kind collection of skin serums that blend with Massage Envy-branded massage oils and creams to create personalized skin care for the entire body.
Collins: Governor’s Crosscheck veto hurts all Illinoisans
Governor Bruce Rauner has rejected legislation co-sponsored by State Senator Jacqueline Collins (D-Chicago) that would have ended Illinois’ participation in the Crosscheck system.
Arlington Park Race Track Adds More Experiences
A new study reveals that 74 percent of Americans believe having “experiences” is more important than having “stuff”. That statistic includes Baby Boomers and Millennials. Now, Arlington Park in Arlington Heights, wants you to experience Race Day to create memorable moments with family, friends or colleagues.
