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PERFORMS AT MONTREAL MUSIC FESTIVAL Brandon Harris comes from a musical family. The West side native remembers his mother singing in church and directing the choir.

His father has an eclectic taste in music that opened Harris’ eyes up to different genres, instruments, artists and musicians. His siblings also play instruments, sing and write music.

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2 NEWS briefly CITY OF CHICAGO SUES DEBT RESOLUTION FIRMS FOR EXPLOITING CONSUMERS WITH FAKE PROMISES TO SETTLE THEIR DEBT CHICAGO – The City of Chicago announced it has filed a civil complaint in the Circuit Court of Cook County against Monarch Legal, Strategic Financial Solutions, and Timothy Burnette, the head of Monarch Legal, for running a fraudulent debt resolution scheme that preys on hardworking Chicagoans struggling to pay off debt.

The Defendants portray themselves as a legitimate business that negotiates with creditors to resolve consumer debt for less than the amount owed and defends consumers from creditor lawsuits. But instead, Defendants engaged in unfair and deceptive business practices such as deploying misleading marketing tactics, collecting exorbitant up-front and monthly fees, and refusing to provide the legal services that consumers pay for. The City is seeking injunctive, monetary, and equitable relief for violations of the Municipal Code.

The City’s complaint alleges the Defendants lure consumers into their debt resolution program by making false promises about their refund policy, misrepresenting the amount of money consumers will save in the program, and tricking consumers into believing that attorneys will negotiate their settlements when that work is actually performed by non-lawyer contractors. In addition, consumers told the City that Defendants refused to represent them in court when sued by a creditor, leaving consumers who had paid for legal services to defend themselves in court.

The lawsuit claims the Defendants violate and continue to violate consumer protection laws and is asking the court to stop the Defendants from engaging in debt resolution activity in the City and assess fines for violations of the Chicago Municipal Code.

The City is represented in this lawsuit by in-house counsel from the Affirmative Litigation Division in its Department of Law. If any Chicago resident wishes to inform the City about their experience with Monarch Legal or other debt resolution programs, email consumerprotection@cityofchicago.org.

2022 CREAM OF THE CROP PHOTO CONTEST WINNERS ANNOUNCED SPRINGFIELD – Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs announced the winners of the 2022 Cream of the Crop Photo Contest, which encourages young photographers to share their vision of agriculture in our state.

Students who participated submitted up to two photos, and a panel of judges selected the winning entries.

The contest consisted of three age categories — ages 8-10, 11-14 and 15-18. Top winners were awarded Bright Start scholarship funds, with first-place winners in each age category receiving $1,000, second-place winners receiving $500, and third-place winners receiving $250. The winning students were permitted to receive one scholarship award.

The Cream of the Crop Photo Contest is part of the Ag Invest program in the treasurer’s office.

Ag Invest is one of the nation’s largest agricultural linked deposit programs, and it helps hundreds of Illinois farmers and agriculture professionals.

Through Ag Invest, the treasurer’s office partners with eligible financial institutions to offer farmers and ag businesses annual and long-term low-interest loans that can be used for operating costs, equipment purchases, construction-related expenses, and livestock purchases.

To view the winners’ work, visit https://tinyurl.com/yv479hep.

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CHICAGO NATIVE PERFORMS AT MONTREAL MUSIC FESTIVAL Continued from page 1 half hour long set included all original songs, except for one. Those original songs are from his first album, Salt, which was released in 2019. Included in the set were Harris graduated from Berklee College of Music “Ghost” and “Late Night Radio,” which were produced in Boston in 2021. He knew he always wanted to go to school for music, to add elements to his craft. He studied by his brother and arranged by a good friend of his. He also performed a cover of “I Would Die For U,” by Prince. music business, songwriting and music education. He Harris’ songwriting process involves spending a lot of spent his time there learning the ends and outs of the intime thinking of concepts and ideas or phrases that he can dustry, learning how to teach music to elementary school create a story around. “A lot of times, I am thinking about students. He has a heart for teaching. the type of words, or what I Harris was chosen to want to say, and the message participate in the Berklee “A lot of times, I am thinking about the I want to get across. Then, Popular Music Institute. As type of words, or what I want to say, and crafting a story around that,” part of the institute, Harris had the opportunity to perthe message I want to get across. Then, he said.

When it comes to Harris’ form at the Osheaga Music crafting a story around that,” he said. favorite artists, he has a Top 3, and Arts Festival in Monwhich he doesn’t put in any partreal, Quebec, Canada, at ticular order: Michael Jackson, the end of July. The Berklee Stevie Wonder and Beyonce. They influence him the most Popular Music Institute gives students an opportunity as a writer, singer, performer and artist. He described Stevie to work with festivals, which includes Lollapalooza and Music Midtown in Atlanta. Harris has been involved with Wonder as the “most beautiful songwriter I’ve ever heard.”

He also admires all of them for their vocal ability and the the Berklee Popular Music Institute since his freshman year. “I definitely have grown and come into who I am as amount of work and time they put in to be the best at what an artist and who I want to be, and I think that was some- they do. It inspires him every day.

The passing of Harris’ godmother in 2021 caused him thing that caught their attention,” Harris said. to realize that he shouldn’t take for granted the time he has Since graduating from Berklee, Harris has been perin this world. He began to think about what he wants to forming in Boston and Los Angeles, as well as teaching leave behind and how he wants to touch people. voice and piano to children. Harris also has done work “I’m just hoping when they see me as an artist, they see as a vocal director for the Berklee Beyonce Ensemble, this young Black kid, from Chicago, who is doing it, who is where he arranged background vocals and served as priputting themselves out there who is working hard to get to vate vocal instructor to vocalists in the ensemble. where they want to go,” he said.

During the Osheaga Music and Arts Festival, Harris’

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What the Governors’ Meeting means for Illinois Citizens

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It is normal for the executive and legislative branches of the United States to receive heavy media coverage. In recent news coverage, The Supreme Court (SCOTUS) has had major media coverage because of the overturning of the landmark rulings Roe vs Wade. The changing of laws that affect gun rights, the Miranda rights, and women’s reproductive rights.

As a consequence of the SCOTUS rulings, many of the rights that were once protected by federal law are now in the hands of each state’s local government. Many states across the country are moving fast to pass laws that would show their position on current issues affecting society.

California recently made the move to add abortion protection to its constitution. Alabama is now looking to make abortion punishable by the death penalty. As states push for changes to their local laws, Arizona recently passed a law that limits the recording of police during arrests.

In light of the legal chaos, many states’ governments have decided that is time to come together. The National Governors Association hosted its semiannual meeting in Maine for the first time in nearly 40 years, to address the rising tensions surrounding gun control and women’s reproductive rights.

The meeting took place from Wednesday, July 13th, to Saturday, July 16th. Each Governor had its own dif-

ferent political agenda, which made for a very interesting meeting. Governors were said to be discussing issues such as cybersecurity, economic recovery, infrastructure improvement, and youth mental health.

For the first time in a long time, Governors from around the country will play the role of advocators.

Usually, Governors are the head of command in their states’ political climates. They sign bills, make executive decisions, and reorganize districts. Each Governor has various responsibilities and power, based on their state’s Constitutions.

