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Karen Davis, deputy director of the Illinois Housing Development Authority, speaks at a bill signing event for a measure increasing tax incentives for building affordable housing in Illinois.

She said 250,000 affordable housing units are needed in Illinois to meet demand. Credit: Blueroomstream.com

NEW LAW AIMS TO EXPAND AFFORDABLE HOUSING THROUGH $75 MILLION INVESTMENT, TAX CREDITS Gov. JB Pritzker on Thursday signed a measure aimed at increasing affordable housing investment in Illinois, as well as a measure expanding the state’s low-income energy assistance program. PAGE 2

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New law aims to expand affordable housing through $75 million investment, tax credits Pritzker also signs bill expanding low-income energy programs Continued from page 1

BY JERRY NOWICKI Capitol News Illinois jnowicki@capitolnewsillinois.com

Springfield – Gov. JB Pritzker on Thursday signed a measure aimed at increasing affordable housing investment in Illinois, as well as a measure expanding the state’s low-income energy assistance program.

House Bill 2621 aims to create incentives for building and maintaining affordable housing projects through investment of federal funds and tax credits. Pritzker signed the bill at the Hope Manor II affordable apartment complex in the Englewood neighborhood on the South Side of Chicago.

Nancy Hughes Moyer, the CEO and president of Volunteers of America Illinois which developed and owns Hope Manor II, said the facility is an example of “affordable supportive housing at its best.” The campus-style facility is specifically designed for head-of-household veterans and their families The Englewood community has seen its population decline from just less than 100,000 in the 1960s and 1970s to less than 30,000 today. The Hope Manor development and the area around it aims to bring people back to the community with “high quality affordable housing,” Moyer said.

“Affordable housing is a very, very powerful tool in creating and advancing community revitalization,” she said. “It brings people

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and density, and often replaces vacant land and abandoned properties with vibrant positive developments and activity. And what is least understood about the potential of affordable housing, is that it can be a very effective pipeline for home ownership, especially in communities struggling with negative perceptions and a desperate need of population density.”

HB 2621, sponsored by Chicago Democrats Rep. Will Guzzardi and Sen. Mattie Hunter, aims to incentivize further development of housing complexes similar to Hope Manor II. It is expected to fund the development and preservation of up to 3,500 affordable rental homes and apartments by the end of 2024, according to the governor’s office.

The new law directs the Illinois Housing Development Authority to launch a COVID-19 Affordable Housing Program and directs $75 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act dollars to support the construction and rehabilitation of affordable rental housing in areas most impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Funds will be directed to projects in “disproportionately impacted areas” based on metrics such as unemployment rate, students on free lunch programs and poverty rates.

The measure also extends through 2026 an affordable housing tax credit that would have expired by the end of the year. That credit is for 50 percent of the value of a qualified donation to affordable housing developments.

Donations for the program that began in 2001 have included land, buildings and funding.

Karen Davis, assistant director of the state’s Illinois Housing Development Association, said “Illinois was already facing a shortage of safe, affordable housing for extremely low-income households” prior to the COVID-19 pandemic.

She said the state would have to add 250,000 affordable housing units to meet the current demand for such facilities. She said the extension of the tax credit is important, as it has created or supported 21,000 affordable housing units since its creation in 2001.

Another provision in the bill directs chief county assessment officers to create special assessment programs to reduce the assessable property value for newly built and rehabilitated affordable housing developments that serve seven or more families. While the program is required in counties with more than 3 million inhabitants, which includes only Cook County, all other counties can opt out by passage of an ordinance.

Pritzker also signed Senate Bill 265, a measure expanding access to the state’s Low-Income Heating and Energy Assistance Program to undocumented individuals and prioritizing families with children under the age of 6 years old when it comes to distributing funds. LIHEAP helps low-income families pay heating, gas, propane and electricity bills.

The General Assembly dedicated more than $252 million to LIHEAP from the

Nicor Gas, Southern Company Gas Foundation provide $70,000 to American Red Cross of Illinois Naperville, Ill. – As a natural gas distribution company, Nicor Gas employees also are first responders working in tandem with communities to keep customers safe. When an emergency strikes, like the severe weather experienced in DuPage County this week, this critical work cannot be done without community partners like the American Red Cross of Illinois.

“Our neighbors, families and friends were affected by storms and tornadoes that have left many displaced and faced with rebuilding,” said John O. Hudson III, Nicor Gas president and CEO. “We know how critical disaster relief work is for our communities, and we are proud to support the Red Cross of Illinois with additional disaster relief funds to help our customers start the recovery process.”

Together with the Southern Com-

pany Gas Foundation, the foundation of Nicor Gas’ parent organization, $70,000 has been granted to the American Red Cross of Illinois to support the critical work it provides in disaster relief, health and safety classes, blood collection and services to the Armed Forces across the Illinois region.

“The American Red Cross has a decades-long history of supporting communities,” said Celena Roldan, chief executive officer of the American Red Cross of Illinois. “The Red Cross and Nicor Gas share a partnership born of a common purpose – helping those in our communities when they need it most.”

Residents who were affected by the storms and in need of assistance may call the American Red Cross 24/7 disaster hotline at 1-877-597-0747.

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American Rescue Plan Act in its current-year operating budget.

