Donald Byrd Returns to Dance Center After 24 Years with Spectrum Dance Theater
Bessie Award-winning and Tony-nominated choreographer Donald Byrd returns to Chicago with his company Spectrum Dance Theater, presented by the Dance Center of Columbia College Chicago January 31–February 2, 2019 at the Dance Center, 1306 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago.
Chicago Urban League Receive $1 Million Grant For Infrastructure and Technology Upgrades
The Chicago Urban League recently received a $1 million grant for the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation. The money will be spread out over a 4-year time frame and used to fund infrastructure improvements at the organization’s headquarters, 4510
Cook County in Substantial Compliance of Hiring Practices, Ending Federal Oversight
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle announced recently that Cook County has been found in compliance with the Shakman Consent Decree and will be released from federal oversight.
South South Suburban Basketball Star Drafted into NBA G-League
Former Hillcrest High School and South Suburban College (SSC) men’s basketball star player – Jovan Mooring – was drafted in the first round by the Grand Rapids Drive of the National Basketball Association (NBA) G-League during their annual draft recently. Mooring, a 6’2” Guard, was the 13th pick overall.
Keys to Matteson handed over to volleyball coach
Singing sensation Melinda Bussie, whose stage name is Sandy Redd, was honored by Matteson Mayor Sheila Chalmers-Currin on Saturday for her recent appearance on the TV show The Voice. “We are excited for Sandy because she is one of our on. She is a hometown girl right here in the village of Matteson,” said Chalmers-Currin. “This is my first time giving a resident a key to the village and I am very proud to do so.”
Chicago Author Hosts Book Signing For Release Of Second Novel
D.A. Rhodes, author of Why?, recently hosted a book signing event for the release of her newest novel The Day Hate Stood Still. The new book is a sequel to her first novel and chronicles the difficult life of the Boxx Family.
REWARDS OFFERED FOR MISSING WOMAN LAST SEEN IN THE CHATHAM AREA
“Based on the length of time of Kierra Coles disappearance and the fact that she has fallen off the grid, police suspect possible foul play. We continue to get leads and are following up diligently on those leads,” the Chicago Police Department said in an official statement.
Serena Williams Joins Common For Creative Minds Talk In Chicago
“Serena and Common are philanthropists who are passionate about supporting education, providing resources for victims of violence, and they will continue to fight for equality,” said Leslie Pappas, executive director of the Common Ground Foundation, one of two beneficiaries of this Creative Minds Talk.
Target exit will leave a hole on the South Side
Almost twice a week Toy Whiteurst said she goes to the Target store in Chatham to shop and get some exercise from walking. “This is a big store so you’re going to do a lot of walking if you come here,” said Whiteurst. “I don’t mind all the walking because it’s exercise for me. I love coming here to shop because I get some good deals and I don’t have to leave my neighborhood to spend my money.”
Local Students Win $2,500 At National Entrepreneurship Competition
After competing against student-entrepreneurs in New York City, five young people from Chicago were awarded $2,500 for their business idea, Design AhhJean, at the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship’s (NFTE) national competition.
Improve a Business by Creating 5 Financial Statements and Analyzing Them This Unique Way, Says Financial Education Benefits Center
Many businesses begin with a vision, but many cannot build a financial plan to bridge that vision with reality. The problem may be that entrepreneurs do not understand the financial benefit they get out of a financial plan. Instead of implementing an idea with a solid logical foundation, many entrepreneurs conceive of an idea and then pursue that idea without researching enough to justify it. By shooting from the hip like this, an entrepreneur may be throwing away opportunities for success. If entrepreneurs focus on developing their financial plan before taking immediate action, they may be able to figure out if that action is worth continuing. Financial Education Benefits Center (FEBC), a membership benefits company, offers resources that may help entrepreneurs plan and improve their business.
WEST SIDE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION RELEASES UPDATED QUALITY OF LIFE PLAN
The North Lawndale Community Coordinating Council (NLCCC), in partnership with LISC Chicago and the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning, recently held a community meeting at the Old Saint Patrick’s Auxiliary Auditorium, 625 West Adams St., to unveil an updated Quality of Life Plan for the entire North Lawndale community.
KLEO Center Hosts Annual Fundraiser To Support Community Programs
A Washington Park-based non-profit organization, The KLEO Center, recently hosted their 12th Annual Fundraising Gala at Carnivale in the West Loop. The annual Gala is a major fundraising initiative for the KLEO Center and is essential for raising critical funds to support community programs.
Bank president aims to revitalize the South Side
The new president of Seaway, a division of Self-Help Federal Credit Union, said he is on a mission to help revitalize the South Side through partnerships with nonprofits, elected officials, community stakeholders, and local businesses
CHICAGO’S DOCKLESS BIKE SHARE PILOT PROGRAM IS ALMOST OVER
The City of Chicago’s Dockless Bike Share Pilot Program has been taking place on the far south side, south of 79th Street, since May 1 and will be coming to an end on Nov. 1. Lime, one of the bike share companies that participated in the pilot, is hoping that the City will allow them to stay.
National Organization Gifts Mortgage-Free Home To South Suburban Veteran
A Welcome Home ceremony was recently hosted for Army Specialist Marcus Moore who is the recipient of a customized mortgage-free home in Steger, IL thanks to Building Homes for Heroes. The home was specifically designed for Moore who suffered an injury while serving overseas that led to permanent damage in his ankle.
FIRST GENERATION GHANAIAN AMERICAN HELPS OTHERS CONNECT WITH THEIR AFRICAN ROOTS
Felicia Apprey is a first generation Ghanaian American, born on the south side of Chicago, and the co-founder of The African LIFE. Through The African LIFE and her work as a public relations professional, Apprey is able to foster a learning environment for children and adults to reconnect with their African history and culture.
Newly Organized Advocacy Group Supports Obama Presidential Center In Jackson Park
Nearly a dozen residents from several of the communities surrounding Jackson Park recently came together to organize Southside Neighbors For Hope (SSN4H), an advocacy group in favor of the Obama Presidential Center (OPC) coming to the park.
TWO NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS PARTNERED TO PILOT TECHNOLOGY WORKSHOP FOR GIRLS IN CHICAGO
Deloitte, a national public accounting firm, recently partnered with ChickTech, a national non-profit, to create and pilot the Internet of Things workshop for high school girls. The workshop is being piloted in four different cities, with Chicago being the first, and is designed to expose young women to science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) in a hands-on environment.