Luckily for Illinois, the meeting posed no threat to the previous stances of the Illinois government. Governor J. B. Pritzker stayed true to the state and political beliefs that got him elected.

“As human rights become endangered in every part of this nation, Governors now serve as the last line of defense. In Illinois, we led by example to curb the effects of climate change, protect reproductive rights, and create a bipartisan solution to revitalize our infrastructure system, proving big things can be accomplished through responsible leadership.” stated Pritzker.

Even though Pritzker stayed true to his ideals, as any good diplomat does, he had the hard conversations. “Over the course of the week, I was fortunate to have many enlightening conversations with governors who are passionate about leading on these issues and I look forward to putting those conversations into practice, creating a better path forward for all Illinoisans.” said, Pritzker.

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Couples Invited To Enter Contest For Exclusive Chance To Be Married Oct. 1 During Weddings At Wrigley: An Enchanted Evening Hosted On The Magnificent Mile©

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Couples may enter by August 5 for a chance to win the wedding of a lifetime beneath the architectural bridge of The Wrigley Building® as The Magnificent Mile Association’s Meet Me on The Mile summer series concludes with Weddings at Wrigley: An Enchanted Evening.

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CHICAGO -- Calling all engaged couples! The Magnificent Mile Association©, in partnership with The Wrigley Building® is bringing back a not-to-be-missed celebration of love, offering 40 couples an exclusive opportunity to win a micro wedding or civil union during Weddings at Wrigley: An Enchanted Evening held Saturday, Oct. 1.

Supported by media sponsor, Modern Luxury Weddings Chicago, and key partners, the Circuit Court of Cook County and Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago, Weddings at Wrigley: An Enchanted Evening is the first programmatic event to be announced in The Magnificent Mile Association’s returning Meet Me on The Mile summer series, and will provide a romantic crescendo to the lineup of activations along The Avenue.

Invited to dress in finery inspired by the spirit of the fall and Halloween season, couples will have free ceremonies conducted by judges volunteering from the Circuit Court of Cook County that will take place between 3 and 5:30 p.m. outdoors underneath the iconic Wrigley Building Bridge (410 N. Michigan Ave). All couples selected will be automatically entered to win the Grand Prize Honeymoon Package hosted by a Magnificent Mile hotel and additional partners.

The entry form for Weddings at Wrigley: An Enchanted Eveningis open for application until 11:59 p.m. on Friday, August 5. Winning couples will be notified by Wednesday, August 10. The winner of the Grand Prize Honeymoon Package will be notified by Wednesday, August 17.

“The joy and happiness our event brought to the couples last year was incredibly inspirational, and we wanted to bring back this internationally-recognized event in a new and festive way this fall to inspire a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for a new group of people celebrating their love,” says Bradley Borowiec, Vice President of The Wrigley Building.

Couples entering to win a spot for Weddings at Wrigley: An Enchanted Evening can expect: · A free, iconic outdoor wedding venue at The Wrigley Building, an opportunity not offered to the public · Circuit Court of Cook County volunteer Judge to officiate the ceremony · Discounted photography package from sponsor LaCour Images

“The joy and happiness our event brought to the couples last year was incredibly inspirational, and we wanted to bring back this internationallyrecognized event in a new and festive way this fall to inspire a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for a new group of people celebrating their love,” says Bradley Borowiec, Vice President of The Wrigley Building.

· Photo opportunities pre-ceremony along Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago’s River Terrace · Two witnesses, plus underage children of the couple, to stand with the couple during the ceremony · Opportunity to invite even more guests to cheer you on and celebrate after at Pioneer Court’s micro reception · Chance to win the Grand Prize Honeymoon Package on The Magnificent Mile, among other prizes · List of preferred partners for hotel stay, salon and spa, boat cruises, extended reception venues, and more · Exclusive Modern Luxury Weddings swag bag and offers from area businesses · And more exclusive perks from participating partners!

Meet Me on The Mile’s Weddings at Wrigley: An Enchanted Evening is sponsored by the City of Chicago’s Business Affairs and Consumer Protection, The Wrigley Building®, Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago,Modern Luxury Weddings Chicago, Pioneer Court/Zeller(401 N. Michigan Avenue) and LaCour Images, with support from the Circuit Court of Cook County,42ndWardand 2ndWardoffices.

For additional sponsorship opportunities, please contact Joelle Scillia at jscillia@themagnificentmile.com.

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SIMS TO HOST ANNUAL BACK TO SCHOOL FESTIVAL IN CHESTERFIELD State Senator Elgie R. Sims, Jr. will host his annual back to school festival in August, joined by co-hosts State Representative Nick Smith and Cook County Commissioner Stanley Moore.

The festival will take place from 11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 6 at Tuley Park, located at 501 E. 90th Pl. in the Chesterfield neighborhood.

“Our students have had some of the most challenging times of their lives since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Sims (D-Chicago). “It is critical that we continue supporting parents, kids and teachers as they transition back to their regular academic schedules, which is why I’m proud to host this event again this year and provide resources to families in the 17th district. My office is working hard to make sure kids in Chicago and across Illinois will have a great start to this school year.”

Event sponsors include the University of Illinois— Chicago’s CHANCE Program and the West Chesterfield Community Association, among others. All residents and their families are welcome and will receive resources, school supplies, entertainment, food and more.

For more information, please contact Senator Sims’ office at 773-933-7715 or info@ElgieSims.com.

CLERK IRIS Y. MARTINEZ OFFER REMOTE LANGUAGE SERVICES ON NEW WEBSITE Clerk of the Circuit Court Iris Y. Martinez is launching a remote language interpretation service on the website starting today. The remote language service offers up to 200 languages. The top 50 languages spoken throughout Chicagoland are available on a drop down menu at the top of the webpage, with an additional 150 languages available upon request.

The website’s homepage will feature a tab with a translator icon on the top right corner labeled Need Language Service that users can click to access the service. Once a user selects a language, they can type their question in their native language and receive assistance in that language.

The interpretation and translation services are provided by InLingo interpreters and translator, and funded through a grant by the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts.

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FOSTER, OBERNOLTE BIPARTISAN DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY ACCOUNTABILITY BILL PASSES HOUSE The U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation introduced by Chairman Bill Foster (D-IL) and Ranking Member Jay Obernolte (R-CA) of the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee Subcommittee on Investigations and Oversight. The bipartisan Cost-Share Accountability Act of 2022 would bolster the Department of Energy’s accountability to Congress and the public when awarding funding grants.

While most Department of Energy projects require cost-sharing by their grant recipients, these requirements can be reduced or even eliminated in certain instances. This legislation would increase accountability by requiring the department to make public and submit to Congress quarterly reports on the use of its authority to modify or bypass the statutory cost-sharing requirement.

“For Congress to fulfill our oversight responsibilities, we must be able to access information on how our departments and agencies are operating,” said Foster. “Cost-sharing requirements help protect the use of federal funds at the Department of Energy. As the department continues their next-generation research and development, it’s critical Congress understands how cost-sharing is implemented in support of their projects.”