The law is also changed to expand eligibility to households earning up to 60 percent of the median income level.

The formula for the fee on utility bills funding the LIHEAP program will change beginning in January 2022. It will be a 48-cent base fee for residences, and will increase by 16 cents each year in which at least 80 percent of LIHEAP funds are spent, capping at 96 cents for residences.

The bill will be 10 times the base amount for non-residential customers using fewer than 10 megawatts of electricity and 4 million therms of gas, and 375 times the base rate for those using above that amount.

Previously, those fees were 48 cents for residences, $4.80 for non-residential and $360 for higher-use non-residential bills.

The changes in the fee structure are aimed at doubling participation in the Percentage of Income Payment Plan program by 2024.

That program allows utility customers to pay a certain amount of their income to a utility bill.

The law is also expanded to include customers of smaller utilities.

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Pangea Mortgage Capital Closes $8.5 Million Loan Chicago, Ill. PR.com -- Pangea Mortgage Capital (“PMC”), a nationwide commercial lender headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, closed an $8.5 million loan for the acquisition and repositioning of a retail community center located in suburban Cleveland.

In the second quarter of 2021, PMC worked with an experienced, national retail owner-operator to provide acquisition financing for the 182,000 sq. ft. subject property.

With PMC’s loan, the Borrower will be able to execute on their business plan to re-stabilize the center with new tenants that complement the existing lessees, thus unlocking the full value potential of the site.

PMC’s team worked hand in hand with the Borrower’s leasing, property management, and asset management representatives to structure a loan that both provided cash for the

initial acquisition, as well as additional proceeds for capital projects and future lease-up needs.

The floating-rate and interest-only loan has an initial term of 24 months with two six-month options to extend.

Pangea Mortgage Capital is a nationwide commercial lender headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

PMC provides financing on real estate-backed assets, with loan sizes between $2 million and $40 million.

The Company is a subsidiary of Pangea Properties, a national multifamily housing owner of 13,000+ units. It is PMC’s mission to serve lower and middle market real estate investors, owners, and operators by unlocking value through creative, flexible transactions and leveraging its on-balance sheet capital to execute efficiently. To learn more about the Company, please visit www. pangeamortgage.com.

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Music Icon Patti Labelle Reminds Adults: It’s Time To Get Screened For Cancer Grammy Award-Winner Leads Campaign Encouraging People to Schedule Medical Appointments for Early Cancer Detection Washington, PRNewswire -- Two-time Grammy award winner and “Godmother of Soul” Patti LaBelle is encouraging adults not to delay potentially lifesaving cancer screenings. She’s partnering with two national non-profit organizations—The Community Oncology Alliance (COA) and CancerCare—to spread the word that after millions of people delayed care due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s time to get screened.

LaBelle is appearing in television, digital and radio public service announcements (PSAs) as part of “Time to Screen”— a nationwide effort reminding adults, especially those over the age of 40, to schedule doctor recommended regular screenings for six common cancers: breast, colorectal, cervical, prostate, lung and skin. PSAs with LaBelle will run through October 2021.

“I’ve learned timing is everything in life and right now, it’s time to take control of your health,” said LaBelle. “I know what it’s like to lose loved ones far too early to cancer. Don’t wait until it’s too late. I tell everyone, ‘Honey, it’s time to get screened.’”

The “Time to Screen” campaign provides assistance and educational resources to consumers, including a toll-free hotline and website featuring information on the importance

of screening and support for finding local screening locations. This multi-faceted public education and engagement campaign works with local oncology practices, other medical professionals, employers and health care purchasers to amplify the campaign’s message in communities across the nation.

“Getting more people screened for cancer means earlier detection and better quality of life for Americans,” said Kashyap Patel, MD, president of COA and a practicing medical oncologist in Rock Hill, South Carolina. “As a cancer advocate and trusted voice for millions across the nation, Patti LaBelle is instrumental in helping us connect adults to quality, affordable, accessible screening resources in their communities. Her message saves lives.”

The campaign aims to reverse a pandemic-induced trend of delayed cancer screenings.

Research showed a considerable drop in cancer screening, diagnosis, and treatment for older adults in 2020, including an 85 percent decline in breast cancer screenings and a 75 percent decline for colon cancer screenings. “Time to Screen” urges adults needing to schedule a cancer screening, or wondering if they should be screened, to visit www.TimeToScreen.org or call 1-855-53-SCREEN (1-855-537-2733) for assistance.

“Staying current on recommended screenings

is essential to maintaining your health,” said Patricia J. Goldsmith, chief executive officer of CancerCare. “The more people who hear this message and heed our call to action, the more support we can provide to ensure timely access to and information about vital screenings.”

Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States overall, but the leading cause of death for Hispanic and Latino adults.

Black adults have higher death rates than all other racial/ethnic groups for many cancer types. Social determinants of health including incomes, health literacy and physical access to care contribute to these disparities.

“Time to Screen” is a partnership between

COA, a national non-profit advocacy group dedicated solely to independent oncology practices and the patients they serve, and CancerCare, a national non-profit that provides free, professional support services and information to help people manage the emotional, practical and financial challenges of cancer. All screening recommendations are based on Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) or U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) guidelines.

People can visit www.TimeToScreen.org or call toll-free 1-855-53-SCREEN (1-855-5372733) to learn more about cancer screenings and find a convenient location.

