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Trace Austin, Recording Artist/Actor, Grandson of Otis Williams from The Temptations Releases New Single “My Story”
Trace Austin, the grandson of the Temptations’ legendary Otis Williams, has released a new single, “My Story,” which was written by Trace Austin and produced by Byron Dorris, AKA Scotty. Trace recently launched his own 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, Together All Protected, in October to coincide with National Bullying Prevention Month The (TAP) organization will raise awareness about bullying in the community and provide resources such as mental health services, parent support groups, suicide prevention, self-defense classes, creative arts programs for musicians, alternative programs (schools) for minority youth, the LGBT community, and foster children.
Urban Growers Collective co-founder to receive Honorary Degree
Erika Allen has been living her Master’s Degree Thesis and working in community operated food systems to create agency for 20 years. Allen is the co-founder of Urban Growers Collective, president of Green ERA Educational NFP and co-owner of Green Era Sustainability Partners. On Saturday, Dec. 10th, Allen received an Honorary Ph.D. in Public Health from the University of Illinois Chicago.
University of Chicago Highlighted in French State Visit to United States
On Wednesday, Nov. 30, during French President Emmanuel Macron’s state visit to the US, the University of Chicago (UChicago) and the French National Center for Scientific Research (CNRS) signed an agreement at the French Embassy in Washington, DC to establish the International Research Center for Fundamental Scientific Discovery (IRC Discovery), a new collaboration that will bring together some of the world’s leading researchers to collaborate on answering the biggest questions of our time.
Museum of Ice Cream’s legen-dairy Pinkmas celebration is back with new ways to celebrate
Museum of Ice Cream’s annual Pinkmas celebration runs through Monday, Jan. 9. Visitors will add a little sprinkle of joy to their holiday as they embark on a magical journey across more than 13,000 square feet of delicious treats, festive crafts, a larger-than-life snow globe, and much more!
PRSA Chicago Expands Michelle Flowers Diversity Fellowship for 2023
The Chicago Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA Chicago), one of the country’s largest chapters, is proud to open applications for the third annual Michelle Flowers Diversity Fellowship. Established in 2020, the initiative was created to grow the pipeline of upcoming multicultural talent in the field of public relations and communications.
Sen. Warnock’s Victory Is a Win for Georgia and America
If you haven’t watched Sen. Raphael Warnock’s speech on the night of his reelection in Georgia on December 6, stop everything you’re doing, and watch it now. Then tell your kids to watch it. And your neighbors.
CHANCE THE RAPPER & SOCIALWORKS KICKS OFF ITS 4TH ANNUAL “A NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM”
Chance the Rapper is ushering in the holidays with the announcement of SocialWorks’ 4th Annual A Night at the Museum Event taking place from 6 to 10 p.m. Friday, December 16th, at the Museum of Science and Industry, 5700 DuSable Lake Shore Drive. At ‘A Night at the Museum’ (ANATM), SocialWorks and Chance the Rapper reimagine the Museum of Science and Industry as a holiday wonderland. Guests will engage with 50+ event-only vendors, activations, performers, unique Chance opportunities, SocialWorks’ updates, and explore the 400K square foot museum and its exhibits after hours.
State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Returns $15,328 to Lutheran Social Services of Illinois
An early holiday gift is being delivered to Lutheran Social Services of Illinois. The Des Plaines-based non-profit social services organization is receiving $15,328 in unclaimed cash that was surrendered to Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs’ office, which is responsible for safeguarding unclaimed property.
Ivy Hall sets itself apart from other cannabis dispensaries
In November, Ivy Hall opened. The Cannabis Dispensary, which is the State’s first social equity cannabis dispensary, it is located at 1720 N. Damen in Chicago.
Steve and Sheila Conner, Founders of Heph Foundation Black couple wins $1.2 M grant to reimagine STEM education
The HEPH Foundation, an education-focused foundation, is proud to announce that it has been awarded a $1.2 Million grant to support its commitment to learners. The grant is provided by the How We Learn Fund, a fund administered by the Oak Park-River Forest Community Foundation.
BLACK & LATINO EXCELLENCE INVESTMENT SUMMIT 2023 OPEN TO APPLICANTS
To be eligible for the Black & Latino Excellence Investment Summit, the business must operate in the retail, light manufacturing and/or professional services industries; have more than $250,000 in annual revenue; be in business for a minimum of three years and identify a clear growth and development opportunity that requires capital investment; and those business are on the South or West sides, or a are interested in locating a business on the South or West sides.
Homeowners: Are you missing exemptions on your property tax bill?
COOK COUNTY – As homeowners in Cook County receive their 2021 Second Installment Tax Bills (tax bill) in the mail they are encouraged to look at the bottom left corner to ensure that the correct exemption(s) are applied.
Business owner and Harvey resident is running for Mayor
Anthony McCaskill’s first memory of being involved in politics was when he was 11-years old passing out flyers. Since then, he has lived a life of public service, from serving in the Village of Dixmoor, the Harvey Park District and the Harvey Public Library District.
Dolton 149 Board Appoints Mercedes Francisco to Fill Vacant Seat
South suburban Dolton School District 149’s Board of Education voted this week to appoint Calumet City resident Mercedes Francisco to a vacant seat on the seven-member panel.
