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Chicago Philharmonic Opens 22/23 Symphonic Series with William Grant Still’s Afro-American Symphony
The Chicago Philharmonic Society proudly opens its 33rd Season with William Grant Still: Afro-American Symphony at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 13, at the Harris Theater for Music and Dance. Led by Artistic Director and Principal Conductor Scott Speck, the orchestra performs Still’s Symphony No. 1 (Afro-American Symphony) for the first time, as well as music by Price, Márquez, Villa-Lobos, and a Chicago premiere by Donna Milanovich Composer in Residence Jonathan Bingham.
CONSUMER ALERT: ComEd, Better Business Bureau Report Another Rise in Mobile Payment App Scams Following Summer Heat Wave ADMISSIONS
When temperatures rise or fall to extremes, and electricity use increases, ComEd and the Better Business Bureau (BBB) have observed scammers taking advantage of these conditions to bilk customers out of their hard-earned money.
African Pride Launches GROW Initiative as a Rallying Cry for Today’s African American Women
African Pride, an award-winning haircare brand known for addressing the needs of all hair types with premium, natural ingredients, is proud to announce the launch of its new initiative, GROW – a platform that celebrates their core consumer’s unique individuality and expands the possibilities on her path of evolution.
Saks Celebrates Fall Fashion With Next-Gen Superstar Chlöe Bailey
Saks, the premier digital platform for luxury fashion, announces its Fall 2022 campaign starring singer, songwriter, producer and actress, Chlöe Bailey. With this campaign, Saks celebrates fall fashion trends from noteworthy designers and emerging brands that are changing the industry landscape. Saks is encouraging customers to take liberties with style and bend the rules, honoring their individuality by finding pieces that best suit and elevate their lives. The campaign pushes for self-expression and inspires customers to be bold in their fashion choices and stay true to their personal taste with offerings from must-have everyday pieces to statement items.
Illinois State Treasurer’s Office IT Team Among the Best in the World in Recent Competition
The tech team at Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs’ office is one of the world’s best, a recent cybersecurity competition showed.
Tax Rebate Payments Begin for Millions of Illinoisans
Income and property tax rebates will begin being sent to an estimated six million qualified taxpayers beginning today, September 12. The rebates are the result of Gov. Pritzker’s Illinois Family Relief Plan, which also provided grocery, gas, and school supply tax savings in addition to the direct payments.
The Return of the Denny’s Orange Blossom Classic Produces a Positive Impact
MIAMI, PRNewswire -- Nearly 40,000 fans congregated at Hard Rock Stadium for the sophomore return of Denny’s Orange Blossom Classic, Presented by Ready Life (DOBC), Sunday, Sept. 4, for the much-anticipated rematch between HBCU powerhouses Florida A&M (FAMU) and Jackson State University (JSU)
Hyde Park Art Center and The Seldoms dance company announce free public
Hyde Park Art Center is partnering with experimental dance company The Seldoms to announce a series of free weekly performances and conversations in conjunction with the Toolbox @ Twenty exhibition. The unique multidisciplinary art installations activated by new choreography celebrate the group’s twenty years of performance in Chicago and globally, on view September 24 – November 13.
Chicago Public Schools to Roll Out New Student-Informed Menu Items
Smoothies, baked potatoes with chili and cheese, and veggie pasta salad are among some of the new menu items that Chicago Public Schools (CPS) will roll out in school cafeterias this school year, following summer taste testing sessions with students, educators and community members. While not as formal testing aimed to help improve the daily fare on food trays across the District.
RICH TOWNSHIP STUDENT NASIR BAILEY EARNS THE TITLE OF #1 HIGH SCHOOL WRESTLER IN THE NATION
Rich Township High School is proud to announce that one of its very own has gained the title of “#1 Wrestler In the Nation.” This past weekend Nasir Bailey took part in Flo Wrestling’s “Who’s Number One” match. This event is a special national competition where the top two ranked high school wrestlers at several weight classes are invited out to compete. The notable competition gives athletes the right to be considered the best in the nation.
GRAY MATTER EXPERIENCE TEACHES ENTREPRENEURSHIP THROUGH A BLACK LENS
Britney Robbins had dreams of starting a teenrun magazine when she first arrived in Chicago 12 years ago. She pivoted and founded The Gray Matter Experience six years ago, with the goal of exposing Black high school students and young adults to entrepreneurship.
ACCESSORIES DESIGNER WENT FROM FINANCE TO FASHION
Ruby Buah started KUA Designs by accident. She didn’t go in wanting to start an accessories business. She was a financial analyst and started taking jewelry making classes. She was hooked and blown away.
THE PRESIDENT OF PRAIRIE STATE COLLEGE TALKS ABOUT HIS VISION FOR COLLEGE
Michael D. Anthony, Ph.D., has been the president of Prairie State College since October 2021. Anthony is also the first Black president of the College. Dr. Anthony’s undergraduate experience at North Carolina State University set the tone for his career in higher education. His last year there, he was the student government president and a board of trustee member.
POET, JOURNALIST, TV PERSONALITY AND AUTHOR KEVIN POWELL NAMED WRITER-IN-RESIDENCE AT PRAIRIE VIEW A&M UNIVERSITY
Prairie View A&M University announced the appointment of the highly-regarded poet, journalist, TV personality and author Kevin Powell to serve as its second writer-in-residence of the Toni Morrison Writing Program.
