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EDUCATION High School Students Cook Up Change

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Washington, D.C. - A new website, available at Partnering4Health.org, will assist communities in decreasing the risks of chronic diseases and improve the public’s health. The website includes a comprehensive report, snapshots of the local community projects, an online training course, an inspiring video story, toolkits, and other materials. From 2014 to 2017, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provided five national organizations funding to work with 94 urban, rural, and tribal communities for implementing sustainable changes that support healthy communities and lifestyles. The website incorporates resources from the project and five national organizations - American Heart Association (AHA), American Planning Association (APA), National WIC Association (NWA), Directors of Health Promotion and Education (DHPE) and the Society for Public Health Education (SOPHE). A nine-part online course allows users to review key elements for sustaining the healthy community movement, by including evidence-based planning approaches to policy, systems and environmental change. The course, which can be completed in 1.5 hours or less, includes engaging videos, interactive activities at the end of each topic, and a course evaluation. Get more information and view the website at Partnering4Health.org.

LAW & POLITICS Morningstar: Bright Start Upgraded to Gold

CHICAGO – Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs recently announced that Illinois’ Bright Start College Savings Program is now, for the first time in history, a Goldrated program, according to Morningstar. Morningstar, which evaluates and rates college savings plans, released its results recently, rating Bright Start a “Gold-Rated Fund”. According to Morningstar, Bright Start is one of the four highest rated plans in the country. “We are always looking for ways to improve our 529 programs and make them the best in the country,” Treasurer Frerichs said. “Over the last two years, I took steps to ensure that Bright Start offered high quality investment options at a low cost. We are grateful that Morningstar continues to hold the Illinois plans in high esteem.”

GOVERNMENTAL Affairs Janice Garth

On Thursday, Nov. 16 at the Skyline Lofts at the Bridgeport Art Center located on 1200 W. 35th St., Chicago, IL 60609 Chicago Public High Schools will be Cooking up Change as part of Healthy Schools Campaign’s annual healthy cooking contest and fundraiser. Cooking up Change is a culinary competition founded by Healthy Schools Campaign that challenges student chefs to create healthy and delicious school meals that their peers will enjoy, while meeting strict nutritional standards and a tight budget, about $1 per meal. The winning team’s dishes will be served at all Chicago Public Schools next semester and the students will also win an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C. in June 2018 to compete at the national competition against other cities across the U.S.

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The former Reese hospital property will soon be re-transformed into the Burnham Lakefront site, which will have 14 million square feet of new development that includes office space, housing, retail, open space, data centers and more. Photo Credit: The Burnham Lakefront

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amenities, according to a Burnham Lakefront press release. “This site is directly adjacent to the The former Reese hospital property will soon McCormick Place and will be well served by be re-transformed into the Burnham Lakefront public transportation, highways and will have site, which will serve as a catalyst for growth in tremendous connectivity in terms of fiber,” neighborhoods like South Shore, Jackson Park, Goodman said. “The site will also continue Bronzeville, Hyde Park and others. the fabric of the city that creates jobs, more Scott Goodman, who is the lead developer for community spaces and encourage greater use of the Burnham Lakefront site, explained that the the Lakefront and business development.” property was set to be called the Olympic Village, The Burnham Lakefront size and location but due to Chicago being outbid by Brazil for the will also help create a SmartGrid or District 2016 Summer Olympics, it remained vacant until Energy system, which would bring renewable now. energy (solar, wind, geothermal) and provide “We think that with so many things within energy sources for the project. the global business market and the demand of “It will be fully sustainable in terms space, it’s a unique time for this unique Lakefront of power and we think to be able to put property to be developed,” Goodman said. together 30 to 100 acres of land allows us to He continued to say that the property is build an entirely forward-looking, modern important for local Chicagoans because the neighborhood [that will] be surrounded by overreaching goal is to bring more quality jobs rich-cultured communities,” Goodman said. to the community and it will compliment many He added the project will take up to 10-12 surrounding museums and institutions like the years to be completed, but the re-development upcoming Obama Presidential Center. agreement The Burnham Lakefront with the city will be 100-acres of land with Connect with the Citizen at of Chicago will an additional 144 acres for www.thechicagocitizen.com soon be finalized connected housing opportunity Follow us on in hopes of and 14 million square feet of Twitter @CitizenNewsNow working on new development that includes Like us on Facebook at the site in the office space, housing, retail, dgarth@thechicagocitizen coming months. open space, data centers and

