Skills For Chicagoland’s Future Hosts Annual Employment Champion Breakfast
Skills for Chicagoland’s Future recently hosted its fourth annual Employment Champions Breakfast to celebrate the placement of more than 5,500 Chicagoland residents in open jobs.
Chicago Football Classic Founder Hopes To Fill Soldier Field In Coming Years
For 21 years the Chicago Football Classic has been hosting Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) for a special football game at Soldier field and an HBCU college fair. The founder of the event, Larry Huggins, recently came by the Citizen Newspaper’s offices to sit down and discuss the history of the event, the robust scholarship program, and what he has envisioned for the future of the event.
STARS OF THE INDUSTRY AND ANNUAL TOURISM AWARDS PRESENTED IN CHICAGO SOUTHLAND
The Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau recently hosted their Annual Meeting and Awards Luncheon at the Tinley Park Convention Center. During the event, the 2018 Stars of the Industry Award and Annual Tourism Award Winners were recognized for their outstanding service in the hospitality and tourism industry during Fiscal Year 2018.
The Nature Conservancy of Illinois Hosts Awe of Nature Festival In South Suburbs
The Nature Conservancy in partnership with the Cook County Forest Preserves and The City of Markham recently hosted the first Awe of Nature Festival at the Midlothian Meadows Forest Preserve located on 15440 S. Pulaski Rd. The goal of the festival was to connect visitors to nature and showcase the Illinois Prairies.
Economic Development Grant Announced to Create “Smart Roads”
Congresswoman Robin Kelly recently announced the Chicago Southland Economic Development Corporation has been awarded a $60,700 federal grant to plan an applied research center for testing new technologies that will improve freight movements by creating “smart roads” throughout the south suburban region.
City and Community Leaders Discuss The Perception Versus The Reality Of Crime in Chicago
The City Club of Chicago recently hosted a panel discussion about crime in Chicago and how the perception of crime in the city differs from the reality. The panel included the voices of Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson, Chicago journalist Mary Mitchell, and community activist Father Michael Pfleger.
Danielle Brown has been elected the 26th national president of Jack and Jill of America, Inc.
"I'm humbled by the great opportunity to serve as the 26th National President of Jack and Jill of America, Inc..," Mrs. Brown said. "Opportunities have never been greater for children of color, yet at the same time, they continue to face challenges that have plagued generations before them. The purpose of our organization has always been to equip our children with the tools needed not just to get by in America, but to succeed, to thrive, to lead and to serve in the 21st century. I'm looking forward to continuing the great work done by my predecessors in this regard."
Dr. Ingleton’s Skin Essentials to Survive any Underarm Issue
Constant ripping and pulling coarse hair from the skin, creates friction and makes your underarms susceptible to inflammation, ingrown hairs and darker skin. The skin can have an inflammatory reaction, which stimulates pigment-making cells to generate more pigment and make the skin darker.
Ford Motor Company is Seeking Unsung Heroes in the Chicago Area
• Ford Freedom Unsung program kicks off to celebrate individuals who went above and beyond in the Chicago area • Call for nominations due Oct. 24; special awards ceremony to be held on Nov. 15 • Ford and its dealers have committed more than $3.5 million dollars in program support in Chicago since 2008
KANYE WEST VISITS CHICAGO TO EXPLORE REOPENING THE AVALON REGAL THEATER
Alderman of Chicago’s 8th Ward, Michelle Harris, recently met with Kanye West and Jerald Gary, owner of the Avalon Regal Theater, to discuss how the three of them can work together to achieve their common goal of reopening Chicago’s Landmark Avalon Regal Theater and kick-start the revitalization of 79th Street and the surrounding communities.
Powering The Arts Program Awards Grants To Non-Profit Arts Organizations
The League of Chicago Theatres recently partnered with ComEd to create the Powering Arts Program which awarded grants of up to $10,000 to 17 Arts Organizations in Northern Illinois. Each grantee will utilize the money to support projects that expand access to arts and cultural offerings for underserved audiences in their communities.
Major Anti-bullying Conference & Youth Peace Rally Planned at CSU
In a major move to combat bullying and violence, a one-day Anti-Bullying Conference and Youth Peace rally will be held at Chicago State University (CSU) on November 2nd, 2018 at 8:00 AM.
Small And Mid-Size Business Owners Feel A Slight Chill In The Air
Historic optimism about the national economy from the spring (50 percent) chilled slightly this fall (40 percent), but remains well above fall 2017 (29 percent), according to the PNC Economic Outlook, a semiannual telephone survey of small and middle-market business owners and executives. Four out of 10 business leaders described their outlook for the national economy as optimistic, the second-highest rating in the 15-year survey.
Dapper Dan & Gucci On The Cover Of Surface Magazine
Surface magazine, the American authority on global contemporary design, presents an in-depth cover story on legendary fashion designer and couturier Dapper Dan. The story can be found inside Surface 's 2018 Fashion Issue, available through the new subscription portal at SurfaceMag.com, now featuring Apple Pay integration.
Eager applicants flock to community job fair
A recent jobs fair hosted by a South Side church attracted more than 100 applicants from the Chicago area including some as far away as Indiana, whose goal was to secure new opportunities to provide for their families.
Power Profiler on Rene-Syler
René Syler, former co-anchor of CBS News’ The Early Show, joined Susan G. Komen as an Ambassador in January 2007, after years of volunteering for the organization and supporting various events as emcee, activist and educator.
Keranique Announces Charitable Partnership with HairToStay for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Keranique®, the Women's Hair Growth Experts™, recently announced a new partnership with national nonprofit organization, HairToStay, as part of their mission to restore the confidence in women who experience hair loss.
YMCA OF METRO CHICAGO EXPANDS YOUTH SAFETY AND VIOLENCE PREVENTION PROGRAM
The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago recently received a $1 million grant from the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority and funding from the federal Victims of Crime Act Community Violence Program that will allow them to expand their Youth Safety and Violence Prevention (YSVP) initiative to the Woodlawn and South Shore communities as wells as broaden mental health services throughout the city.
After School Matters Annual Gala Highlights Chicago’s Teens
Nearly 800 civic, corporate and community leaders attended the After School Matters Annual Gala on Monday, September 24 at the Wintrust Arena to celebrate a banner year of successfully providing after-school and summer programs for Chicago teenagers. This year, After School Matters reached more than 18,000 Chicago teenagers who participated in the organization’s programs, which encourage youth to explore and develop their talents while gaining critical skills for work, college and beyond.
