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ADVOCATE AUROURA HEALTHCARE SUPPORT THOSE THAT SAYS YES TO STOP SMOKING AND LUNG SCREENING DURING THE GREAT AMERICAN SMOKEOUT
As we gear up for the Great American Smokeout, Sharon Patterson, 66, a former Advocate Christ Medical Center patient shares her story on the importance of getting screened for lung cancer. The Great American Smokeout is held on the third Thursday in November. Let this be your day to start your journey toward a smoke-free life. Join thousands of people who smoke across the country in taking an important step toward a healthier life and reducing risks of cancer.
TOWNSHIPS OF ILLINOIS ORGANIZATION PRESENTS RICH TOWNSHIP WINS COVETED “2022 TOWNSHIP OF THE YEAR AWARD”
Rich Township Supervisor Calvin Jordan is expressing his joy and excitement after receiving the Township of Illinois Organization’s (TOI) “2022 Township of the year Award.” The Award was presented to Rich Township during the 115th TOI Educational Conference of all Townships in Illinois.
Pappas: Your Cook County property tax bill is online now
Cook County’s Second Installment property tax bills have been posted at cookcountytreasurer.com, where bills can be viewed, downloaded and paid with no added surcharge.
Ivy Hall Damen Cannabis Dispensary Hosts Historic Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening
Ivy Hall Damen, the state’s first operating social equity cannabis dispensary, hosted its ribbon cutting and grand opening at its flagship dispensary at 1720 N. Damen Avenue in Chicago. Dozens of social equity champions, including elected officials, regulators, and representatives from neighborhood groups, joined company officials as they cut the ribbon at a morning ceremony.
Property Tax Savings for Veterans from the Assessor’s Office
n honor of Veterans Day, the Cook County Assessor’s Office (Assessor’s Office) would like to express gratitude to those who have served our nation. By offering property-tax-saving exemptions for over 10,000 veteran families this year, the Assessor’s Office hopes to honor their sacrifice and service.
The Soul of Philanthropy Chicago Accepting Local Philanthropist Nominations Through Nov. 30
The Soul of Philanthropy, an exhibition coming to the Chicago Cultural Center in early 2023, is accepting nominations for local philanthropists to be featured in the “Rooted in Chicago” component. Nominations are accepted online through Nov. 30.
Pappas: More than 45,000 properties are in Cook County’s Tax Sale and 18,000 owe under $1,000
Cook County Tax Sale Starts November 15
Mane & Tress Opens Its Online Boutique to Boost Clients’ Confidence With Quality Hair Extensions
For many, their hair is their calling card. The styles, colors and lengths they wear are a form of art and self-expression. In short, many men and women alike feel a deep emotional connection to their hair.
NIU College of Education, City Colleges of Chicago pave 2+2 paths in kinesiology, sport management
City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) students now have a seamless “2+2” transfer pathway to bachelor’s degrees in Kinesiology and Sport Management from the Northern Illinois University College of Education.
DURBIN ANNOUNCES $450,000 FOR CHICAGO STATE UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES SIMULATION LAB
U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) visited Chicago State University (CSU) to discuss the $450,000 in federal funding he secured through Congressionally Directed Spending—more commonly known as an earmark—in the Fiscal Year 2022 (FY22) Omnibus appropriations bill to purchase science laboratory equipment for their Health Sciences Simulation Lab. This funding will be used to help students learn best practices in pediatric and home health care, as well as support a workforce pipeline of nurses, occupational therapists, and pharmacists.
Girl Scouts of the USA Hires New Chief Development Officer and Chief Operations Officer
Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) announced two new C-suite hires to expand the organization’s talented and diverse leadership team. Shelley Goode has joined as the chief development officer (CDO) and Brandt Haynes has joined the organization as the chief operating officer and head of transformation (COO). Both Shelley and Brandt bring a wide range of experiences and decades of expertise in executive, industry, and nonprofit roles that will be impactful to the mission and work of Girl Scouts.
InteliChart Expands Leadership Team with New Chief Operating Officer
Inteli- Chart, a leader in patient engagement solutions forhealth care providers of all sizes, announces the appointment of Anthony L. Carter as its new chief operating officer. Carter brings over 20 years of experience in overhauling products and services to InteliChart, identifying opportunities to grow top-line revenues, driving product development, and guiding leadership teams to success.
City Colleges of Chicago Outperforms the State and National Averages for Fall Enrollment
City Colleges of Chicago (CCC)’s fall 2022 enrollment is up 6.9 percent year over year, exceeding the Illinois community college average of +1.5% and the national average (flat), according to a report published Friday by the Illinois Community College Board.
Federal Oversight of Cook County Assessor’s Office Ends Under Assessor Fritz Kaegi
Cook County – The Cook County Assessor’s Office (Assessor’s Office) announces that it is no longer under federal monitoring after a judge lifted the consent decree and court order which governed the office’s hiring processes since 2012.
