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New South Side High School Opening This Fall, Hosts Community Hiring Event
This fall, the new Englewood STEM High School will finally be open at 6835 S. Normal Ave. with Conrad Timbers-Ausar serving as principal. In order to prepare for the opening, Chicago Public Schools, along with Teamwork Englewood and Price Workforce Solutions, recently hosted a hiring event for a variety of positions that will be available at the school.
Community Lender Partners With Nonprofit to Pilot Job Training Program For Ex-Offenders
The Chicago Community Loan Fund in collaboration with the Safer Foundation is in the midst of their three-year-long Chicago Neighborhood Rebuild Pilot Training Program. The program provides ex-offenders and young people with job training opportunities and allows them to assist with home renovations.
Scientific Games Expands Global Lottery Instant Game Manufacturing Technology In North America And Europe
Scientific Games Corporation has announced that it is significantly expanding its lottery instant “scratch” game innovation and production capabilities with the addition of advanced manufacturing technology in both North America and Europe.
Op-Ed: Prevent Long Hot Summer of Violence in America
Across the nation and throughout the world, millions of people are still morning the tragic and senseless killing of our Brother Nipsy Hustle. We are again reminded of the terrible sickness of violence in communities across the United States.
School Nominations Now Being Accepted For Annual School Supply Giveaway
Back 2 School Illinois, a nonprofit organization that provides free school supplies for low-income students, is currently accepting applications for their annual giveaway that will provide essential school supplies for all of the students at two Chicago schools.
SOUTH SUBURBAN OFFICIALS COME TOGETHER TO GARNER SUPPORT FOR A NEW AIRPORT IN THE REGION
Across the South Suburbs, elected offices are coordinating efforts to encourage Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker to designate $150 million of the 2020 capital bill for investment in Chicago’s Southland. The money will be necessary for completing the proposed south suburban airport and will support a new interchange on Interstate 57, local road upgrades, and connectivity to utilities that will accommodate the new airport.
SOUTH SUBURBAN COLLEGE PROFESSOR RECEIVES RED TULIP AWARD AFTER THREE DECADES OF TEACHING
After teaching biology at South Suburban College for about thirty years, Gerald (G.A.) Griffith was recently was honored with a Red Tulip award from the Village of South Holland Education Commission. The Red Tulip Award is presented every year to exceptional teachers who go above and beyond for South Holland students and make an impact in their lives.
ORS Expands its HAIRepair Portfolio
Namaste Laboratories, makers of ORS hair care, continues to expand its HAIRepair portfolio with two new reparative treatments formulated to condition, treat and protect textured hair. Its new Deep Conditioning + Restoring Treatment Masque and Restore + Heat Protect Multi-Benefit Serum feature Coconut Oil, Baobab and Active Protein Complex to help rescue over-processed and heat-damaged hair. These new products are now available at select Target, Walmart and local beauty supply stores.
SOON TO DEBUT THEATRE PRODUCTION EXPLORES THE LINK BETWEEN MENTAL HEALTH AND RACISM
On June 6, a theater production created in England, Freeman, will be making its Chicago debut at the Physical Theater Festival. Freeman was created by Corey Campbell who also stars in the production and is the artistic director of Strictly Arts.
LOCAL TEENAGE ARTISTS CELEBRATE THE OPENING OF THEIR NEW SOUTH SIDE EXHIBIT
The Hyde Park Art Center recently hosted a grand opening ceremony for their newest exhibit called It Be Like That Sometimes which features dozens of original artworks that were created by local teenagers who participated in the Hyde Park Art Center’s teen programs. The art on display includes paintings, drawings, photography, prints, clothing design, and multimedia projects.
Community Development Firm Launches South Side Revitalization Effort
A south side community development firm, Urban Juncture, recently led the launch of Build Bronzeville which is a collaborative effort that was created to uplift the historic Bronzeville neighborhood and empower local entrepreneurs to pursue their business ventures in the neighborhood.
COMCAST LAUNCHES BLACK MUSIC MONTH COLLECTION ON XFINITY X1
This June, Comcast will celebrate Black Music Month with a one-of-a kind musical showcase on Xfinity X1 spanning genres of music pioneered by African Americans including hip hop, R&B, pop, gospel, and jazz. Available within Xfinity on Demand’s Black Film and TV destination, “A New Era of Sound” features curated music videos, playlists and more from top artists of today with nods to yesterday via X1’s music partners including XITE, Pandora, iHeartRadio, YouTube, and more.
The Jazz Institute of Chicago Celebrates “50 Years of Making Jazz Happen” Featuring Jazz Artists, Music, Dance and Spoken Word Performances, and Exhibits During Free Birthday Bash
The distinct, innovative sound and legacy of jazz music in Chicago takes center stage from June 28 -30 for Chicagoans of all ages to enjoy as the Jazz Institute of Chicago (JIC) and its partners celebrate “50 Years of Making Jazz Happen” during a multi-event, free Birthday Bash weekend at venues in Hyde Park.
Chicago Children’s Choir Announces Bank of America as Presenting Sponsor of its 2019 Community Concert Series
Chicago Children’s Choir (CCC) announced today that Bank of America has been named the presenting sponsor of its 2019 Community Concert Series, which directly supports CCC’s after-school programs across the City. Supporting the local Chicago arts community is a priority for Bank of America. This partnership marks Bank of America’s ongoing support of CCC and an increased commitment to $25,000 to directly impact the neighborhoods and youth where it serves.