Black Women’s Health Advocates Applaud Legislation to Address the Uterine Fibroid Crisis WASHINGTON, PRNewswire -Senators Cory Booker (D-NJ) and Shelley Capito (R-WV) introduced the Senate companion bill to the Stephanie Tubbs Jones Uterine Fibroid Research and Education Act of 2021, legislation that would appropriate $30 million to the National Institutes of Health for fiscal years 2022 through 2026 and establish a research database for treatment of fibroids. Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke (D-NY) introduced the House legislation in March 2021.

“Uterine fibroids are a health threat that urgently requires research, resources, and improved treatment options.”

Uterine fibroids, noncancerous tumors that grow in the uterus and range from the size of a pea to that of a football or larger, affect an estimated 26 million U.S. women between

the ages of 15 and 50. Black women, hit hardest by fibroids, are diagnosed at nearly three times the rate of white women and with more severe symptoms leading to increased hospitalizations and infertility.

“There is not adequate data to understand why Black women are affected more frequently and with more severe complications from uterine fibroids,” said Linda Goler Blount, President and CEO of the Black Women’s Health Imperative (BWHI). “Uterine fibroids are a health threat that urgently requires research, community resources, and improved treatment options that preserve fertility. BWHI supports this legislation because it will increase funding for uterine fibroid research and lead to new evidence-based treatments and cures for women of color.”

“The introduction of the Stephanie Tubbs Jones Uterine Fibroid Research and Education Act of 2021 is a monumental step for women and girls everywhere,” said Tanika Gray Valbrun, Founder and CEO of The White Dress Project. “There is much more work to be done to address the uterine fibroid crisis. We need more education, more research, and full commitment from our policymakers to address healthcare inequities and to understand why fibroids disproportionately affect Black women.”

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and prevalence of uterine fibroids among women – especially focusing on the elevated risk among women of color — and the available treatment options.

Both health advocacy groups, along with Society for Women’s Health Research, virtually descended on Capitol Hill on Tuesday, July 27, and brought patients and physicians from around the country together for “Speak Up Day” to call for passage of the Stephanie Tubbs Jones Uterine Fibroid Research and Education Act of 2021. This advocacy day coincides with the conclusion of Fibroid Awareness Month.

Established originally as the National Black Women’s Health Project in 1983, BWHI is the only national nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the health and wellness of our nation’s 21 million Black

women and girls – physically, emotionally, and financially. Our core mission is advancing health equity and social justice for Black women, across the lifespan, through policy, advocacy, education, research, and leadership development. For more information, visit www.bwhi.org.

The White Dress Project is a patient advocacy organization dedicated to raise global awareness about the uterine fibroid (UF) epidemic through education, research, community, and advocacy. We fulfill this mission by advocating for research funding, highlighting reproductive health inequities, educating many on fibroids and their treatment options, and empowering a community who will advocate for their best health choices and no longer suffer in silence with this chronic illness. www.thewhitedressproject.org.

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Cheetos And Bad Bunny Drop Exclusive adidas Fashion Collection, Inviting Fans To Deja tu Huella (Leave Your Mark) Cheetos and Bad Bunny Continue to Uplift the Hispanic Community Ahead of School Year with the Launch of the Deja tu Huella Estudiante Fund to Provide Students with $500,000

Cheetos® Superfans Can Unlock Early Access to the Drop by Using Cheetle® iD, Technology that Detects Orange-Dusted Fingertips PLANO, Texas, PRNewswire -- What happens when you mix a Bad Bunny with a Mischievous Cheetah? The hottest capsule collab of the year.

When Cheetos® and global music superstar Bad Bunny first introduced the Deja tu Huella™ campaign in 2020 to celebrate the impact that Hispanic culture has made on today’s society, they set out on a mission to inspire the next generation to Deja tu Huella, a phrase that translates to “leave your mark.” Since last year, that rally cry has only grown stronger.

As the campaign enters its second phase, Chester Cheetah and Bad Bunny are teaming up once again to spotlight the Hispanic community by bringing fans two exciting experiences ahead of the school year that take Deja tu Huella to the next level: an exclusive fashion collaboration with adidas and the Deja tu Huella Estudiante Fund, a contest that will give $500,000 in total prizing to students in the U.S. and Puerto Rico.

“It’s an honor to give back to the Hispanic community that has done so much for me,” said Bad Bunny. “Between music and fashion, there are so many ways to leave your mark on culture, and I want to encourage everyone to follow whatever path inspires them. That’s what the Deja tu Huella program is all about.”

The extremely limited adidas leisurewear collection is a product of two innovative design

visions coming together: Bad Bunny’s signature style combined with Chester’s orange-themed “Cheetos Look.”

In true mischievous fashion, Cheetos is giving its biggest fans the chance to get early access to the exclusive items before they’re officially available for purchase on August 6.

Fans simply need one thing for the opportunity to cop the drop before anyone else: fingertips covered in Cheetos orange-dust, also known as Cheetle®, which all true Cheetos fans now don as a badge of honor.

How to use Cheetle iD to unlock early access to the exclusive collection: Starting today, fans in the U.S. and Puerto Rico can head to www.CheetleiD.com to use Cheetle iD, a first-of-its-kind Cheetos x adidas e-commerce experience designed to get the mer-

ch into the hands of Cheetos’ biggest fans first.