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Not Your Average Joe: Clearwater Marine Aquarium Announces New CEO CLEARWATER, Fla., PRNewswire -- Clearwater Marine Aquarium’s Chair of the Board of Directors Eric Busch is proud to announce that Joe Handy has been selected as the organization’s next CEO. Handy joins CMA with over 20 years of experience in cultural institutions including 15 years at the Georgia Aquarium, most recently serving as President and COO. “After months of speaking with many qualified candidates across the nation, we are excited to welcome Joe as he ushers in a new era for CMA,” said Busch. “Joe brings with him the knowledge and out-of-the-box thinking from a prestigious and world-class aquarium, and his inclusive approach to leadership will be an asset to our community.”

In 2005, Handy joined the Georgia Aquarium’s founding team as Director of Visitor Services and went on to serve as the Aquarium’s President and Chief Operating Officer in 2017. After 15 years with the aquarium, he took the role of President and CEO for the National Black MBA Association. With his strong business acumen and entrepreneurial mindset, Handy applied his passion for representation for people of color to his role with the NBMBAA. PRNewsFoto “I felt a sense of pulling and necessity to serve the community, which led me to the role with the National Black MBA Association,” said Handy. “That same passion, to serve, is what excites me about the CEO role with Clearwater Marine Aquarium. It has such a rich history with not only the Tampa Bay community, but with the military, those with special needs who are inspired by the rescued animals at CMA, and also

the community of biologists and researchers who dedicate their lives to saving and protecting marine life.” Handy continued, “It’s truly an honor to join as Clearwater Marine Aquarium’s CEO.” As CEO, Handy will oversee Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute (CMARI), led by Dr. James “Buddy” Powell, and its team of scientists and researchers who are gathering key research data on manatees, right whales, and sea turtles.

“I am looking forward to working with Buddy and his team of world-renowned scientists and researchers,” said Handy. “It is only through data, like CMARI is gathering, that significant advancements in marine science needed to protect and save marine life will be achieved.”

“The Board is confident in Joe’s management capabilities and his track record for success,” said Busch.

Handy has received numerous accolades for his leadership and impact on the community. In 2019, he received the Georgia Senate Remarkable and Distinguished Georgian Resolution, the International Career and Business Alliance’s (ICABA) Atlanta Leading Influencers Award, and the Secretary of State’s Outstanding Georgia Citizen Award. That same year, Handy served as Executive in Residence at Kennesaw State’s College of Business for the Fall 2019 semester, joined as a member of the Leadership Atlanta 2019 Class, and in December was announced as Chairman of the Board for Atlanta Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children (CASA).

Mesirow’s Ben Blakney Named to Savoy 2022 List of Most Influential Black Executives CHICAGO, PRNewswire -- Mesirow, an independent, We congratulate Ben on this well-deserved recognition as we employee-owned financial services firm, announced Ben Blakney, celebrate his leadership and accomplishments.”

President of Mesirow Institutional Real Estate Direct Investments “I am honored to be recognized by Savoy and humbled (“IRED”), was named one of Savoy Magazine’s 2022 Most for being included in the publication’s prestigious list of Black Influential Black Executives in Corporate America. Savoy, one Executives,” said Blakney. “This recognition equally reflects of the leading African American business and lifestyle magaMesirow’s deep commitment to diverse thought and perspective zines, published its definitive list of African American executives, as we make strategic decisions, serve our clients and engage in our influencers and achievers impacting corporate communities.

America in its summer issue.

Ben is an active member of the Pension Real “Savoy is proud to present the 2022 Most Estate Association, the National Association Influential Black Executives in Corporate of Securities Professionals and the Real Estate America. In this issue, we assembled an elite Executive Council and serves as a mentor with representation of African American men and LINK Unlimited Scholars. Ben earned a Bachelor women who have been recognized for their of Arts from Williams College and a Masters in executive and business leadership in national City Planning from the Massachusetts Institute of and global-leading corporations,” said L.P. Technology.

Green, II, Publisher of Savoy Magazine. “These Mesirow Institutional Real Estate Direct Ininnovative trailblazers have led efforts to foster vestments (“IRED”) is a proven team that invests growth for some of the country’s highest-perin the multi-family housing sector across the top forming companies throughout and beyond the 25-30 markets within the US. Over time, the inUS market.” vestment team has acquired, managed, repositioned Ben has more than 30 years of investment and sold 34,000 multi-family units; equivalent to PRNewsfoto/Mesirow industry experience as a senior executive in the average size of a publicly traded US REIT. The both the public and private sectors. He joined Mesirow in 2014 team looks for markets that exhibit: favorable demographic trends and today serves as a member of the Mesirow Board of Directors (population, migration and immigration growth); low unemployas well as the IRED Investment Committee. He also plays a key ment rates and high job growth markets in comparison to national role as co-chair of the Mesirow Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and regional averages; high barriers to entry for new supply, home Council. ownership affordability (a large differential in the cost to own ver“Our talented people are our greatest strength,” said Mesirow sus the cost to rent); extensive infrastructure in terms of freeways, CEO Natalie Brown. “Ben exemplifies our firm’s commitment to ports and air service that leads to superior access for residents; and serving clients through differentiated financial products, acting as quality of life and destination areas. a force for social good and sustaining our people-centric culture.

For more information, please visit https://www.mesirow.com/

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Hunter Communications Appoints Ehrika Gladden to Board of Directors MEDFORD, Ore., PRNewswire -Hunter Communications announced the appointment of IT industry veteran, Ehrika Gladden, to the company’s board of directors. Gladden brings more than three decades of progressive executive leadership experience, managing IT and telecom divisions, and will aid in the development of Hunter’s sales strategy and efforts to increase market penetration throughout Oregon.

“I’m honored to welcome Ehrika to our board of directors,” said Michael Wynschenk, CEO, Hunter Communications. “As we continue to grow and expand into new markets, having a member of the Board with Ehrika’s background and expertise will help us better serve our customers, in particular our business customers. Ehrika’s global telecom leadership experience adds a perspective that is critical to Hunter’s long-term business goals.”

In her previous roles with Logitech, Cisco, and Avaya Gladden led multibillion and multimillion dollar global P&L’s driving growth for Video Collaboration, Sustainability Products, UCaaS, Services, and Telephony. Her responsibilities included managing the delivery of the P&L for Sales, Marketing, Digital Sales, Channels, and Operations leaders ensuring customers leveraged true solutions value. Gladden currently sits on the Board of Directors of City National Bank (NYSE:CYN). She has been nationally recognized for her inclusive leadership development initiatives and practices. In 2019, Savoy named her one of the Top 50 Influential Women in Businesses and in 2018 Black Enterprise named her as one of the Top 50 Blacks in Technology.

“Hunter is driven by a goal of helping people create meaningful connections, and I’m excited to bring a global lens to that mission,” said Gladden. “Universal access to high-speed internet is essential in today’s world, and I feel very privileged to take on this role at this time.”

Gladden joins the board alongside Wynschenk and current members including: Nikola Trkulja, managing director, Grain Management; Michael McKenzie, managing director, Grain Management; and Richard Ryan, founder, Hunter Communications.

Founded in 1992, Hunter is headquartered in Medford, Oregon where the company established a legacy of service excellence and commitment to local communities. Hunter Communications was acquired in 2020 by Grain Management, LLC. Additional information is available at Hunterfiber.com.