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Conditions for pretrial release set by Cook County judges punish people while they await trial, as described in a report released by the Chicago Community Bond Fund (CCBF) on October 24. The report, entitled Punishment is Not a “Service”: The Injustice of Pretrial Conditions in Cook County, documents the harmful impacts of pretrial conditions, such as electronic monitoring, curfews, monthly check-ins, and drug testing, that restrict the liberty of people who have not been convicted of any crime. These conditions are supposedly intended to ensure that accused people come back to court and avoid re-arrest. However, they can have significant negative impacts on a person’s access to housing, jobs, and medical care, and their ability to support their children and families, according to a CCBF press release. The report recommends that any services provided by the court be supportive rather than punitive--such as, assistance with transportation and childcare to help people attend court dates, flexible court dates to accommodate work schedules, and referrals to truly supportive services based on individual needs. The report comes in the wake of Chief Judge Timothy Evans’ General Order 18.8A, which went into effect on September 18th. The order instructs bond court judges to set money bonds only in amounts that people can afford. While implementation of the order has reduced the number of unpayable bonds set by judges, judges in Cook County not only continue to set high monetary bonds in dozens of cases, they are also imposing restrictive conditions on people’s pretrial release that replicate the harms of unpayable bonds, the CCBF press release reports.

NNPA Second Vice Chairman Bernal E. Smith II Dies

The National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) is mourning the death of NNPA Second Vice Chairman Bernal E. Smith II, who died on Sunday, October 22. He was 45. Smith was publisher of the New Tri-State Defender in Memphis, TN. Smith had previously served as a member of the NNPA Board of Directors. In a released statement, Dorothy R. Leavell, chairman of the NNPA said, “I am personally saddened by Bernal’s death. We were optimistic about the many contributions he would make to the Fourth Estate. He was young, energetic, and full of great ideas. We were looking forward to implementing some Bernal E. Smith II of those concepts through NNPA as we worked to strengthen and advance the Black Press. It’s a great loss to our institution and we will sorely miss him. We send our deepest condolences to his family, Tri-State Defender staff, Black Media Properties, as well as the entire city of Memphis.”

Andrea Zopp named CEO of World Business Chicago by Mayor Rahm Emanuel

Chicago United recently announced that 2005 Business Leaders of Color honoree, Andrea Zopp, has been named CEO of World Business Chicago by Mayor Rahm Emanuel. According to a press release by the City of Chicago, Zopp will lead efforts to drive inclusive and economic growth in neighborhoods throughout Chicago, with a particular focus on neighborhoods on the South and West sides. In this role, Zopp will take a broader focus on improving Chicago neighborhoods to bring lasting change. In her previous role as deputy mayor and chief neighborhood officer, Zopp was charged with neighborhood economic development.

Underemployed and unemployed job seekers attend a job fair hosted by Skills and Walgreens. Photo Credit: Skills for Chicagoland’s Future

Skills for Chicagoland’s Future Celebrates Five Years By Christopher Shuttlesworth

Skills for Chicagoland’s Future, a public-private partnership located at 191 N. Wacker Drive, recently celebrated the jobplacement of more than 4,500 Chicagoland job-seekers since Skills launched five years ago. Over 80 percent of the job seekers that Skills placed in 2016 were African American. Almost, 35 percent of job-placed candidates were from Chicago neighborhoods with unemployment rates of more than 17 percent, according to a Skills press release. Some of the neighborhoods were Auburn-Gresham, Austin, Chatham, South Shore, South Chicago, West Garfield Park, West Pullman, Roseland, Woodlawn and Avalon Park. Skills also recently announced the results of a two-year independent study, which quantified Skills’ long-term economic impact on job seekers and tracked their like earnings and employment status. One finding highlighted that job-seekers who were hired through Skills earned, on average, $6,120 more per year than the comparison group, according to a Skills press release. Cherita Ellens, vice president of Business Operations and Communications at Skills, said the organization tested multiple job models, but their current model in terms of being more demand driven in learning about employers’ needs first became more effective in the hiring process.