There, Chester will use Cheetle iD technology to detect whether fans have Cheetle® on their fingertips.

The first 100 people who pass the Cheetle iD detector will have direct access to purchase items from the collection before the rest of the public.

Not part of the first 100 fans to use Cheetle iD? No problem. All fans who didn’t get early access can sign up at www.CheetleiD.com to enter for a chance to purchase the merch on August 6 via the NTWRK app.

As part of the Deja tu Huella campaign and in partnership with Good Bunny Foundation, Cheetos and Bad Bunny are also welcoming submissions starting today for the Deja tu Huella Estudiante Fund, a contest that will identify ten

students leaving their mark on their community and reward them with $50,000 each that can go towards their education.

To enter the #DejatuHuella TikTok Hashtag Challenge, fans in the U.S. and Puerto Rico can submit a :60 video that shows how they are leaving their mark on the community, the culture, or the world, and tag @Cheetos, #DejatuHuella, and #Entry to be eligible. For more information on how to enter and full rules, visit www.cheetos.com/dejatuhuella. Submissions can be made now through August 18, and winners will be announced by the end of 2021.

“We’ve seen how our fans have left their mark on the world and recognize the influence the Hispanic community has had on mainstream culture,” said Jessica Spaulding, senior director of marketing, Frito-Lay North America. “Cheetos has long been a brand that celebrates all forms of self-expression, so we’re proud to team up once again with an icon like Bad Bunny to help the next generation Deja tu Huella through the launch of the Estudiante Fund and fashion collab with adidas.”

In addition to the Deja tu Huella Estudiante Fund, the Cheetos brand’s parent company PepsiCo has pledged $275 million to the Hispanic and Latinx community. For more information, visit www.cheetos.com/dejatuhuella and follow @Cheetos on social media.

Coach Launches “With Friends” Fall 2021 Global Campaign Starring Jennifer Lopez, Michael B. Jordan, Kōki, and Jeremy Lin; Photographed by Renell Medrano NEW YORK PRNewswire -Coach introduces its global Fall 2021 campaign starring Coach Family Jennifer Lopez, Michael B. Jordan, Kōki, and Jeremy Lin and photographed

by Renell Medrano. The campaign spotlights the moments of unexpected joy that are only possible when friends and communities come together.

The story introduces Coach’s Fall 2021 collection, including the house’s new Tate and Soft Tabby bags, Hitch Backpack and the reintroduction of its iconic Rogue bag. Inspired

by Coach Creative Director Stuart Vevers’ latest vision for the house, the collection also includes plush shearling coats and leather jackets made in collaboration with the heritage American outerwear brand Schott.

Captured in cities around the world, the campaign features outdoor get-togethers and block parties with real communities coming together, including Miami jump-rope team The Hurricane Jumpers, Afro-Cuban jazz band Miguel Cruz and Sugarcane and Tokyo-based band Gliiico.

The cast also share what is only possible with friends, and how their friends inspire and support them.

To create the campaign, Coach collaborated with stylist Olivier Rizzo as well as an extended cast that includes Jeremy Lin’s closest friends from college, Kheaton Scott and Nathan Liu, and students from Dream It Real, Coach’s initiative focused on helping break cycles of inequality by empowering the next generation

to reach their full potential through higher education.

“The Fall collection is inspired by our present and our future––by what we’ve learned and where we are going,” said Vevers. “It’s a story about friendship and the way our loved ones inspire, support and shape us, and the excitement we feel about spending time together again.

Comforting, nostalgic and tactile, it celebrates the sense of possibility and joy found in connection.”

“When you’re with friends, possibilities are endless,” said Lopez.

“When I’m with my friends, we don’t always know what will happen next.

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things, it’s encouraging—it’s optimistic, and it’s spontaneous.”

“The idea of being amongst friends means being around people you’re comfortable with,” said Jordan.

“People you can be yourself with, grow with, be creative with. It’s about being in an environment that makes you comfortable, where you can be authentic and thrive.”

Coach is a global fashion house founded in New York in 1941. Inspired by the vision of Creative Director Stuart Vevers and the inclusive and courageous spirit of its hometown, the brand makes beautiful things, crafted to last — for you to be yourself in.

Coach is a Tapestry, Inc. brand. Tapestry is publicly listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker TPR.

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The Bath Club in Miami Beach Re-Opens As Private Club Historic Beach Club Unveils Fresh Designs, Culinary Talent and Membership PRNewswire - MIAMI BEACH, Fla. -- The Bath Club, the legendary 1920s playground for Herbert Hoover, William Vanderbilt II, Pierre Cartier, and William Boeing, reopened this summer as a members-only club for the new generation. Anchored in upscale social distancing, the reborn club boasts a secluded, three-acre private beach; well-appointed design

by Antrobus + Ramirez; world-class offerings led by APICII Hospitality; and expertly curated programming deeply rooted in diversity.

As the city’s only private beach club without a hotel component, The Bath Club is designed for an intimate membership roster and exclusively inclusive experiences, including new culinary concepts, a full-service spa and fitness center, expansive resort-style pool with cabanas, restorative health and wellness courses, landscaped gardens, clay tennis courts, and sprawling outdoor lounge areas, amongst other luxurious offerings.