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Chicago Riverwalk 2022 Summer Season Announced CHICAGO — Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) spotlight a slate of engaging summer arts and recreational programming taking place on the Chicago Riverwalk, a magnificent urban space located on the south bank of the Chicago River. The award-winning, pedestrian-friendly Chicago Riverwalk stretches 1.25 miles from Lake Michigan to Lake Street offering restaurants, wineries and bars, live music and performances, public art, urban recreation and more.

Programming on the Chicago Riverwalk is presented by the City of Chicago and produced by DCASE in collaboration with the Department of Assets and Information (AIS), the Chicago Park District and cultural partners from around the city. Art on theMART, the largest digital art projection in the world, covering over 2.5 acres of theMART’s river-facing façade, announced new installations inspired by the city’s Year of Chicago Dance to be showcased throughout the summer. Also celebrating the Year of Chicago Dance, Links Hall presents Dance on the Walk showcasing the city’s dynamic dance scene with free performances plus pre-show classes for all skill levels.

Details below and at ChicagoRiverwalk.us.

“The Chicago Riverwalk is an urban oasis in the heart of our city,” shares DCASE Commissioner Erin Harkey. “We’re thrilled to bring some of our best Chicago-based artists from the Chicago Blues Festival and the Chicago Band Roster to perform live with our beautiful city as the backdrop. The array of fantastic arts and recreational programming scheduled this summer further enriches the waterfront experience for everyone.”

Vendors in the Riverwalk concession program are now open including: Island Party Hut Beat Kitchen on the River Northman Beer & Cider Garden Chicago Brewhouse Mercury Cruise lines & Chicago’s First Lady Cruises City Winery O’Brien’s Riverwalk Café Urban Kayaks Downtown Docks Chicago Electric Boats Chicago Cycle Boats Sweet Home Gelato Tiny Tapp & Café Community Marketplace will reopen later this summer with a new selection of vendors. Building on the Riverwalk’s successful concession program, the Community Marketplace was constructed in 2019 to expand the program to minority and women-owned businesses represent-

ing the cultural diversity of Chicago’s neighborhoods. Construction of a new Chicago Riverwalk elevator will delay the opening of the Community Marketplace.

Sounds of the Riverwalk is returning for its second year and will expand to a 12-week music series featuring musicians from the Chicago Band Roster. The free, public performances will start June 19 and run through early October. Concerts take place on Sundays at 1pm at the Confluence, located between Franklin and Lake Streets on the Chicago Riverwalk. A full schedule of events can be found at ChicagoRiverwalk.us.

Jun. 26 Fumee Jazz Jul. 10 David Chiriboga World/Traditional/Indigenous Jul. 17 Wright Gatewood Country/Americana/Folk Jul. 24 Shi An Costello Classical Aug. 7 La Tosca Jazz Aug. 14 Lapis Trio Jazz Aug. 21 Luna Blues Machine World/Traditional/Indigenous Sep. 11 Freedom Song Leaders Gospel/Spiritual Sep. 25 Friends of the Gamelan World/Traditional/Indigenous Oct. 2 5th Wave Collective Classical Art on theMART (AOTM) On view twice nightly at 9pm and 9:30pm Dance the Walk with Links Hall August & September Multiple locations, including The Confluence (between Franklin and Lake Streets) & Columbus Plaza Other public art installations on display at the Chicago Riverwalk include Echo Hecho Fresco by Alberto Aguilar at the Columbus underbridge, The People in Your Neighborhood

by Dont Fret at The Confluence, The Radiance of Being mural by Kate Lynn Lewis at the Community Marketplace, as well as the Riverwalk Gateway by Ellen Lanyon, Allium by Carolyn Ottmers, and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.

To view the full reopening schedule and list of participating vendors, please visit ChicagoRiverwalk.us.

6 FASHION Comcast and Faceforward Productions Partner for Upcoming Docuseries, “The Black Beauty Effect” (Black PR Wire) PHILADELPHIA -(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Comcast NBCUniversal and FaceForward Productions announced their partnership for the upcoming docuseries The Black Beauty Effect, releasing this fall exclusively on the Black Experience on Xfinity channel, a first-of-its-kind destination of Black entertainment, movies, TV shows, news and more. From creator and executive producers Andrea Lewis (Degrassi: The Next Generation, Black Actress), Emmy-nominee CJ Faison (Giants & Junebug), and Jackie Aina and Kahlana Barfield Brown, the docuseries will closely examine the social change, past and present, within the beauty industry, through the lens of the successful Black women who have led the charge.

The Black Beauty Effect is a three-part docuseries capturing the current evolution, revolution, and disruption taking place within the beauty industry. Black beauty influencers, celebrities, and entrepreneurs have taken up the torch passed down from their pioneering predecessors. Each hour-long episode examines a different aspect of beauty – hair, skin, and makeup – through the lens of some of the beauty industry’s most iconic game-changers. The Black Beauty Effect peels back the gorgeous glow we see in advertisements to tell the ugly truths that have plagued the beauty industry for far too long.

Featuring candid conversations with brand executives, celebrity makeup artists, beauty editors, and more, the docuseries focuses on the impact influencers have had on the industry’s changing perception of beauty. Participants include beauty influencers and EPs Jackie Aina and Kahlana Barfield Brown, former Editor-In-Chief of ESSENCE Mikki Taylor; influencer and Co-Founder of Melanin Hair Care Whitney White; Executive Vice President and COO of North America Beauty and Personal Care at Unilever Esi Eggleston Bracey; NY Times bestselling author, journalist and the second youngest editor in Condé Nast history Elaine Welteroth; CEO of Sundial Brands Cara Sabin, Beauty Director of Cosmo Julee Wilson, Sr.; Beauty Editor of InStyle Kayla Graves; Beauty Director for InStyle Maya Allen; and actress, singer, author and activist Amber Riley.

For more information on The Black Beauty Effect, go to @blackbeautyeffect on social media and continue the conversation using the hashtag #BlackBeautyEffect.

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göt2b® announces Actor & Philanthropist Tati Gabrielle as Brand Ambassador STAMFORD, Conn., PRNewswire -- Henkel’s göt2b® hair color and styling brand announces an exciting collaboration with Actor & Philanthropist Tati Gabrielle, best known for her screen-stealing acting role in Season 3 of the Netflix hit series “You.” Tati has been recognized as one of Forbes’ “Hollywood 30 Under 30” and is committed not only to her craft as an actor, but also to her passion for philanthropy. Tati has never been one to shy away from expressing herself, whether it’s through fashion, giving back to others or advocacy of causes she believes in. Now, she will be extending her avenues of self-expression through collaborating with göt2b to promote iconic color and styling products and everlasting trends that everyone can try in order to be whoever they want to be.

As a brand, göt2b’s mission has always been to enable its consumers to break free from society’s expectations. The brand’s selection of forward-thinking, PRNewsFoto trendy hair colors and styling products empower people to switch up their looks, self-experiment and self-express without limits so that they feel free to be whoever they want to be. When looking for a brand ambassador, there was no one better to represent who you want to be through hair color and styles than Tati. Tati not only embodies this same philosophy through her fashion sense and attitude, but she exudes confidence and encourages those around her to self-express and own their unique style.