“We work with the employers as our clients first because they’re the ones with the jobs,” Ellens said. “We want to start with the jobs and we have learned that by having these deep relationships with employers helps us become better advocates for the job-seekers.” She continued to explain that Skills’ job model allows them to learn more about the culture of the job organization, which better helps them match job-seekers with the right organization. She said while Skills analyzes employers first, they still take time to interview job-seekers before sending them to an official job interview. “We coach them and make sure they understand what the companies are looking for,” she said. “Some of the [jobseekers] have not interviewed in a long time so they’re a little rusty or nervous because the interview means more to them than anyone would ever know.” Ellens said she advises all job-seekers to be “ready” for their interviews by having some background information on the employer and knowledge about the potential job role. Since 2012, Skills organization has grown from working with five to 60 employers. They include the University of Chicago Medicine, Chase, Walgreens, CVW, Old Navy and O’Hare Airport. For more information, you can visit https://www. skillsforchicagolandsfuture.com/.

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Americans’ Debt Has Risen in 2017 LOS ANGELES -Americans’ average debt amount in 2017 is $140,113, a new study found. Personal finance website GOBankingRates surveyed over 2,500 adults across the U.S. to find how much debt the average American has. GOBankingRates asked the following six questions: How much debt do you currently have? How much mortgage debt do you currently have? How much credit card debt do you currently have? How much student loan debt do you currently have? How much auto loan debt do you currently have? How much medical debt do you currently have? The survey found that the percentage of debt varies greatly depending on the type of debt, as well as age and gender. Most Common Type of Debt in America Mortgage Debt: 65 percent of Americans Least Common Type of Debt in America Medical Debt: 21 percent For full study results and more details on methodology, visit: Here’s How Much Debt Americans Have in 2017. Top 5 States With the Highest Average Debt 1. Hawaii: $869,250 2. Maryland: $284,851 3. Texas: $185,583

4. Oklahoma: $174,838 5. Indiana: $166,844 Top 5 States With the Lowest Average Debt 1. Washington, D.C.: $1,611 2. Arkansas: $2,286 3. Louisiana: $6,139 4. South Dakota: $6,738 5. Nebraska: $8,426 Additional Study Insights The two states with the highest percentage of credit card debt are Hawaii and Maine (where 75 percent of people have debt). Men have three times as much debt as women do. Older Gen Xers have the most debt, at $130,656.