Steeped in history, the original Bath Club dates to the Jazz Age as the first established members-only club in the southeast. The club gained instant popularity among the nation’s prominent families, but denied access to African Americans and Jewish people. In 1999,

Don Peebles – the first Black member – purchased the property, with plans to transform the club into an atmosphere welcoming of all ethnicities, cultures, and lifestyles.

“The Bath Club offers a sense of place, legacy and authenticity for all walks of life,” said Peebles, Chairman & CEO of The Peebles Corporation. “This is where diversity and reinvention -- past and future -- come together for enriching experiences surrounded by privacy and luxury.”

Members of The Bath Club will have exclusive access to upscale food and beverage options throughout the property, including the bougainvillea-filled Courtyard, the club’s signature Veranda, the picturesque beach and pool, and the historic Parlor and Governor’s Loggia. Expertly curated by APICII Hospitality, culinary offerings play on the simple elegance of Mediterranean-style dining and cuisine.

APICII Hospitality owns and operates a collection of the nation’s most exclusive restaurants, bars, and clubs. The club’s highly seasonal menus boast a commitment to locally sourced ingredients, and were created

by Executive Chef Jeff Masanz, a veteran of esteemed establishments such as the Boca Raton Resort & Club and The Diplomat Beach

Resort. Beverage Director Kyle Tran, whose pedigree includes The Aviary and Employees Only, crafted The Bath Club’s library of over 400 fine and rare spirits, while Food & Beverage Director Daniel Nour will channel the world-class service philosophy imparted on him by The Four Seasons, Loews Hotels, Nobu Hotel and Eden Roc Hotel Miami Beach into the hospitality team.

For the redesign, Alison Antrobus and

Ruby Ramirez blended British-style elegance with casual island luxury to create a bold yet sophisticated aesthetic. The reimagined space will retain the Club’s existing romantic architecture, with new vintage leather furnishings, fresh drapery fabrics, European-style treillage and various unexpected elements, including a secret door with a private dining room.

For more details on membership, please visit https://www.thebathclub.com.

Get the most out of your Bourbon Trail visit in Bardstown, Kentucky BPT -- Known as the cultural cross point between the South and Midwest, the Bluegrass State attracts novel tourists worldwide. With its rich history, breathtaking scenery and delectable bourbon, Kentucky is one of the most underrated travel destinations in the United States. If you’re a bourbon lover, you can’t miss all that the Bourbon Trail has to offer. Have a family or travel partner that’s not as into bourbon as you? Kentucky lets you have the best of both worlds.

What to do with 48 hours on the Bourbon Trail Whether you’re sipping the good stuff or taking in all of the sights, sounds and smells Kentucky has to offer, here are a few fun adventures you can’t miss: Watch the horses gallop and take in the scenic views Countless people tune in from home and gather in the stands of Churchill Downs to watch the action unfold. However, you don’t need to attend the Kentucky Derby to witness the state’s equestrian elegance and beauty. You can find plenty of them at the Meadow Lake Equestrian Center in Lancaster, the Whispering Woods Trails in Georgetown or the Deer Run stable in Richmond.

Alongside the horses, there are

plenty of picturesque views nearby, like Mammoth Cave National Park, Cumberland Falls and the Red River Gorge. These are just a short drive away from the Bourbon Trail.

Each destination in Kentucky tells its own unique story, and none have more twists and turns like the constant evolution of the Bourbon Trail. And some, like Bardstown Bourbon Company, are building a new foundation in the second oldest city in the commonwealth of Kentucky.

Indulge in fine American drinks and cuisine at Bardstown Bourbon Company The Bourbon Trail spans multiple parts of Kentucky. It is perfect for foodies and craft liquor lovers with a sense of adventure.

If you’re over the age of 21, visiting the distilleries on the Bourbon Trail is a must. Distilleries and locals will tell you the trail is going through a “Napafication,” which is all about elevating the bourbon drinking and dining experience. www.citizennewspapergroup.com

If you decide to trek across the Bourbon Trail, be certain to stop in the Bourbon Capital of the World, Bardstown, Kentucky, and visit the Bardstown Bourbon Company. One of the most technically advanced distilleries, it collaborates with some of the world’s top alcohol and spirit makers. It also is the first distillery on the Bourbon Trail to deliver a full-service kitchen and bar experience. Informed by Kentucky culinary classics and the world’s finest flavors, Bardstown Bourbon includes a little

something for everyone.

“There’s no greater example of a distillery that brings the very best to the bourbon loving world,” says Dan Callaway, Director of Hospitality at Bardstown Bourbon Company. “When you come to our distillery, we’re transparent about everything that goes into our bourbon by putting the ingredients and the creation process for tourists and the community at large to see.”

Did you know that Bardstown Bourbon Company: * Is the nation’s 7th largest distillery * Celebrates the art of making high-quality and authentic whiskey * Produces custom rye, whiskey, and bourbon for prominent brands like Bird Dog, High West, Belle Meade, Kentucky Owl, and many others through its one-of-a-kind collaborative distilling program.

