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Subway Restaurants® Invite Families to Experience a Magical Night Out with an Exclusive Subway Fresh Fit For Kids® Meal Offer
This spring, parents won’t have to go searching The Cave of Wonders for a fun-filled night out with the kids.
TRADER JOE’S ANNOUNCES NEW SOUTH SIDE LOCATION THAT WILL OPEN LATER THIS YEAR
When the Treasure Island Foods closed for good in October which included their location at the Hyde Park Shopping Center, it left many Hyde Park residents wondering what would take its place? After months of anticipation, the University of Chicago, who owns the Hyde Park Shopping Center, announced that Trader Joe’s will be moving into the vacant space and plans to open their doors this fall..
Major Financial Institution Shares Insight On What Small Business Owners Are Thinking About
Bank of America recently released its 2019 Spring Small Business Owner Report which shares the results of their semi-annual survey of small businesses across the country and specifically hones in on small business in Chicago
CPL Community Cinema initiative provides opportunity for more city residents to have access to film screenings
The Chicago Public Library recently launched a new citywide program titled Community Cinema. There are 50 library branches participating in this yearlong pilot. This was made possible through the Chicago Public Foundation and with Swank Movie Licensing, which is the largest film licenser and carries all the latest movie releases.
SOUTH SUBURBAN MAYOR INVITES LAWYER TO SPEAK WITH RESIDENTS ABOUT PROPERTY TAX APPEALS
Every month, the Mayor of the Village of Dolton, Riley Rogers, hosts Coffee with the Mayor where residents can come and meet with him in a more informal setting. This month, Mayor Rogers invited Mario Reed, a local attorney, to come and talk to residents about appealing their property taxes.
LOCAL MCDONALD’S RESTAURANTS ANNOUNCE PLAN TO HIRE OVER 2,000 NEW WORKERS THIS SUMMER
With over 36,000 restaurants spanning across 100 countries and territories, McDonald’s is recognized as a global fast food restaurant chain and the company employs over a million people worldwide, according to information provided by McDonald’s.
CHICAGO’S FIRST AFRICAN AMERICAN FEMALE MAYOR LORI LIGHTFOOT TAKES OATH OF OFFICE
Lori Lightfoot stood alongside her wife Amy and their daughter Vivian on Monday during the 2019 Inaugural Ceremony. Thousands of Chicagoans attended the event that took place at Wintrust Arena to see Lightfoot sworn in as the 56th Mayor of Chicago.
LORI E. LIGHTFOOT SWORN IN AS 56TH MAYOR OF CHICAGO
Lori E. Lightfoot today just before noon was sworn in as the 56th Mayor of Chicago with her wife, Amy Eshleman, and daughter, Vivian, at her side. Thousands of members of the public attended the inaugural ceremony at Wintrust Arena to participate and celebrate this momentous achievement in Chicago’s history.
An exclusive Fireside Chat with Chicago Mayor-elect Lori E. Lightfoot
Mayor-elect Lightfoot welcomed the opportunity for attendees to get to know more about her during an exclusive Fireside Chat facilitated by journalist, author, women’s and diversity advocate Star Jones Lugo. Today, women have achieved greater status and success in the world and Chicago is apart of that momentum giving us a reason to celebrate, yet again.
ROBBINS MAYOR ELECTED TO LEAD THE SOUTH SUBURBAN MAYORS AND MANAGERS ASSOCIATION
Tyrone Ward-Mayor of Robbins, Illinois- has been overwhelmingly elected to the position of President of the South Suburban Mayors and Managers Association (SSMMA). The full body vote was taken on Thursday, May 16th during the regular meeting of the SSMMA. Mayor Ward takes over for outgoing President Mayor Vernard L. Alsberry of Hazel Crest.
Mayor-elect Lightfoot Announces Senior Staff and Finance Positions
Mayor-elect Lori E. Lightfoot today made the first announcement of key members of her administration’s leadership team, which will continue to be built out over the next 100 days. The senior staff announced today will be part of the team responsible for carrying out the vision and values that will guide the Lightfoot administration.
NEW PRESIDENT OF SOUTH SUBURBAN CHAMBER WILL FOCUS ON BUILDING BUSINESS SERVICES
The Board of Directors of the Homewood Area Chamber of Commerce recently elected Rodney Young Jr. to lead the organization as their next President. Young has lived in the Village of Homewood for about three years and said that his love for the Homewood community coupled with his natural knack for entrepreneurship has made this new opportunity a perfect fit for him.
SOUTH SIDE NON-PROFIT HOSTS RECORD-BREAKING FUNDRAISER UNDER NEW LEADERSHIP
Growing Home Inc. recently hired Danielle Perry to serve as their new Executive Director. Within the first month of her taking over, the organization hosted its 17th Annual Benefit fundraiser and was able to raise $50,000 more than ever before to support their mission.
Olive Harvey Valedictorian Proves That It’s Never Too Late To Go Back To School
Robert Newson grew up on the south side of Chicago and graduated from Chicago Vocational High School in 1984. He immediately went into the workforce and found success working for the University of Chicago Hospital where he was regularly promoted until he reached a point where he couldn’t go any further with only a high school diploma.