The new 2018 Porsche 911 Carrera T ATLANTA-- Porsche is reinvigorating the concept of the puristic 911 T model GT Silver are available. from 1968 with the new 2018 911 Carrera T. With less weight, a manual Purist interior concept and new interior package  The 911 Carrera T is fitted with transmission with a shorter constant transaxle ratio, and a standard mechanical black 4-way electrically adjustable Sport Seats Plus with seat centers in Sportrear differential lock, performance and driving pleasure are heightened. The 911 Tex. The headrests are embroidered with a black “911” logo. When ordered with Carrera T (“T” stands for Touring) is also equipped with several performancethe optional Full Bucket Seats (available on a 911 Carrera model for the first enhancing features that are not available on the standard 911 Carrera. This time), rear seats are deleted. The GT Sport Steering wheel with leather rim, also includes the PASM Sport Suspension with a 0.39-inch (10 mm) lower ride standard, comes fitted with a switch for driving mode selection. The shortened height, a shortened gear lever with an embossed shift pattern in red, and seat gear lever with shift pattern embossed in red is reserved for the 911 Carrera T. centers made of Sport-Tex material. Rear-axle steering is not available for the The interior trim on the dashboard and doors is in black as are the door opener standard 911 Carrera but is an option for the 911 Carrera T. loops. The Carrera T Interior Package is new: With available contrasting colors in Based on the 370 hp 911 Carrera Coupe, Racing Yellow, Guards Red or GT Silver, the new model features unique design it provides additional colored accents elements. The 911 Carrera T is equipped via the seat belts, the “911” logo on the to be light and sporty: The rear headrests, the door opener loops, and windshield and rear side windows are the seat centers made of Sport-Tex. made of lightweight glass, and door Improved power-to-weight ratio and opener loops on the inside replace the performance conventional door openers. Similar to The twin-turbo 3.0 flat-six engine the 911 GTS models, sound insulation develops 370 hp and 339 lb-ft of has been reduced. Weighing 3,142 torque, the latter of which is available in pounds, the 911 Carrera T is the lightest a broad range between 1,750 and 5,000 model in the 911 Carrera range. rpm. Thanks to the manual transmission Dynamic exterior design with unique with a shorter constant transaxle ratio PR News Photo/Porsche Cars, North America Inc. features  The design of the 911 Carrera and the mechanical rear differential T underscores performance. The 911 Carrera T is fitted with an aerodynamically lock, the 911 Carrera T accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 4.3 seconds, 0.1 optimized front spoiler lip that comes with the PASM Sport Suspension. The second quicker than the standard 911 Carrera. The manual version reaches a top SportDesign exterior mirrors are painted in Agate Grey. The vehicle’s side track speed of 182 mph. When equipped with the optional PDK transmission, profile features 20-inch Carrera S wheels painted in Titanium Grey and a stripe the 911 Carrera T reaches 60 mph in 4.0 seconds using the standard launch bearing the model designation. The louvers of the rear decklid grill, the Porsche control feature and has a top track speed of 180 mph. logotype, and the model designation “911 Carrera T” are finished in Agate Grey. Pricing and availability  The 2018 911 Carrera T is now available for ordering and The standard Sport Exhaust System with black exhaust tips characterizes the is expected to reach U.S. dealers by March 2018. The base MSRP is $102,100, rear of the car. Paint options of Lava Orange, Black, Guards Red, Racing Yellow, excluding the $1,050 delivery, processing and handling fee. White and Miami Blue as well as the metallic colors Carrera White, Jet Black and Source: Porsche Cars North America

Veterans thriving as small business owners, according to Allstate/USA Today Small Business Barometer Optimism among veteran small business owners is outpacing the nation’s small businesses as a whole, according to this year’s Allstate/USA Today Small Business Barometer.i The annual index study released new data ahead of Veterans Day showing that veteran entrepreneurs’ optimism is at a resounding 99 out of 100 — which the Barometer found is a reflection of veterans’ overall success in areas such as business performance, hiring and growth. In fact, nearly three-quarters (73 percent) of veterans say there’s never been a better time to own a small business. And while the numbers are high among all small business owners — 64 percent say the best time to own a business is now and 92 percent report high optimism — veterans’ positive views of the small business climate are consistent across the board. “Being in the military challenges you to become your best self, and some of the skills it teaches — respect, organization, discipline and loyalty — are exactly the kind of traits it takes to successfully run your own small business,” said Steven James, an Allstate agency owner for the past nine years and a 10-year military veteran. “Owning two small businesses also allows me to continue pursuing my passion for giving back and serving the community I call home.” The Small Business Barometer, in its second year, combines a national survey of nearly 2,800 small-business owners with federal economic data to provide a comprehensive profile of the sector across the United States and in 25 of its largest cities. For the first time this year, the Barometer oversampled veteran business owners to get a pulse of this influential group. The U.S. Small Business Administration’s Office of Veterans Business Development says there is approximately one veteran-owned firm for every 10 veterans; veterans are 45 percent more likely than nonveterans to be self-employed; and more than one-third of veteran business owners say that while on active duty, they learned skills that directly transfer to the business world. The Barometer results reveal that nearly half (45 percent) of all small-business owners employ veterans, and more than a third (35 percent) have veteran hiring practices. Why is that? Respondents gave a number of reasons, but a few stood out: 51 percent said they have veteran hiring practices because it’s the right thing to do; 46 percent said it’s because of transferable traits and skills; and 41 percent of all smallbusiness owners said they value veterans’ teamwork skills. In addition to selling business insurance products, Allstate works with a network of more than 10,000 small businesses across the country who use veteran-friendly hiring practices. Through its Joining Forces for Good Licensing Program, for example, Allstate provides veterans and their spouses with the necessary tools to translate their skills into a career as a licensed sales professional for an Allstate agency owner — and with bonuses for passing their property and casualty licensing test, even if they don’t end up in an Allstate agency. The classes are offered online and in person. For more information on the Small Business Barometer, including veteran-specific data, visit allstate.com/barometer. For more information about Allstate’s veteran hiring and insurance sales licensing program, Joining Forces for Good, visit allstateveterans.com. For small business owners looking for access to valuable advice and insights, visit Small Business Connection, where Allstate and many other companies are helping small businesses succeed.