“We are so excited to work with Tati Gabrielle as our ambassador for göt2b as she is the epitome of what our brand stands for and authentically connects with our diverse set of consumers,” said Melinda V. Johnson, Director of Marketing at Henkel. “Tati seamlessly represents the brand both on the color and styling business through her positive attitude, free spirit and creativity,” continued Johnson. “We are excited to begin our journey with her and continue spreading our message of self- expression and self-acceptance as we look to 2022 and 2023.”

To kick off our collaboration, Tati joined göt2b and its

brand partner, global youth charity Ditch the Label, as a panelist for the brand’s first-ever Virtual Self-Expression Summit, held in their own metaverse on Stop Cyberbullying Day (June 17, 2022). Hosted by Digital Creator Avani Gregg and moderated by Ditch the Label Founder & CEO Liam Hackett, Tati and other inspirational panelists participated in an open discussion about how they have overcome fears, obstacles and setbacks to find their voice and gain confidence. Tati will continue to work with the brand through marketing, digital, public relations, and social media promotions to share the brand’s message of self-acceptance and being who you want to be.

“I’m extremely excited that göt2b thought of me to be a brand ambassador! I love what they stand for as they encourage their audience to be whoever they dream to be,” said Actor & Philanthropist Tati Gabrielle. “It’s so important to HONOR our individuality and what makes us unique, and I look forward to joining göt2b in sharing that message loud and proud throughout this collaboration.” göt2b is excited to be working with Tati Gabrielle across new brand and product innovation for 2023, digital and social brand activations.

In North America, Henkel operates across its three business units: Adhesive Technologies, Beauty Care, and Laundry & Home Care. Its portfolio of well-known consumer and industrial brands includes Schwarzkopf® hair care, Dial® soaps, Persil®, Purex®, and all® laundry detergents, Snuggle® fabric softeners as well as Loctite®, Technomelt® and Bonderite® adhesives. With sales close to 6 billion US dollars (5 billion euros) in 2021, North America accounts for 25 percent of the company’s global sales. Henkel employs over 8,000 people across the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico. For more information, please visit www. henkel-northamerica.com, and on Twitter @Henkel_NA.

Gold Bond Introduces “My Scar My Story” Campaign with ‘Riverdale’ Actress Vanessa Morgan Encouraging Embracing the Stories Told on Skin Morgan of the significance behind her new BRIDGEWATER, N.J., PRNewstattoo. “To honor my most important scar wire -- As culture pushes back on outdated story, I’m thrilled to partner with Gold beauty standards and filtered perfection, it’s Bond to commemorate the happiest day of making space for a movement that puts aumy life with a tattoo, next to my scar, of the thentic skin on display. Every day our skin word ‘Kintsugi.’ Kintsugi is the Japanese is put to the test, and over time it becomes art of putting broken pottery back togethan intricate canvas that tells our life’s stoer with a special lacquer, often dusted or ries – stories that are worth sharing. mixed with gold, silver or platinum, to That’s why, as part of Gold Bond’s create beautiful seams in the cracks. I’ve mission to champion healthy, real skin, the personally always admired what I’ve brand has partnered with Riverdale actress interpreted as the concept behind KintsuVanessa Morgan to launch “My Scar My gi – built on the idea that, in embracing Story,” a campaign that empowers people imperfections, you can create an even everywhere to embrace their scars and celestronger, more beautiful piece of art out of brate the stories told on their skin. something once broken – and I’ve chosen Vanessa Morgan Celebrates Real Skin Gold Bond’s high-performance products that to symbolize my belief that my body is help Vanessa Morgan keep her real skin with Gold Bond more beautiful now, with this scar, than it Vanessa helped Gold Bond launch the looking and feeling healthy. PRNEWSFOTO ever was before.”

“My Scar My Story” campaign by sharing Gold Bond and Vanessa are also empowering others to embrace her most important skin story – the C-section scar from the birth of their real skin and become part of the “My Scar My Story” moveher son, River – via IG Live (@VanessaMorgan) while receiving a ment by sharing their scar stories on their social media channels with meaningful tattoo to commemorate her scar, created by tattoo artist, #MyScarStory, tagging @goldbond.

Noah Lee (@_n.a.l.). * Though Gold Bond products are clinically tested for efficacy “I gave birth to my son, River, in 2021 via C-section, and the and safety, they haven’t been specifically tested on tattooed skin. resulting scar tells the story of this pivotal moment in my life, said

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Chevy’s New Supercrusing Bolt EUV Electric cars have always been viewed as luxury cars. The negative connotation behind luxury is that it is expensive.

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Who would have expected the movies to be right in predicting the future? We have drones delivering packages, trains that practically fly, and cars that can drive themselves. Electric vehicles are one of the technological advancements that were also predicted in fiction. However, the features these cars have are things not usually seen in films, television, or books.

Electric cars have always been viewed as luxury cars. The negative connotation behind luxury is that it is expensive.

However, Chevy has been doing work to create electric vehicles that the average person can afford while also encompassing futuristic features that are found in luxury vehicles.

Chevy’s Bolt (EUV) electric utility vehicle is an amazingly crafted electric vehicle. With a sleek outer body and a luxurious feel inside and out, it comes in seven different stylish colors.

The Bolt EUV, like all of Chevy’s electric cars, while being luxurious, is still very affordable. This comes as a surprise, seeing how many cool features the car has.

I had the opportunity to experience the many features of the Chevy’s EUV Bolt for a week. I can say this car is amazing.

Aside from already being cool because

it is an electric vehicle, it runs smooth. The car I usually drive is so loud that I can hear nearly everything under the hood. With the EUV Bolt, I hear absolutely nothing. A pen could drop on the carpet of the car, and I’d hear it.

Not to mention a host great features; the car has 200 horsepower and wireless phone compatibility. The stand-out feature for me is the EUV Bolt’s super cruise feature. The Super cruise feature is an advanced driver assistance technology that allows drivers to drive hands-free. It is a feature that you would not expect in such an affordable car.

The Super cruise feature uses advanced technology to not only drive the EUV Bolt but do it safely across 200,000 compatible roads in the United States. Super cruise uses Connected Services * and uses real-time precise positioning cameras, sensors, and LiDAR map data to help detect curves, helping to make long drives and commutes comfortable.

The Super cruise has a sub-feature called adaptive cruise control. Adaptive cruise control uses state-of-the-art technology to automatically maintain a driver-selected distance from the detected vehicle you’re following.

Another amazing thing about Super cruise is that it is very easy to use. First, engage the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)

by using the steering wheel button. When Adaptive Cruise Control is already set, the symbol on the dashboard will be green with a speed shown.

Another sub-feature of Super cruise is the Enhanced Automatic Emergency Braking. This feature is a safeguard for when other drivers are not being responsible. The Enhanced Automatic Emergency Braking uses radar to help you avoid or reduce the severity of a front-end collision.

The Super cruise also has lane centering.

The Lane-Centering Detection features detects curves with real-time cameras, sensors, and GPS. When Super Cruise detects you are on a compatible road, paying sufficient attention, and all other driving conditions are met, then a white Super Cruise symbol will display on the dashboard.

When it is safe to do so, press the Super Cruise button on the steering wheel to engage the feature. Once the steering wheel light bar turns green, you may remove your hands from the steering wheel.

