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SGA, STEM NOLA PARTNER WITH NATIONAL MEDICAL ASSOCIATION AND OCHSNER FOR STEM FEST, ENGAGING OVER 600 PEOPLE
STEM Global Action (SGA) and its leading affiliate, STEM NOLA, hosted a STEM Fest presented by The National Medical Association (NMA) and powered by Ochsner. The free three-hour event engaged over 600 K-12 students and caregivers, college and professional volunteers, and elected officials. The event was held at the Hyatt Regency in New Orleans during the NMA 2023 Annual Convention and Scientific Assembly.
Rep. Robin Kelly Highlights Agricultural, Nutrition Assistance Priorities on District Farm Tour
As Members of Congress returned home for the August district work period, Congresswoman Robin Kelly (IL-02) embarked on a comprehensive tour of farms, businesses, and health care facilities in the rural areas of her district.
Gov. Pritzker Signs Legislation Expanding Youth Access to Prosthetics Care
Governor JB Pritzker signed SB 2195, also known as the “So Kids Can Move” initiative, which will allow thousands of children and youth with limb loss or limb difference to afford prosthetic care that enables them to participate in physical activities. This legislation makes Illinois just the fourth state in the nation to pass this act.
BLACK CHAMBER MUSIC ENSEMBLE FOUNDER RECOGNIZED BY THE OBAMA FOUNDATION
Kori Coleman is the founder of D-Composed, a Black Chamber music ensemble. She started it after she attended a Classical music concert that highlighted the music of Black composers in 2017. Throughout her entire music career, she had never been exposed to a Black composer. Throughout her youth, she played oboe and violin.
‘THE OTHER SIDE OF CHICAGO’ SHOWS POSITIVE ASPECTS OF CHICAGO
A documentary depicting the positive aspects and resilience of the Black community has been making the rounds. “The Other Side of Chicago” is a documentary that was created by the Annie B. Jones Civic Arts Center. On Wednesday, Aug. 9th, the film was shown at Emagine Theatre, located at 210 W. 87th St.
NEW EV PREAPPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM AIMS TO CREATE DIVERSE PIPELINE TO EV INDUSTRY
HIRE360 and ComEd have partnered to create a pre-apprenticeship program that is meant to be a pipeline to develop diverse talent and grow the Electric Vehicle Industry in Illinois.
DIVERSITY EQUITY AND INCLUSION THOUGHT LEADER TALKS ABOUT ‘WHAT’S THE DEIL’
Natalie E. Norfus is a thought leader in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. She is the founder and managing owner of The Norfus Firm and co-host of “What’s the DEIL” podcast.
MALIK YUSEF RETURNS TO CHICAGO TO PERFORM AT CITY WINERY
Malik Yusef started doing poetry and it led to him doing other things. He had some breaks and had some things happen because he was doing poetry. He never thought he would get rich off poetry.
RICH TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR CALVIN JORDAN AND OVER 200 SENIORS TRAVELTO LUXURY WISCONSIN RESORT
Rich Township Supervisor Calvin Jordan recently led over 200 seniors and staff to the Grand Geneva Resort in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin as part of a full scale three-day recreational outing.
Congress, Extend the Affordable Connectivity Program to Keep Black Households Online
Millions of children across the nation will be able to do their homework at home during the upcoming school year, thanks to strong leaders on both sides of the aisle who recognize that broadband has become a necessity. But that could soon end if Congress doesn’t quickly take action.
CHICAGO ALDERMANIC BLACK CAUCUS RESPONDS TO APPOINTMENT OF CPD CHIEF LARRY SNELLING TO SUPERINTENDENT
The Chicago Aldermanic Black Caucus are expressing their collective optimism at the recent appointment of Chicago Area 2 Deputy Police Chief Larry Snelling as the next Superintendent of the Chicago Police Department.
The Englewood Back to School Parade and The South Side Neighborhood Gospel Fest Celebrate The Englewood Community
The Englewood Back To School Parade and The South Side Neighborhood Gospel Festival offers an entire day of celebration for the Englewood community on August 19th from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM at Ogden Park, 6500 S. Racine, Chicago IL 60636.
State’s investment in infrastructure makes the road ahead bright for Illinois
For more than 200 years, Illinois’ strength has been rooted in making connections. With its major metropolitan area of Chicago and its surrounding suburbs right in the middle of the Heartland, the Prairie State helps millions every day make the connections that matter. Our economy thrives from our intricate network of rail, roads, airways and ports that connect the coasts and all points in between. With every vehicle traveling that network around the clock, millions of families have better lives and support each other everywhere they go.
Join The Monarch Awards Foundation, Inc. As We Uplift Our Local Community and Empower Our Families
The Monarch Awards Foundation, Inc. presents the 17th Community Expo featuring the 33rd Annual Music and Arts Explosion. We are excited to host the Englewood community as we prepare for the start of the 2023-2024 school year. There will be free bookbags, free haircuts, free food, health services, line dancing, interactive games, face painting, raffle prizes, a financial seminar, cooking classes for adults, a kids paint and punch, and so much more. The event will take place on Saturday, August 19th, 2023, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at The Montessori School of Englewood, 6936 S Hermitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60636, USA.
