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ARTIST’S EXHIBITION EXPLORES SPIRIT OF SANKOFA
Raymond Thomas’ “Our Tomorrow Happened Yesterday,” explores the theme of Sankofa, which means to go back and get. “Our Tomorrow Happened Yesterday” will be on display at the Blanc Gallery, located at 4445 S. King Drive, through Sunday, Nov. 21
THE EPIC ACADEMY RECEIVES OUTDOOR SPACES, USES IT FOR SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY
The Epic Academy High School, located at 8255 S. Houston, received an outdoor learning lab as part of the Chicago Architecture Biennial.
Calumet City Mayor makes progress on his vision
Calumet City Mayor Thaddeus Jones wants to keep residents in the city at the forefront. Since Jones took office in May, he has been able to erase the budget deficit, cut cost and waste and has increased the budget. The city also has implemented an afterschool program and an emergency assistance program for residents, as well as assisting businesses in Calumet City.
INNOVATION ONE OPENS AT TRUMAN COLLEGE
A new digital learning space designed for students, educators and the community opened at Harry S. Truman College, located at 1145 W. Wilson Ave.
SOUTHERN COOK COUNTY TO FINALLY HAVE A STATE -OF -THE- ART TRANSITION CENTER FOR YOUNG ADULTS WHO ARE PHYSICALLY AND DEVELOPMENTALLY CHALLENGED
Dr. Johnnie Thomas-Superintendent of Rich Township High School District (RTHS) 227- will lead a coalition of School Board Members, Educators, Disability Advocates, Faith Leaders, Elected Officials, Community Leaders, and businesspersons in a ribbon cutting ceremony of a state-of-the-art transition center for young adults who are physically and developmentally challenged.
City Of Calumet City Public Notice of Hearing
public Notice- The City of Calumet City will conduct a public hearing on On October 28, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. on the City's Intent to seek the use of "quick take" eminent domain powers from the Illinois Legislature.
Property reassessments released for South Chicago
The Cook County Assessor’s Office released initial assessments of residential and commercial properties in the township of South Chicago. This is the fifth of eight townships in the City of Chicago to be reassessed in 2021 under the leadership of Assessor Fritz Kaegi, who took office after Chicago’s last reassessment in 2018.
Debbie Allen, National Kidney Foundation Team-Up for Early Diagnosis of Kidney Disease
Family doctors and primary care practices need to ramp up kidney disease testing, using both a blood and urine test because millions of adults are walking around with the dangerous disease but don't know it, a message the National Kidney Foundation's Chief Medical Officer and Debbie Allen will share with thousands of physicians at a conference held recently.
Author Helps Self-Published Children's Authors Expand Reach
While the artistry of entrepreneurialism is certainly an accomplishment for anyone, being an author is very similar to running your own business. With the product being your own writing, you grow comfortable in your craft and begin publishing your work. It's essential to build your credibility with amazing reviews. Of course, it's imperative to write a piece that is worthy of praise, but building integrity amongst your readers encourages new people to join in with turning the pages as well.
Two new traveling exhibits will bring world-class exhibitions to Carroll County starting October 9, 2021
Voices and Votes explores questions stemming from the leap of faith taken by the American revolutionaries who established a government that entrusted the power of the nation not in a monarchy but in its citizens. The exhibition explores the questions: Who has the right to vote, what are the freedoms and responsibilities of citizens, and whose voices will be heard?
“THE TEMPLE” TO SERVE AS BEACON OF LIGHT
Pastor John Hannah had a vision to create an oasis in a dry spot with the goal to reinvigorate and revitalize the community where ‘The Temple’ is located. John Hannah, the founder and senior pastor of New Life Covenant, celebrated the grand opening of its new church and performing arts center, ‘The Temple’, with a three-day event. The 100,000 square foot facility, located at 7621 S. Greenwood, has 4,000 seats and can also be used as a community performing arts center.
Chicago Urban League Partners With Landmark Development
The Chicago Urban League and Landmark Development are collaborating on a comprehensive framework for a new program designed to create economic opportunities in neighborhoods that have been historically underinvested – starting on the South Side of Chicago. The program, called SouthSideWORKS, is tied to Landmark’s proposed ONE Central multi-modal transit hub and mixed-use destination development, which was enacted by the State of Illinois in 2019.
GhostBed and Venus Williams To Launch New Sleep Products Collection
The collaboration is designed to highlight the importance of recovery and rejuvenation through a healthy night’s sleep. Along with her many remarkable athletic accomplishments including seven Grand Slam titles, five Wimbledon titles and four Olympic gold medals, Williams brings with her over 20-years of design experience to GhostBed through her award-winning, full-service commercial and residential interior design firm, V Starr.
J. Cole to Perform for SiriusXM and Pandora’s Small Stage Series
SiriusXM and Pandora announced that J. Cole will perform in Los Angeles for SiriusXM and Pandora’s Small Stage Series on Saturday, Oct. 23. The intimate set for SiriusXM subscribers and Pandora listeners will feature J. Cole performing songs from his latest album The Off-Season as well as fan favorites.