To turn off Super Cruise, press the Super Cruise button again, press the brake pedal or pull the Regen on Demand paddle.

The Super cruise is an amazing addition to the already great Bolt EUV. If you were not already thinking of purchasing a Bolt EUV, the new Super cruise feature will seal the deal on your purchase.

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BRONZEVILLE JAZZ FEST WILL TAKE PLACE AUG. 6 CHICAGO – On Saturday, Aug. 6, Martin Luther King Drive from 39th to 37th will be alive with music during the Bronzeville Neighborhood Jazz Fest. Curated by music producer Frank Goss III, the festival pay homage to the historical neighborhood of Bronzeville, known for its rich music history of Jazz and Blues influenced and powered by the Great Migration of African-Americans from the South to North in the 20s, 30s, 40s, and 50s.

The Bronzeville Jazz Fest will feature live music from local musicians Julia Huff, Reggie Foster, Smooth Willie Fultz and Audley Reed, alongside products from local vendors, food trucks including Anointed Appetiteand Harold’s Chicken, and more.

The event will be emceed by Dr. Balin A. Durr, a Board certified Psychiatrist with 20 years of experience, who will talk between sets about mental health issues including depression, anxiety, brain health, and more. Dr. Durr has provided care largely to the vulnerable, uninsured and underserved in a variety of clinical settings throughout her career and in her current role as a Psychiatrist at the Will County Community Health Center in Illinois.

“Chicago has such a rich history of jazz and this year’s fest showcases the diverse tapestry of jazz and nurtures the next generation of jazz performers in our great city,” said Frank Goss. “We are also honored to have Dr. Durr join to share her expertise and holistic-collaborative approach to mind-body wellness.”

Goss, Bronzeville Helping Hand (Non-profit beneficiary of the festival) partnered with Mariano’s Bronzeville location, and AARP to feature local favorites found at Mariano’s. Guests samples and meet the teams behind, Two Fish To-Go, Tastetelli, Signature Sweets Factory, Solomon’s and more.

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ComEd understands the future is in STEM – Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. To help more girls be a part of that future, we created the EV Rally. 30 Chicagoland high school girls will build and race electric go-karts as teams, with the mentorship of some of the extraordinary women engineers at ComEd.

Join us on race day at the Museum of Science and Industry on Saturday, August 6. And to spark even more girls’ interest in STEM, we’re giving away 500 tickets to the museum for girls and their families.

Visit COMEDEVRALLY.COM for ticket info NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. The ComEd EV Rally Museum Ticket Offer is to provide free admission tickets to the Museum of Science and Industry to be used on 8/6/22. Open to girls and their families who are residents of IL, limited to 4 tickets per family. 500 tickets will be given away while supplies last. Families can claim free tickets online through a special code that will be available on https://www.comedevrally.com beginning July 19, 2022. Approximate Retail Value is $22 per ticket / up to $88 per household.

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GROUP ACQUIRES BLACK NEWS CHANNEL United States Bankruptcy Court Approves $11 Million Sale of ‘Black News Channel’ Assets to Allen Media Group

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LOS ANGELES, PRNewswire -- Byron Allen’s Allen Media Group (AMG) is proud to announce that the Northern District of Florida, Tallahassee Division of the United States Bankruptcy Court, (Case No. 4:22-bk-40087KKS) issued an order approving the sale of “substantially all of” Black News Channel (BNC) “assets free and clear of all liens, claims, encumbrances and interests” to AMG’s networks division. AMG is acquiring BNC out of bankruptcy for $11 million from billionaire Shahid Khan, owner of the NFL’s Jacksonville Jaguars franchise. Khan invested over $100 million into BNC. AMG’s acquisition of BNC will add 300 million linear and digital subscribers to the AMG portfolio of assets -- which includes 12 television networks such as The Weather Channel, digital platforms Local Now, HBCU GO, Sports.TV, theGrio Streaming App and The Weather Channel Streaming App. AMG has also invested over $1 billion in the last 3 years to acquire 27 ABC-NBC-CBS-FOX network affiliate broadcast television stations nationwide.

BNC has carriage on traditional linear packages via Comcast, Charter, Cox, DISH, DirecTV, and Verizon. BNC currently enjoys approximately 45 million linear subscribers and Allen plans to grow the distribution to approximately 80 million linear subscribers over the next 6 months.

“We are excited to have been selected to acquire the Black News Channel, which has approximately 300 million linear and digital subscribers,” said Byron Allen, Founder/ Chairman/CEO of Allen Media Group.

“Allen Media Group will deliver a bestin-class network to serve the underserved African-American community and the advertisers who want to reach this extremely valuable audience. Also, we appreciate the opportunity to provide cable operators, satellite companies, telcos, and digital platforms diversity of ownership, voices, and viewpoints on their programming line-ups by having a 100 percent African-American owned network.”

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The 1st Platinum Selling Hip Hop Artist to be Elected to Public Office in the United States NEWARK, N.J., PRNewswire -- Hip Hop was born nearly 50 years ago in the Bronx, NY by DJ Kool Herc. Since then, Hip Hop culture has transcended music, fashion, art, and dance. Hip Hop culture has reshaped and influenced American culture for decades to now become the highest grossing music genre to date. Although Hip Hop has always been political, it is now making even greater strides in politics with the election of Dupré “Doitall” Kelly from the platinum selling Hip Hop group Lords of the Underground.

Since Hip Hop has always been the voice of people, Councilman Kelly believes that his experience as a Hip Hop artist will allow him to represent the community of people that feel unseen and unheard. On July 1, 2022 Councilman Kelly was inaugurated in a ceremony in Newark.

Councilman Kelly states, “I had a conversation with Tupac Shakur about this day. I wish he could be here to see me this day. Over 25 years ago, he and I had a conversation in an Orlando hotel room, and he said that we shouldn’t move from our cities, dude. He said, we should come back and create nonprofits and create youth initiatives and youth programs. We might also need to do some things that we may PRNewsFoto not want and that means running for office,” Kelly said.

He promises to move the West Ward forward with a revitalization plan that includes youth education and employment initiatives that young people find interesting. Councilman Kelly aims to utilize all the city departments and outside resources for a strategy that will improve and provide services. Kelly also plans to team up with residents, business owners, and community organizations to make sure the quality of life problems are solved together.

Councilman Kelly received endorsements from many people in the entertainment industry such as Shaquille O’Neal, Redman, Queen Latifah, KRS One, Naughty By Nature, Damon Dash and countless other celebrities around the globe. He will continue his career in entertainment, as he has just released his album Brenda’s Son and is currently starring in the feature film Respect The Jux, executive produced by Pusha T starring Tony Sirico, Vado, Ciera Payton, and Tobias Truvillion. Councilman Kelly attended Shaw University. He is also the founder of 211 Community Impact, a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Incorporated and the Screen Actors Guild.

Stephen Curry’s Unanimous Media and Talent Resources Sports Host Star Studded Night Presented by FTX LOS ANGELES , PRNewswire -- Stephen Curry and his media company Unanimous Media along with Talent Resources Sports (TRS), the Premier Sports Marketing Agency joined forces to produce a star-studded after party Wednesday night. The event, held in West Hollywood’s Italian eatery Lavo Ristorante was filled with prestigious celebrities, close friends and Curry’s family including wife Ayesha Curry, mom Sonya Curry, dad Dell Curry and sister Sydel Curry, Travis Kelce (Kansas City Chiefs), Ryan Phillippe, Evan Ross, Katie and Denise Austin, Draymond Green, Brandon Jennings, Baron Davis, and Jay Pharoah. The invite only bash included experiential activations by brand partners FTX, Neiman Marcus, Snap Inc., and Chase Freedom.