Take the vacation of a lifetime this summer As you plan your next getaway, consider moving Kentucky to the top of the list. The open road is calling your name, so why not take the one less traveled? Head on down to the Bourbon Trail and make sure you check out Bardstown Bourbon Company -- for a unique, modern and transparent bourbon experience like no other – at https://www. bardstownbourbon.com/experience.

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Walmart to Pay 100% of College Tuition and Books for Associates The largest U.S. private employer commits to invest nearly $1 billion over the next five years in career-driven training and development Walmart, recently announced it will pay 100% of college tuition and books for associates through its Live Better U (LBU) education program.

Starting Aug. 16, the $1 a day fee will be removed for associates, making all education programs paid for by Walmart. This means approximately 1.5 million part-time and full-time Walmart and Sam’s Club associates in the U.S. can earn college degrees or learn trade skills without the burden of education debt. As the largest U.S. private employer, Walmart is committing to invest nearly $1 billion over the next five years in career-driven training and development.

“We are creating a path of opportunity for our associates to grow their careers at Walmart, so they can continue to build better lives for themselves and their families,”

said Lorraine Stomski, Senior Vice President of Learning and Leadership at Walmart. “This investment is another way we can support our associates to pursue their passion and purpose while removing the barriers that too often keep adult working learners from obtaining degrees.”

The LBU program was initially designed after consulting with experts, reviewing other employer provided education programs, and studying the research around what helps drive completion rates among adult working learners. This helped guide the initial $1 a day approach, but the economy and job market have changed, and Walmart is always looking for new ways to encourage more associates to pursue further education.

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mand college degree and certificate options in business administration, supply chain and cybersecurity.

These additional offerings join a robust catalog of programs to set associates up for new career opportunities,” said Stomski. “Our education offerings tie directly to our growth areas at Walmart, and what better way to fill the pipeline of future talent than with our own associates.”

In addition, Walmart will add four academic partners, including Johnson & Wales University, the University of Arizona, the University of Denver and Pathstream. These complement the existing partners: Brandman University, Penn Foster, Purdue University Global, Southern New Hampshire University, Wilmington University and Voxy EnGen. Each of these institutions were chosen for their history of success with adult and working learner programs as well as their focus on degree completion.

Walmart is committed to eliminate the burden of education debt.

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Cost is a leading barrier for earning a degree with student-loan debt in the U.S. topping $1.7 trillion. Since launching LBU in 2018, more than 52,000 associates have participated in the program to date and 8,000 have already graduated. Nearly 28,000 associates have been active in a LBU program this summer.

“As the company making one of the nation’s largest investments in education for America’s workforce, Walmart is setting a new standard for what it looks like to prepare workers for the jobs of the future,” said Rachel Carlson, CEO & Co-Founder of Guild. “Walmart is creating growth opportunities for their workforce and preparing them for the future of work.”

When an associate enrolls in LBU and earns a certificate or degree, they take important steps toward creating a long-term career within the Walmart ecosystem. For more information about Live Better U, our academic partners and degree options, click here.

Other leadership quotes “We are thrilled to partner with Guild Education and Walmart in our mission to deliver Arizona’s worldclass higher education programs to working adult learners in a flexible, engaging and highly effective way.

We are honored to be a part of the industry-leading Live Better U program at the nation’s largest private employer and look forward to welcoming Walmart and Sam’s Club associates into the Wildcat family.”

University of Arizona President, Dr. Robert C. Robbins, M.D. “The University of Denver is passionately committed to working adult learners. “Through this partnership with Walmart and Guild Education, approximately 1.5 million associates will now have access to DU’s programs, completely funded by their employer. We are proud to be a part of this moment for Live Better U and every moment to come on associates’ upcoming educational journeys.” University of Denver Chancellor, Dr. Jeremy Haefner.

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Don’t break the bank during wedding season in the ‘new normal’ BPT-- Weddings are back with a vengeance and with that comes spending time and money for gifts, travel, and maybe even being a part of the wedding party. A recent Zelle® consumer behavior report says that 52% of people are likely to attend a large gathering in 2021/2022. Yes, weddings will be a lot for the bride and groom, but what about the wedding crew and guests who are filling up their schedules with celebrations? How do you make sure to respect the happy couple and your wallet?

Here is a checklist of what to do and how to not get too caught up in celebrating that you put yourself into debt for the newly invigorated wedding season.

1) Prioritize your event schedule: Many postponed weddings are now back on, which means that your social calendar is way busier than it used to be - no more virtual bachelorette parties in your pajamas. However, please don’t feel pressured to do it all. Pace yourself and prioritize which weddings and social events you can attend based on your comfort level and funds.

Pro tip: Look at locations, dates, and times and be mindful of how you will be spending your money. Get this all on a calendar so you can keep track of critical dates, so they don’t sneak up on you.

2) Create a wedding spending budget: If you are part of a string of bachelorette duties and events, that can take a toll on your wallet.

Estimate how much you will be spending for that wedding and if it doesn’t meet your budget, have a conversation about what you

can be comfortable with and work together with your crew.

