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Veterans thriving as small business owners, according to Allstate/USA Today Small Business Barometer
The U.S. Small Business Administration’s O©ce of Veterans Business Development says there is approximately one veteran-owned firm for every 10 veterans; veterans are 45 percent more likely than nonveterans to be self-employed; and more than one-third of veteran business owners say that while on active duty, they learned skills that directly transfer to the business world.
Solar Powered Fashion
The ComEd Solar Spotlight program connected ComEd engineers and students throughout Chicagoland area in a two day immersion through live, hands-on solar demonstrations.
Circle of Sisters Delivered a Day of Fun, Laughter & Sisterhood
Circle of Sisters remains the largest EXPO in New York City that celebrates and unites women of color. Highlights of the day included the legendary actress Cicely Tyson who was honored by the WBLS team with the Circle of Sisters Living Legend Award, prima ballerina Misty Copeland shared her experience with attendees and received a special award.
South Suburban college to host free family reading night
SSC has also announced that Joseph Whittington Jr., who has served as a member of the SSC Board of Trustees since 2005 and serves as Chairman of the Board’s Audit Committee, will be in attendance.
Fair encourages safety for teens on the road
State Farm recently collaborated with Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White, the Illinois State Police and the Illinois Partners for Traffic Safety and hosted the 2017 National Teen Driver Safety Fair at the House of Hope Arena, located on 752 East 114th Street.
Mariano's Bronzeville Location To Celebrate its One Year Anniversary!
Come out Saturday and Sunday, October 28th and 29th to Mariano's Bronzeville locations at 3857 South King Drive in Chicago,IL from 12:00 noon until 4:00 p.m.
Obama Foundation Announces Civic Summit
The Obama Foundation recently announced that it will invite 500 civic leaders from Chicago, the United States and across the world, to the upcoming Obama Foundation Summit on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1.
Senator Tammy Duckworth Meets with South Shore Chamber of Commerce
U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) recently met with the South Shore Chamber of Commerce and local business owners to hear their concerns on small businesses resources and discussed her future legislative priorities.
Weight Loss Tips to Fit into Your Favorite Jeans
More than three in five American women (62 percent) own jeans that no longer fit them, according to a new survey conducted on behalf of Nutrisystem by Harris Poll. And on average, they say they would have to lose 16.8 lbs. in order to fit into their favorite pair.
Maggie Brown Entertained Guest At Third World Press Foundation 150th Celebration
The weeklong celebration commemorated the oldest continuously-publishing independent Black press in the United States that’s headquartered on the SouthSide of Chicago.
S.T.E.M. careers promoted around Chicago
Commissioner Steele also recently facilitated two workshop discussions at the Field Museum for the 2nd Annual Green Team Summit sponsored by Faith in Place, a non-profit organization empowering Illinois residents of all faiths to be leaders in caring for the Earth. The workshops examined the Energy & Climate Change, Sustainable Food & Land Use, Water Preservation, and Advocacy programs of Faith in Place designed to address climate justice in Illinois.
Partnering 4Health Combats Chronic Diseases in Urban Areas
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provided funding to five national organizations from 2014- 2017, to combat chronic diseases in 94 urban and rural communities and helped 20 million people receive nutritious foods, physical activity and live in smoke-free environments.
Senator Robin Kelly Hosts Annual Hiring Event
Congresswoman Robin Kelly will host her 5th Annual Hiring Event for jobseekers in the 2nd Congressional District on Oct. 27, from 9 a.m. to noon, in the gymnasium of South Suburban College, located 15800 State St., South Holland.
“REWRITING HISTORY: PAPER GOWNS AND PHOTOGRAPHS” TO OPEN AT THE DUSABLE MUSEUM
The DuSable Museum of African American History is pleased to present a new exhibition by art photographer, Fabiola Jean-Louis titled, Rewriting History: Paper Gowns and Photographs.