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ComEd debuted Solar Powered Fashion recently which was designed by Latino Students with the help of fashion designer Ronald Rodriguez at Latino Fashion week’s runway. The ComEd Solar Spotlight program connected ComEd engineers and students throughout Chicagoland area in a twoday immersion through live, hands-on solar demonstrations. The Solar Powered Fashion will be on display at the Mexican Museum of National Art and at the National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture. The Solar Powered designs shown in the photos along with the Bronzeville Solar Powered Pyramid concluded this year’s Solar Spotlight program.

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Breaking the Laws of Beauty, LAWLESS Intros 8 New Liquid Lipsticks “I’m creating a line of truly natural cosmetics that perform, look, According to health research, 64% of chemicals placed on our and feel just as great as conventional products that we’re used to, but skin is absorbed and absorption rates on our face or scalp are 5-10 times without all the harmful ingredients our bodies directly absorb. Quality higher than other parts of our body. With these facts in mind, all LAWLESS formulations are developed of ingredients and innovative formulations are a core focus to guarantee all components are actually natural and deliver the results we want for with naturally derived ingredients, according to a press release and there full-coverage, long-lasting makeup. I enjoy the ritual and self-care aspect are no silicones, parabens, chemical preservatives, or components that of applying makeup daily, and beautiful products are a big part of that. I have been linked to the formation of certain cancers. LAWLESS opens with a high-end line of 8 natural soft matte liquid plan to create a full range so women can have it all, the way it should be,” said Lawless. lipsticks in eight highly pigmented universal shades ranging from peachy nudes to With plans to expand to a full cosmetics line deep reds. Formulated to be a lightweight, in 2018, LAWLESS specifically chose to open with long-wearing, hydrating liquid lipstick liquid lipsticks as lip product is one of the most that dries down to a soft matte finish, the commonly ingested cosmetics. It’s also an ode to company markets the formula as wearing keeping natural makeup on par with beauty trends comfortably and fading naturally without without compromising ingredients and results. flaking or crumbling. With long-wear guaranteed, the opening soft Founded by Annie Lawless, an matte liquid lipstick line is make-out approved. entrepreneurial force in the wellness space, With shades named after boys ranging from soft Annie is a founder of one the largest organic and peachy nudes named Cameron, Leo, George cold-pressed juice companies, Suja Juice. to blush pinks and deep reds named Jake, Brad, She is a certified holistic health coach and is Ryan, Romeo and Dane. You get to decide who recognized on Forbes 30 Under 30 for her LAWLESS opens with 8 Natural Soft Matte you want to make out with. LAWLESS liquid notable accomplishments in the wellness lipsticks are buildable, hydrating and dry down Liquid Lipsticks that are Natural AF. industry. Annie Lawless is also the creator of within one to two minutes for a smooth and Blawnde, a beauty and wellness blog sharing pigmented finish. makeup tips, fashion, travel, and more. All LAWLESS products are 100% cruelty free and utilize all naturally In 2015, after an investment from Coca-Cola and Goldman Sachs derived ingredients. in 50% of Suja at a valuation of $300M, Annie decided to step away Each shade will be sold individually at $25 each at LawlessBeauty.com. from the company to pursue another one of her passions: beauty. True The opening collection will be available online on November 2 at Neiman to her entrepreneurial spirit, she developed and launched LAWLESS to Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman, and in the Neiman Marcus brick and carve a new luxury natural category in the cosmetics industry. mortar in Dallas, Texas.