Pro tip: Be honest with the bride or groom and let them know that you are committed to helping them celebrate and honor their occasion, but that you need to be mindful of your

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3) Give the newlyweds the gift of money: Through a pandemic and all the difficulties people have faced in the last year, physical gifts and registries have become less of a focus for brides and grooms. A Zelle® study says 76% of people across all generations prefer to receive money rather than an actual physical gift. To lighten the load for you and the bride and groom, send them money via a P2P service like Zelle® with a special congratulatory note in the memo line. If they are already enrolled with Zelle®, they get the money directly in their bank account within minutes and can use it for whatever they choose (and if not enrolled, it just takes a few minutes to quickly and easily enroll to receive the gift money).

4) Remember to celebrate: It’s been a challenging year, and the great news is that people are starting to gather together again to commemorate new beginnings safely. Try to take a deep breath, go through your checklist and enjoy this moment!

For more tips on dealing with spending for weddings in the new normal, check out Farnoosh Torabi’s So Money podcast with post-pandemic spending tips.

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Chanel Iman Joins Smile Train as Newest Celebrity Ambassador The American Model Partners with the World’s Largest Cleft Organization to Raise Awareness for Children with Clefts and Advocate for Mothers Globally New York PRNewswire -- Smile Train, the world’s largest cleft organization, today announced model Chanel Iman, known for her work as a Victoria’s Secret Angel, as their first-ever Smile Train Celebrity Ambassador solely focused on motherhood. As a young mother of two, Chanel’s goal is to advocate for and champion mothers across the globe, particularly mothers of children born with a cleft.

“Through time spent with the Smile Train team, I learned that the impact of cleft treatment on a child – and their family – is immediate,” said Chanel. “As a mom, my kids are everything to me, and I would do anything to protect them. That’s why I’m so honored to become an ambassador for Smile Train, to not only advocate for children living with cleft but also encourage the mothers who fearlessly fight for their children to receive treatment.”

Through her mother-focused ambassadorship, Chanel hopes to raise awareness of the unique challenges mothers face with cleft-affected children while simultaneously being a holistic voice for mothers around the world.

“We believe Chanel will be the perfect voice to captivate diverse audiences surrounding the journey a cleft mother embarks on,” said Nijha Diggs, Senior Director of Public Relations, Smile Train.

“Like all mothers, cleft mothers are warriors. Most people think it takes one cleft surgery and the baby is completely healed.

The harsh reality is that the initial surgery is only the beginning of the cleft journey.

A cleft-affected baby needs extra attention for feeding, will undergo multiple surgeries, often miss many days of school, need extra emotional support and can require copious amounts of speech therapy.

Additionally, oftentimes a child with a cleft will be bullied or misunderstood for their appearance. The commitment of a cleft mother is one of resilience, strength, and courage, and we could not be more thrilled to have Chanel on our team advocating for these amazing women.”

Smile Train’s sustainable model empowers local medical professionals with training, funding, and resources to provide free cleft surgery and comprehensive cleft care to children globally. For over 21 years, Smile Train has supported safe and quality cleft care for more than 1.5 million children and will continue to do so until every child in need with a cleft has access to the care they deserve.

To learn more about Smile Train’s global efforts and to make a donation, please visit smiletrain.org. Follow Smile Train on Twitter and Instagram @SmileTrain and like us on Facebook at facebook.com/SmileTrain.

Smile Train empowers local medical professionals with training, funding, and resources to provide free cleft surgery and comprehensive cleft care to children globally. We advance a sustainable solution and scalable global health model for cleft treatment, drastically improving children’s lives, including their ability to eat, breathe, speak, and ultimately thrive. To learn more about how Smile Train’s sustainable approach means donations have both an immediate and long-term impact, please visit smiletrain.org.

Chanel Iman is an internationally renowned supermodel, loving wife and mother to her two children, Cali and Cassie. Born and raised in Los Angeles, California, Chanel was discovered at an open call and made her debut during the Spring 2007 season. That year, she was the cover of Vogue’s May issue photographed

by Steven Meisel and was named one of the ‘World’s Next Top Models’. She has since walked for the world’s most prestigious design houses including Bottega Veneta, McQueen, Marc Jacobs, Valentino and Missoni to name a few.

Perhaps most notably, Chanel appeared in the 50th Anniversary Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. She has recently featured in advertising campaigns for Ralph Lauren, Bottega Veneta, Dsquared, Victoria’s Secret, PINK, Gap, Express, and DKNY. Chanel currently resides in New Jersey with her husband Sterling.

Crown Media Family Networks Brings to Life Iconic Hallmark Cards Brand, Mahogany, In New Content Initiative On Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Mahogany to Feature Quarterly Slate of Original Movies that Embody Hallmark’s Core Values through the lens of the Black Experience Studio City, Calif. PRNewswire -- Crown Media Family Networks announced today that it will launch Mahogany, the first of several new content initiatives and brand extensions tapping into the rich 100+ year legacy of the Hallmark brand. Launching on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries in early 2022 and rooted in the iconic Hallmark greeting card line of the same name, Mahogany will expand Crown Media’s content offerings with powerful storytelling that exemplifies Hallmark’s core ethos -- family, community, human connection, positivity, and the transformational power of love -- through the unique lens of Black culture.

Mahogany will initially launch as a quarterly slate of original movies, with plans to further expand the franchise to include podcasts, scripted series, and more. Announcements detailing specific productions, casting, and projects are forthcoming. Toni Judkins, SVP Programming Development, Crown Media, is spearheading the initiative in close collaboration with the flagship brand’s team at parent company, Hallmark.

