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Funeral arrangements for Prince’s lead dancer “Cat” set for late mother’s birth date
Funeral services for Catherine “Cat’ Vernice Glover, who died September 25 in her Los Angeles home at age 62, will be privately held in Los Angeles, according to Cat’s manager, Hayley Drinkall. Glover was born July 24, 1962, to Mildred and Doneall Glover, on Chicago’s West Side....
Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Broadview
A FEMA/State Disaster Recovery Center will open on Sunday, October 20 to help residents kickstart their recovery after the July 13 – 16, 2024, severe storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds and flooding. Specialists from FEMA, the state of Illinois and the U.S. Small Business Administration will be at the centers...
Little Rock Nine Member and SIUE Alumna, Thelma Mothershed Wair, Dies at the Age of 83
SIUE Alumna Spent her Life Championing Diversity Efforts. Thelma Watershed Wair, one of the historical Little Rock Nine who integrated an Arkansas high school in 1957 amidst an angry mob of white separationist and who later graduated from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, has died. She was 83. Wair’s sister, Grace...
Are your affairs in order?
The illustrations presented in this column are not, nor are they intended to be, legal, financial, or any other licensed professional advice. You should consult the licensed professional of your choice for advice regarding your individual situation. “Get your house in order” is a phrase often heard but seldom heeded....
The plastics inside of you right now
If you are reading this indoors, there is a good chance there are hundreds of invisible plastic particles floating around in the room you are in. There is also a good chance you may be breathing some of them in. And we are not just breathing in plastic pollution. We...
NIPSCO seeks grant applications for Public Safety Education and Responder Training
For the seventh consecutive year, Northern Indiana Public Service Company LLC (NIPSCO) is accepting applications for its Public Safety Education and Training Action Grant to support local nonprofit organizations and first responders to provide public safety education and training across northern Indiana. Grants are available in amounts ranging from $500...
Rep. Davis: Trump’s Project 2025 presents “grave danger” to his district and U.S.
Representative Danny K. Davis (D-7th) warned that if implemented, the controversial ultra conservative, Republican-led “Project 2025” presents a “grave danger” for his Seventh Congressional District, especially for seniors, many of whom have incomes of less than $10,000 per household, and even though it is their only income Trump and his “Trumpeteers” want to roll that back.
Triple Double Sports Camp and City Life Center of Northwest Indiana to launch 5-year partnership to enhance youth summer and afterschool programs.
Triple Double Sports Camp, LLC and City Life Center of Northwest Indiana announced their five year partnership to help strengthen and enhance youth summer and afterschool programs [ages 5-18] through 2029. Through this partnership, Triple Double SportsAcademy and City Life Center will work collaboratively with coaches, players, teams and leadership...
What would it profit a person…?
In the gospel of Mark 8:36 (it is also recorded in Matthew and Luke) it says, “What would it profit a person to gain the whole world and lose their soul?”. Jesus speaks these words in a pericope dealing with being faithful to him and his words (teachings) and not denying him or his words in the face of confrontation. Jesus is informing his disciples of his confrontation and crucifixion by the Imperial powers of Rome and the domination system, and he is indicating that following him means they, too, will have to confront those same Imperial powers.
Xinos inducts its newest members into the sorority
The Xinos (Youth Guidance Group sponsored by the National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa, Inc.) recently held their induction. Nine high school young ladies were inducted into this prestigious organization. The applicants must meet eligibility requirements. Once the initial requirement process is completed, they will begin the membership intake period....
Two ex-felons turn to God, now helping save youth from crime
Once living a life of crime, Donzell Taylor and Mario Godfrey turned to God while incarcerated at the Illinois Kewanee Life Skills Re-Entry Center where the seeds of entrepreneurship were planted. Their goals of baking and selling cookies to save youth from crime became a reality with the establishment of the Brigitte G. House of Hope named after Godfrey’s late mother.
Black men and Kamala Harris
An interesting question has surfaced – Could Black men cause Kamala Harris to lose the election? This question generated a wide range of responses, most of them optimistically predicting that Kamala will prevail becoming the first female president. Until recently, polls of Black men from various locations revealed that...
Central Park 5 sue Trump for defamation over debate comments
The exonerated Central Park Five sued former President Trump for defamation Monday over his comments at the recent presidential debate about the group’s wrongful convictions for rape and assault. During a segment on race and politics at the Sept. 10 debate against Vice President Harris, Trump said “they admitted...
Are you taking parenting too seriously?
Schedules. School. Dinner. Laundry. Playtime. Cleaning. Grocery shopping. Bedtime. So many things go into the daily routine of a parent. It’s easy to get bogged down by responsibilities and deadlines. But amid the chaos, there is something every parent should be finding time for every day – being silly.
GCSC names Chief Academic Officer
During the October 9th school board meeting, the Superintendent of the Gary Community School Corporation Dr. Yvonne Stokes announced the appointment of Dr. Cynthia Treadwell as Chief Academic Officer. “As Chief Academic Officer, Dr. Treadwell will bring an incredible amount of experience and energy to a role that is critical...
Gary Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi to host Halloween event
The Gary Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., in collaboration with Juiced Up, invites the public to a unique event blending music, games, and Halloween fun at Tooties Bar & Grill in Crown Point on Sunday, October 27, 2024. The evening promises an exciting twist on bingo, as participants will play along to hip-hop and RnB tunes for a chance to win top prizes.
$9.2 million ‘lucky lotto winner’ bought jackpot-winning ticket accidentally
An Illinois Lottery player can’t believe his luck after winning $9,200,000 with Lotto – because he was actually trying to buy a ticket for a different game. “It was a normal day, just like any other. I was picking up groceries at Jewel and on my way out the door, I decided to buy a lottery ticket,” explained the winner, who has requested to remain anonymous.
Lil Durk welcomes hundreds to Navy Pier for a Unity Day of Prayer
Grammy-award-winning rapper and philanthropist Lil Durk will host a Unity Prayer Event on Saturday, October 19, at Navy Pier from 12 PM to 7 PM. The gathering will allow individuals from diverse backgrounds to focus on spiritual wellness, reflection, and community unity, aligning with the Health & Wellness pillar of Durk’s Neighborhood Heroes Foundation.
Have you heard of torticollis?
Have you heard of torticollis? The condition, which is estimated to occur in one in every 300 babies, is caused by tightness in the sternocleidomastoid muscle on one side of the neck. Babies are most often born with the condition, known as congenital torticollis, but it can also develop later in infancy, known as acquired torticollis.
YWCA of NWI to host Circle of Friends Gala – Oct. 24 at Hard Rock Casino
On Thursday, October 24, 2024, the YWCA of NWI will host its annual Circle of Friends Gala at the Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana at 5400 W. 29th Ave. in Gary, IN. The event will start promptly at 6 p.m. Samantha Chatman of ABC 7 Chicago will serve as the celebrity host.
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