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briefly College fashionista Expands Digital Platform And Introduces A New Fellowship Program For College Students NEW YORK -- College fashionista, a Clique Media Group– owned global community and platform for collegiate Style Gurus to share their passion for the latest styles and happenings on campus, announced its Fellowship Program, a new digital educational platform first available to students for the fall 2017 semester. The program seeks to reinvent the digital education model and gives students the opportunity to specialize their education path with over 20 semester-long programs in coding, marketing, public relations, social media, editorial, graphic design, and more.

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How Churches Can Reduce Their Risk for Money Thefts Volunteers and Employees According to the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, nonprofits lose an average of 5-7 percent of their revenues each year to fraud and theft. Brotherhood Mutual, an insurance company specializing in serving religious institutions, says that over $39 billion was stolen from churches in 2014, surpassing the $35 billion churches spent on missionary work in the same period. Certified public accountant Lisa London, author of the globally Lisa London recognized guide Using QuickBooks Online for Small Nonprofits and Churches, says the thieves are usually the people you would least suspect. Their crimes require motives, means, and opportunity. Not much can be done about motives, London notes, but churches and nonprofits can do something about limiting the means and opportunities that may be present for the more than 62 million people who volunteer each year for their churches, local PTAs, Little Leagues, homeowner associations, and civic groups who may be asked to handle money for the organization or a fundraiser. London’s mission is two-fold: to reduce the fraud and its

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impact on nonprofits and to take the fear out of being a volunteer tasked with handling money. London has three simple steps any size organization can take to keep the money safe and the employees and volunteers above suspicion. She suggests always having two people handle the money whether at a fundraiser or a regular Using QuickBooks Online for Small meeting, not letting Nonprofits & Churches the person in charge of the bank account also have access to the donor records, and regularly comparing the financial results to a budget. Lisa London, CPA, is the author of “The Accountant Beside You” series of resources which are being used by tens of thousands of organizations around the world. Her book, Using QuickBooks Online for Small Nonprofits & Churches, includes detailed steps to guard against fraud while setting up an accounting system for a small nonprofit or church. London has been a CPA for three decades and specializes in assisting small businesses, nonprofits and churches. She has been quoted in U.S. News and World Report and featured on the nationally syndicated “Ed Tyll Show,” North Carolina Public Radio’s “The State of Things,” and on CBS or ABC affiliates in Pittsburg, Kan., Greenville, N.C. and numerous other stations around the nation.

