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WakeMed Selects MedSpeed to Build Integrated Logistics Network
MedSpeed, a leading provider of same-day logistics services to the health care industry, has teamed up with WakeMed, a nationally recognized not-for-profit health care system founded and based in Raleigh, N.C., to enhance, integrate and optimize the system-wide, last-mile delivery of critical materials such as specimens, supplies, and pharmaceuticals across the system's care-delivery footprint.
ASCENSION Event Celebrates Surge Institute’s 10-Year Legacy of Uplifting Education Leaders of Color
Surge Institute gathered alumni, supporters and special guests at WildmanBT in Chicago for ASCENSION, a celebration of its 10-year anniversary, on Thursday, November 7, 2024. With success stories, awards and a shared vision for the future, the evening honored Surge’s decade-long commitment to empowering leaders of color within the education sector.
HABILITATIVE SYSTEMS, INC. HOSTS 4TH ANNUAL RACE AND HEALTH EQUITY AWARDS
Habilitative Systems, Inc. (HSI), one of Chicago’s largest Behavioral Health and Human Services agencies dedicated to enriching the quality of life in key communities, will host their 4th Annual HSI Race and Health Equity Awards Reception, Thursday, December 12, 5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at Malcolm X College, 1900 W. Jackson Blvd.
MAYOR BRANDON JOHNSON HOSTS THE SECOND ANNUAL EARLY CHILDHOOD TOWN HALL
Mayor Brandon Johnson announced that the Mayor’s Office, in partnership with Every Child Ready Chicago (ECRC) hosted the second annual Early Childhood Town Hall, which includes the launch of the ECRC Strategic Framework. The ECRC Strategic Framework reflects the collective priorities of the administration and the community, presenting a roadmap for advancing those priorities collaboratively in order to build a stronger, more accessible and more equitable early childhood system in Chicago.
Chicago Public Schools Extends GoCPS Application Deadline for the 2025-26 School Year
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) has extended the GoCPS application window until 5 p.m. November 22. This extension gives students and families additional time to explore their educational options for the 2025-26 school year.
JARRARD INC. ADDS SENIOR LEADERS IN RESPONSE TO CONTINUED STELLAR GROWTH
Jarrard Inc., a national top 10 healthcare strategic communications consultancy, is pleased to announce the addition of two industry veterans to drive the firm's continued growth in its Strategic Positioning and Change Management service lines. Specifically, these experts will help Jarrard clients navigate the significant market pressures related to growth, innovation and change.
6 Tips for Appealing FEMA's Decision
If you disagree with FEMA’s decision, you have the right to appeal. Sometimes all you need is to provide additional information. Here are tips to help submit your appeal to FEMA:
Country Club Hills School District #160 Celebrates Progress with Release of Illinois Report Card
Country Club Hills School District #160 is proud to announce remarkable strides in student achievement and well-being, reaffirming our commitment to fostering innovative learning opportunities in a nurturing environment, after the Illinois State Board of Education unveiled the annual Illinois Report Card for the 2023-2024 school year, available at www.illinoisreportcard.com.
Here's what seniors need to know about changes to Medicare Part D
Congress recently made a number of changes to Medicare's "Part D" prescription drug benefit. The changes were part of President Biden's signature legislation, the Inflation Reduction Act. The legislation was intended to make it easier for seniors to afford their medicines.
Treasurer Pappas urges homeowners to pay late taxes and avoid Annual Tax Sale as 23,270 owe less than $1,000
Thousands of Cook County property owners who owe less than $1,000 risk having their tax debt auctioned at an Annual Tax Sale that begins Tuesday, Dec. 10, Treasurer Maria Pappas said today.
Stay Safe from Holiday Scams
The holidays are a time to celebrate with loved ones, not falling victim to scams that can steal your cheer. Falling for a scam can lead to losing money and putting your account and personal information at risk, which can be both time consuming and costly.
AT THREE-YEAR MARK, WELLNESS WEST PUBLISHES PAPERS ABOUT CLOSING HEALTH EQUITY GAP ON CHICAGO’S WEST SIDE
Wellness West announced today the publishing of two key papers about its nearly three-year journey to tackle health disparity gaps that exist on Chicago’s West Side. Wellness West is the coming together of 48 West Side institutions to build an unprecedented continuity of care among hospitals, out-patient care, the social service network and community residents.
Couple hosts first Black Men Buy Houses event in Atlanta
Black Men Buy Houses Co-Founders Kevan and Ayesha Shelton hosted their inaugural Black Men Buy Houses event in Atlanta on October 12th at The Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs, presented by Citizens Trust Bank featuring special guests John Hope Bryant, a renowned entrepreneur, economic empowerment advocate, Author, Founder & Chairman of Operation HOPE and H. Jerome Russell Jr., President of H.J. Russell & Company. The Shelton's launched the "Black Men Buy Houses" initiative to address the barriers and historical inequalities Black men face in homeownership. The event provided attendees with essential financial literacy tools to begin their home-buying journey, focusing on overcoming limited access to knowledge and financial resources.
Cash App and pgLang’s project3 Release New Video Starring Doechii to Promote Financial Literacy
Recently, Cash App launched the latest iteration of its financial literacy brand campaign “That’s Money” in collaboration with project3, pgLang’s in-house creative agency. The Barbershop, featuring rapper and singer Doechii and comedian ExavierTV, highlights the power of strategic self-investment and sharing financial lessons learned along the way with others. The spot was directed by renowned filmmaker Calmatic.