“We are so proud to announce Mahogany, a programming brand extension that allows us to unite our audience around Hallmark’s universal values, while leaning into the distinct voice of the beloved card line,” said Crown Media President & CEO, Wonya Lucas. “This launch marks a pivotal moment in our evolution as we continue to bring the Hallmark brand to life in new ways. In addition, it’s a huge step forward in our mission to deliver more diverse, inclusive content representing various cultures and perspectives that resonates with our current audience and attracts new viewers.”

“Mahogany is an expression of all the love, joy, and complexities that emerge from the distinctive journey of Black people,” said Judkins. “It is a dream realized to create a content experience around this Hallmark brand that honors, empowers, and authentically captures Black culture and amplifies our voice.”

“For over 30 years Mahogany has helped Black women connect deeply with their families, friends, and communities while celebrating the uniqueness of Black people, beauty, culture, and faith,” said Alexis Kerr, vice president of the Mahogany brand at Hallmark Cards, Inc. “Through Crown Media, the Mahogany brand will expand the power of cultural authenticity and boldness within the media landscape in ways that affirm Black women.”

Judkins joined Crown Media in May and is tasked with spearheading the sourcing, conception, development, and production of original content that explores diverse, character-driven stories. Prior to Crown Media, she operated under the banner of her production company Moxy Media, where she developed, created,

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and/or produced content for such clients as Axs TV, Overbrook Entertainment and Amazon Audible; consulted on the launches of television networks, including Anthem Sports & Entertainment; and played a role in the launches of streaming services and digital platforms. Previously, she was EVP, Programming & Production at TV One, where her transformation of the network’s content lineup resulted in some of its highest ratings and most successful programs.

Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, the second 24-hour linear channel under the Crown Media Family Networks umbrella, is one of the fastest growing networks in cable and a leading destination for quality, family friendly entertainment.

Launched in 2008 as Hallmark Movie Channel, the network was re-branded in fall of 2014, transitioning into Hallmark Movies & Mysteries.

True to its name, the channel brings the lighter side of the suspense and mystery genres into focus with rich, dramatic, and thought-provoking storytelling. The network’s programming lineup features a unique mix of new, original movies, presentations from the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame library, and such time-honored acquired series as “Murder, She Wrote,” “Matlock,” “Hart to Hart” and “Diagnosis Murder”.

The channel is also home to the annual holiday programming event “Miracles of Christmas,” which helps viewers celebrate the season with new, original movies and holiday favorites.

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For more than 30 years Mahogany has built a relationship of trust with the Black community by honoring, celebrating, and supporting emotional connections among Black families, friends, and other loved ones. With its bold and culturally authentic voice and beautiful and diverse representations of blackness Mahogany helps our consumers celebrate the uniqueness of Black people, culture, and history; stand in the joys and trials of life together; and envision a hopeful and positive Black future. Mahogany is committed to serving the evolving emotional needs of Black people, to helping deepen connections by reflecting real and relevant Black experiences, dreams, hopes, and faith, and to always making sure our consumers see themselves as they are – Black and beautiful.

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A Bite-Sized, Bacon-Flavored Appetizer Imagine a sparkling tray full of delicious hors d’oeuvres is placed within easy reaching distance.

You extend your arm forward and pick just one single appetizer out of the array of colorful cuisine. It’s creamy and soft, yet crunchy and savory. It was nearly the perfect bite. Your mouth is watering and your eyes open wide. You look down at your hand. The remnants of a bite-sized mushroom is in pieces across your palm. A smile stretches across your face following the flow of the napkin.

This is what guests can feel as they enter your house with a delightful nosh like Blue Cheese and Bacon Stuffed Mushrooms. This recipe uses fresh ingredients and is baked until melted together to create an appetizer no partygoer will forget.

It’s got chunks of blue cheese, fresh chives, crisp onions, earthy mushrooms and, of course, bacon. You can’t forget the bacon.

This perfectly mixed snack is something nearly everyone can enjoy. From little ones loving the bacon bits on top to the hard-to-impress visitors, this dish screams bite-size perfection for all.

These mushrooms are easy to make and a light bite for anyone looking for a quick snack. It’s so easy to make for a big hungry crowd as it yields 24 servings. Need more snacks? Double it and get the party started with a delicious finger food that will melt in your mouth.

Make your party appetizers something to talk about. Just don’t talk with your mouth full!

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Classifieds REAL ESTATES AC 8-4-2021 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A.; Plaintiff, vs. PETER R. VRANESH; PETER R. VRANESH, AS TRUSTEE UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF A REVOCABLE LIVING TRUST DATED THE 23RD DAY OF DECEMBER 2011 AKA KNOWN AS THE PETER R. VRANESH REVOCABLE LIVING TRUST; Defendants, 19 CH 5557 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, September 7, 2021 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 32-19-405-027-0000.

Commonly known as 409 West 15th Street, Chicago Heights, IL 60411.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 2205611. 19-013815 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com I3173052 ____________________________ IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION LIMA ONE CAPITAL LLC; Plaintiff, vs.

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Commonly known as 128 Indiana Street, Park Forest, IL 60466. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call The Sales Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Anselmo Lindberg & Associates, LLC, 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563-1890.

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