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MARIANO’S CELEBRATE 1ST YEAR ANNIVERSARY IN BRONZEVILLE

from Rev. Dr. Derrick B. Wells,

Senior Minister of Christ Universal Temple

BUT WHO DO YOU SAY I AM? One afternoon, after doing something pretty miraculous, Jesus and his disciples were traveling on to another village. In between the steps of their journey, Jesus initiated what seemed to be a fairly innocuous conversation, which he began innocently enough by asking the question, “Who do people say that I am?” The disciples answered according to what the people had been saying about this man of mystery. Then Jesus raised the stakes and asked, “But who do you say that I am?” to which one of the disciples replied, “You are the Messiah.” What would happen if we would ask the same questions of the people in our circle of influence? Note, it is not that we should be overly consumed with what other people think about us. However, there is something to be learned from the conversations being generated based upon the fruits we produce. This kind of feedback provides insight into how consistently we may be living out and being known by the fruit of the Spirit. More importantly, we have to remember to live from the effluence of our spiritual nature. As children of God, we have been given authority over what we can produce. We have the ability to determine what we think, how we feel, what we do, and how we respond. This also means that we must take complete and total responsibility for everything in our life. As divine beings, we are responsible and accountable for what we create. God lives in us as our true spiritual nature and desires to express through each of us as love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. No excuses, just the execution that comes with being true to who we are and whose we are. We will be known by our fruit, so let’s really give them something to talk about.

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Celebrating Mariano’s 1 year anniversary at 39th and King Dr. were, Dianne Camron and JoAnn Davis who were rep resenting Reggio’s Pizza.

Maria Velazquez and Evelyn Rivera greets Bob Sheppard, Area Leader for Mariano's

Deserie Sanders, Advantage Solutions Edna Sanders, encourages a customer to taste with one the many products represented test a vodka martini. by the company.

U.S. Congressman Bobby Rush (1) gets a little help from his daughter Kacy Rush, at the checkout in Mariano’s which was celebrating its 1st year.

Dritt Jetter blends his brand of spirits for a customer. Jetter’s company is the only Black manufactuer of spirits in the United States.

Pamela Jones served a mini meal as she taste test ed her Char Boy’s Sauce.

Hernando Freeman demon strates his product.

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Circle of Sisters Delivered a Day of Fun, Laughter & Sisterhood New York, NY - The Annual Circle of Sisters EXPO closed with a record-breaking number of attendees at the Jacob Javits Convention Center in New York City, recently. Circle of Sisters remains the largest EXPO in New York City that celebrates and unites women of color. Highlights of the day included the legendary actress Cicely Tyson who was honored by the WBLS team with the Circle of Sisters Living Legend Award, prima ballerina Misty Copeland shared her experience with attendees and received a special award. The day was jammed-packed with stars of stage and screen, performers, entertainers, chefs and so much more. From Vivica A. Fox to Basketball Wives’ Evelyn Lozada, Imposter’s Stephen Bishop and Power’s Rotimi; to Papoose and rap artist Remy Ma as well as gospel artist JJ Hairston and wife Trina -- all gave the audience what they wanted. From relationship advice to delving into the State of Black America, CNN Political Commentator Bakari Sellers joined Pastor A.R. Bernard, Rev. Al Sharpton and WBLS’ Ann Tripp to set a framework for the community. “We commit every year to making Circle of Sisters bigger than the year before. This year was no different,” says Charlie Morgan, Senior Vice President/Market Manager WBLS/WLIB. “This was our best year yet! The EXPO continues to grow beyond our imagination. Circle of Sisters (COS) is the largest expo for women of color in New York City. Produced and hosted by WBLS-FM, HOT 97, WLIB – AM and Emmis Communications, COS hosts a variety of panel discussions, seminars, gospel concerts and a fashion show in addition to over 200 vendors and small businesses selling unique items and services all weekend. Each year, participants can attend informative and empowering panel discussions led by authors, field experts, political figures and some of the biggest names in entertainment.

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Ratings Up for Family Time and Grown Folks Grown Folks is about ATLANTA-two blue-collar couples The second episode who share a duplex premiere telecasts of while navigating life, the Bounce original marriage and friendship, comedies Family in Honeymooners-esque Time and Grown fashion. The series stars Folks recently racked Gary “G Thang” Johnson up strong doubleas a frugal skycap for digit viewership an international airline, increases versus their Tracey Cherelle Jones week one premieres. as his wife Jillian, a New Family pragmatic social worker, Time episodes Jay Phillips as zany premiere on Bounce plumber James and Caryn Monday nights at Ward Ross as Jay’s stay9:00 p.m. ET/PT New Family Time episodes premiere on Bounce Monday nights at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT at-home wife Brenda. followed by new followed by new Grown Folks at 9:30 p.m. ET/PT. Bounce is seen in 99 Grown Folks at 9:30 million homes across the p.m. ET/PT. United States and 95% of all African-American homes Family Time stars Omar Gooding (Tony) and Angell and features a programming mix of original and offConwell (Lisa) as a pair of high school sweethearts network series, theatrical motion pictures, specials, living a new life in the suburbs with their mischievous live sports and more. Visit BounceTV.com for more children, played by Bentley Kyle Evans, Jr. and Jayla information. Calhoun.