The 18-foot red carpet was home to a flurry of flashbulbs and excited media who were eager to speak with the A-list celebrities and athletes who snagged coveted invitations.

Once inside guests were seen holding court around the FTX Ice Statue and then treated to a soundtrack provided by DJ D-Nice and DJ Millie who kept the party going with a Tequila

Don Julio 1942 toast from the DJ years later their partnership booth. Neiman Marcus brought and friendship has continued to their Concrete Runway to the bash, flourish. David Spencer shares, where guests took selfies of their “Stephen and I met in 2010 and party looks in a wall sized mirror, have developed a friendship Snapchat showcased Pixy, a new over the past 12 years. From friendly flying camera, as well as the conceptualizing his 2014 event trailer for new Snap Original “Level in Houston for All-Star WeekUp with Stephen Curry,” an inspiraend, to honoring his selection tional series where Stephen mentors as All-Star Captain in 2018 at student-athletes. And Chase Freedom the Sheats-Goldstein Residence provided an over-the-top cake for in Los Angeles, I am honored guests to end the evening on a sweet to once again collaborate with Stephen Curry and DJ D-Nice attend Stephen Curnote. ry’s Unanimous Media and Talent Resources Sports Stephen to celebrate another The event is one of many highincredible season to highlight his Invite Only Bash Presented by FTX. PRNEWSFOTO. lights that David Spencer, President achievements on the court and and Co-CEO of Talent Resourcoff with Unanimous Media.” es Sports and Stephen Curry have shared. Their business To learn more about Talent Resources Sports, please visit relationship began in 2010 with a single paid tweet and 12 www.talentresourcessports.com.

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Outdoor Space Inspiration (Family Features) Renovating your home’s outdoor spaces not only enhances the aesthetic but can also provide a host of recreational benefits. Taking a look at award-winning projects can help many homeowners draw inspiration while also identifying capable, reputable contractors to take on the project.

For example, selected by a panel of industry experts based on functionality, aesthetics, craftsmanship, innovation and degree of difficulty, these 2021 National Association of the Remodeling Industry National Contractor of the Year (CotY) Award Winners showcase a variety of ideas for upgrading your outdoor spaces. Find the complete list at nari.org/cotywinners.

Residential Landscape Design/Outdoor Living Under $100,000 The clients wanted to upgrade a poorly draining, impractical backyard into an attractive, functional outdoor entertainment space that flowed from the renovated basement. The project included an outdoor area for entertaining, outdoor kitchen, spacious patio with a custom concrete fire pit, oversized ceiling fans, ample storage and landscaping complete with native plants around the perimeter.

“By working on this project, we learned how important it is to take a holistic look at what clients are trying to accomplish with their renovations,” said Thomas Boyce, president of Boyce Design & Contracting. “Often with outdoor living projects, designers and contractors look at the exterior of the home in isolation. We learned to look at how the interior and exterior of the home connect to each other to make sure the features and floor plan flow and work well together. By taking this approach,

we were able to achieve a better finished product that is more functional and attractive for our clients.”

Residential Landscape Design/Outdoor Living $100,000-$250,000 A young, active family was looking to create a distinct

outdoor living space with multiple entertainment spaces that tied in with the existing aesthetic and elevated the home amongst its neighbors. The low-maintenance backyard now features an outdoor dining area, sunken living room, entertainment area and additional storage space built with the

home’s current architectural features while also maintaining a large enough yard for the kids and their friends to play.

“The aesthetic of the outdoor areas was designed not only for function but also to reflect the interiors and keep the inside-outside living feeling continuous,” said Tim Johnson, owner and founder of Livit Site + Structure.

“For example, the shiplap used on the fire table is the same shiplap featured inside the home. Likewise, the Douglas fir timbers used on the pergola are the same as the interior ceiling beams.”

Residential Landscape Design/Outdoor Living Over $250,000 A 4,000-square-foot project built at four different elevations, this client wanted to include a safe way to move from the upper level to the backyard without coming through the house, a structure for shade and protection from mosquitoes and a pool with features that reflected the home. Adding a covered screen room with individually controlled wall panels, seethrough fireplace, fountain, pool with sheer descent waterfalls, recycled rock walls and staircase from the upper elevation while enclosing it all within a stone wall met those expectations.

“A sound piece of advice for anyone building anything in the backyard: get a plan,” said Ken DePratt, owner of KD Poolscapes, Ltd. “Have it match your expectations list. Then, and only then, will you know if it matches your budget. We would recommend doing your research when taking on a pool project of any size. It’s hard to push that hole around once it’s dug.”

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ENA Lantern Award Shines Spotlight on Incredible Work of 29 Emergency Departments SCHAUMBURG, Ill., PRNewswire -- On Wednesday, July 13, the Emergency Nurses Association announced 29 emergency departments being honored with the prestigious ENA Lantern Award – the only award dedicated to showcasing EDs for their outstanding work.

“These emergency departments are doing so many remarkable improvements and initiatives and they deserve to be honored for their work,” said ENA President Jenn Schmitz, MSN, EMT-P, CEN, CPEN, CNML, FNP-C, NE-BC. “I look forward to meeting some of these emergency nurses in Denver and celebrating them for their incredible achievement.”

The ENA Lantern Award was created to recognize emergency departments that demonstrate exceptional and innovative performance in leadership, practice, education, advocacy and research.

When applying, emergency departments share stories that highlight their commitment to care, and the initiatives put in place that improve the well-being of nursing staff. Applications are reviewed and recipients are selected by the ENA Lantern Award Committee.

There are many noteworthy accomplishments from this year’s honorees including improved collaboration between nurses and physicians; developing new flow areas in response to the COVID-19 pandemic; creating a simulation program to help emergency nurses better prepare for pediatric patients; and undertaking a significant quality improvement project to create a more age friendly emergency department.