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By Alma Gill (NNPA Newswire Columnist) Dear Alma: I am a 64 year-old divorced woman who lives with my father. Some years ago, when my marriage fell apart, and Mom was diagnosed with dementia, I moved back home to help my dad with her. I was also working part-time, so I couldn’t afford my own apartment. Two years ago, Dad and I could no longer care for Mom at home, so we put her in a care facility, and I retired. During this time, I have made new friends, three of them live in the state of New Mexico. A few months ago, I went to visit these friends, and fell in love with New Mexico. The cost of living isn’t as high as it is here, and the laid-back, small city life seems to mesh well with my personality. I feel this is the place I am meant to live Alma Gill says that you’ll never the rest of my life. My problem is regret the time spent with elderly that Dad is 87, and parents once they’re gone. I’m leery of moving hundreds of miles away, knowing there are some thugs in the neighborhood, who may try to break into the house once they learn Dad is there alone. Although I have a sister, she has never been there for our parents the way I have been. In fact, our parents haven’t seen her in seven years. Some friends and relatives say I should go for it, since I’m divorced and childless, and also reminding me I’m no longer a young woman. Then, there are those who feel I’m being selfish for wanting to make this move and finally live my own life. Am I wrong? Sincerely, New Mexico is Calling Me Dear New Mexico, Hello, my darling, thank you for taking the time to email me and to allow me the privilege to weigh-in on your situation. It takes a special person to care for elderly and/or invalid family members. I’m sending a big hug your way. I want to start by sharing that my mom lived with me and my family for the last two years of her life. She had come to a place where she could no longer live alone. Was my life on hold? Yes, but I wouldn’t take a dime for that time, as I’m sure, neither would you. You’ve already lived through the thick of it, so, there isn’t much more I could share with you about the “role reversal” regarding parental care. It’s hard, it’s thankless and it’s heartbreakingly some of the best times you’ll spend with your parents, unconditionally caring for them as they did for you. It’s an honor for us, but not so much for strong-willed parents. Their eyes always seem to see you as the child they raised. It doesn’t matter how old you are, how many children you have or how many times you’ve been married. LOL. I can’t help but think, now that your mom’s gone on to glory, that you should continue to be there for your dad. Don’t abandon him now. Stay, give him the same love and commitment you gave to your mother. Your dad, I take it, doesn’t need as much attention, but that shouldn’t determine your decision. You’re doing it just, because it’s the right thing to do. Is it selfish for you to want a break, to want to relocate and start living your own life? Absolutely not at all, that’s normal and you have every right to feel that way. You’ve been an attentive, dedicated and loving daughter… don’t stop now. There’s no need to relocate, just yet. Take care of your Dad and, every three months or so, go visit your friends for a week or two. Sadly, when your dad’s no longer with us—it’ll be time to make your move. I don’t have either one of my parents anymore, and I regret the extra time I missed spending with them every day, because I was busy, I had a family, I had people to see, places to go, things to do. So, trust me, you’ll never regret putting your life on hold by choosing to honor your mother and father. God is watching and will undoubtedly grant you the desires of your heart. Hold on a little longer, your day is coming. You gave and it will be given back to you in good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over. Alma Gill’s newsroom experience spans more than 25 years, including various roles at USA Today, Newsday and The Washington Post. Email questions to: alwaysaskalma@gmail. com. Follow her on Facebook at “Ask Alma” and Twitter @ almaaskalma.

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