The 2022 ENA Lantern Award recipients are: Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital Emergency Department – Barrington, Illinois Bethesda North Hospital Emergency Department – TriHealth – Cincinnati, Ohio Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta at Scottish Rite Emergency Department – Atlanta, Georgia

Chilton Medical Center Emergency Department – Pompton Plains, New Jersey Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center Emergency Department – Milwaukee, Wisconsin Cleveland Clinic Medina Hospital Emergency Department – Medina, Ohio Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida Emergency Department – Fort Myers, Florida Good Samaritan Hospital Emergency Department – TriHealth – Cincinnati, Ohio Gulf Coast Medical Center Emergency Department – Fort Myers, Florida Huntington Hospital Reichert Emergency Department – Huntington, New York Inspira Medical Center Vineland Emergency Department – Vineland, New York Lenox Health Greenwich Village Emergency Department – New York, New York Lenox Hill Hospital Emergency Department – New York, New York Maine Medical Center Emergency Department – Portland, Maine Mather Hospital Northwell Health – Emergency Department – Port Jefferson, New York Monmouth Medical Center Emergency Department – RWJBarnabas Health – Long Branch, New Jersey Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware – Emergency Department – Wilmington, Delaware Northern Westchester Hospital Emergency Department – Mount Kisco, New York Penn Presbyterian Medical Center Emergency Department – Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla Emergency Department – La Jolla, California Seattle Children’s Hospital Emergency Department – Seattle, Washington

St. Elizabeth Healthcare Fort Thomas Emergency Department – Fort Thomas, Kentucky Staten Island University Hospital North Emergency Department – Northwell Health – Staten Island, New York Staten Island University Hospital Prince’s Bay Emergency Department – Staten Island, New York The Children’s Hospital at Saint Peter’s University Hospital Pediatric Emergency Department – New Brunswick, New Jersey The Valley of Hospital’s David F. Bolger Emergency Department – Ridgewood, New Jersey University of Kansas Health System Emergency Department – Kansas City, Kansas USC Verdugo Hills Hospital Emergency Department – Glendale, California Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital Emergency Department – New Haven, Connecticut The 2022 ENA Lantern Award recipients will receive a physical award to display in their emergency department as a visible symbol of their commitment to quality, safety and a healthy work environment. Each will be recognized during ENA’s annual conference – Emergency Nursing 2022 – in Denver, Colorado in the association’s Hall of Honor. Additionally, each emergency department’s award-worthy efforts will be spotlighted in ENA’s member magazine, ENA Connection. Learn more here.

The Emergency Nurses Association is the premier professional nursing association dedicated to defining the future of emergency nursing through advocacy, education, research, innovation, and leadership. Founded in 1970, ENA has proven to be an indispensable resource to the global emergency nursing community. With more than 50,000 members worldwide, ENA advocates for patient safety, develops industry-leading practice standards and guidelines, and guides emergency healthcare public policy. ENA members have expertise in triage, patient care, disaster preparedness, and all aspects of emergency care. Additional information is available at www.ena.org.

New Black-focused Social Prescribing Project aims to improve health in Black communities TORONTO, CNW - The Black Health Committee, a committee of the Alliance for Healthier Communities in Ontario, is launching a new Black-focused Social Prescribing Project. The project will take a holistic approach to improve the health of people in Black communities.

In Canada and in Ontario, anti-Black racism is entrenched in societal systems and structures and impacts access for millions of Black people to education, housing, employment, healthcare and other resources.

The COVID-19 pandemic amplified existing disparities for Black communities; those impacts have been disproportionately felt by Black and racialized communities. A July 2020 study found that Black and racialized people make up 83% of COVID-19 cases reported in Ontario.

Social prescribing is an approach to healthcare that can bridge gaps between social and clinical models of health.

Using the trusted process of writing a prescription, social prescribing allows health providers to refer patients to

community-based programs that are co-created according to each client’s interests, goals, and gifts. In Ontario, Community Health Centres (CHCs) and other community-based primary health care organizations offer inter-professional and community services as part of their models of care, as they have for decades.

The goal of the Black Social Prescribing project is to develop a model of social prescribing grounded in Black and Afrocentric values and principles, and an approach that focuses on supporting Black families and children in Ontario.

“As a Community Health Centre focused on improving the health and wellbeing of Black communities in the Greater Toronto Area, we are excited to participate in the Black Social Prescribing Project as an essential model of integrated service that will be culturally affirming and based on the lived experiences of Black communities for improving their health and wellbeing,” said Liben Gebremikael, Executive Director at TAIBU Community Health Centre, who also

serves as Chair of the Board of the Alliance for Healthier Communities.

The majority of CHCs involved in the project are Black-led and offer clinical services, physiotherapy, counselling, mental health and addictions support, diabetes management and more. Through these community-governed primary health care organizations and their providers, the Black Social Prescribing project aims to address social determinants of health, such as food security, income security, education and social connections.

The Alliance for Healthier Communities previously piloted social prescribing initiatives across 11 community health centres in Ontario, representing a diversity of urban, rural, northern, and francophone communities. The results were very promising, with clients reporting 49% decrease in sense of loneliness, 19% increase in involvement in social activities, 12% increase in self-reported sense of mental health, and increased sense of belonging.

The Black Social Prescribing Project, which is funded by the Balsam Foundation, will be implemented over the next two and a half years in four CHCs: Somerset West CHC in Ottawa, as well as Rexdale CHC, TAIBU CHC and Black Creek CHC, all located in Toronto.

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Sweetpotato Wedge & Purple Cabbage Salad with P oppyseed Dressing

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New Heights with a Versatile Veggie (Family Features) The fresh flavor of favorite foods pulled hot off the grill makes summer cookouts a treasured pastime for families across the country. This year, you can make new memories at those backyard barbecues by keeping in mind that grilling isn’t only about charred burgers and steaks – delicious, grilled vegetables can be just as enjoyable.

Nutritious and full of antioxidants, sweetpotatoes are a perfect option for summer recipes as they’re easy to grill in a recipe like Sweetpotato Wedge & Purple Cabbage Salad with Poppyseed Dressing. Hearty yet light for a tasty side dish, this salad is effortlessly simple and combines crispy purple cabbage, juicy tomato, velvety feta and poppyseed dressing around sweetpotato wedges as the star of the show.

With nearly 70% of the nation’s sweetpotatoes pro-

duced in North Carolina, the state is the largest producer in the country of the year-round veggie ideal for grilling on those hot summer days. As a versatile superfood, their rich nutritional value and ease of use in a variety of dishes make them an ideal ingredient in recipes ranging from breakfasts and salads to protein bowls, tacos and more.

In addition to cooking on a classic grill, sweetpotatoes can also be prepared using a griddle. Until Sept. 30, you can enter the North Carolina Sweetpotato Commission’s Blazin’ Blackstone Giveaway to win one of 14 prize packages including the grand prize: a 28-inch XL Culinary Pro with Rangetop Bundle. Join fellow “griddlers” by sharing a photo of your favorite sweetpotato recipe and encouraging friends, family and online followers to do the same.

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Recipe courtesy of the North Carolina SweetPotato Commission Servings: 4 2 North Carolina sweetpotatoes 1/2 head purple cabbage 1 tablespoon olive oil salt, to taste pepper, to taste 6 tablespoons poppyseed dressing, divided 1 tablespoon chopped parsley 2 cups grape tomatoes, halved 3 tablespoons feta cheese, crumbled Preheat grill to 400 F. Scrub and wash sweetpotatoes. Cut each into six wedges. (If sweetpotatoes are long, consider cutting wedges in half.) Parboil sweetpotatoes 5 minutes, drain and cool 5 minutes.

Shred cabbage into thin slices.

Toss sweetpotatoes with olive oil and salt and pepper, to taste.

Place sweetpotato wedges on grill perpendicular to grates over direct heat; grill about 3 minutes on each side, or until tender-crisp with grill marks on each side. Remove from grill and set aside.

In zip-top bag or large bowl, toss cabbage with 4 tablespoons poppyseed dressing until coated. Add parsley and tomatoes; toss.

To serve, place sweetpotato wedges on bed of dressed cabbage and drizzle with remaining poppyseed dressing then sprinkle with cheese.

Serve warm or cold.

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