HYDE PARK CITIZEN 4-21-2021

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Citizen Week of April 21, 2021

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The Museum of Science and Industry recently received a gift from MSI Trustee and business leader Ann M. Drake, which is meant to increase interest in STEM careers, with a focus on girls and diversity.

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NEW INITIATIVE AT MSI TO INVOLVE MORE GIRLS IN STEM CAREERS A donation from Ann M. Drake, business leader and Museum of Science and Industry trustee, will enable the institution to create an initiative to encourage more girls to enter STEM careers. PAGE 2

Pervasive Hunger Crisis Persists In U.S. Military, According To New Report

Spelman College Breaks Admissions Application Record

DePaul University receives $21 million for scholarships, homelessness institute

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NEWS briefly EDUCATION SPELMAN COLLEGE BREAKS ADMISSIONS APPLICATION RECORD Disruptions caused by the coronavirus pandemic and the swift move from in-person learning to virtual education did not deter students from completing college applications.

This year, Spelman College received more than 11,000 applications for the 2021-2022 admissions cycle. The number represents the highest application pool in the College’s 140-year history, and a 20 percent increase over last year.

“The increased interest in Spelman is a testament to the College’s reputation of graduating Black women with a competitive edge who rise to leadership roles across industries and impact positive change in their communities,” said Mary Schmidt Campbell, Ph.D., president of Spelman. “Our admissions team has done an excellent job of sharing our stellar outcomes with prospective students from across the nation. We are excited that these bright young minds are seizing the opportunity to experience our unique liberal arts education by applying to Spelman.”

HEALTH

WEIGHT LINKED TO RISK OF SECOND CANCER AFTER BREAST CANCER Breast cancer survivors who are overweight have a statistically significant increased risk of developing second primary cancers, according to results from a study conducted by Kaiser Permanente researchers and published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute.

There are approximately 3.9 million breast cancer survivors in the United States today and studies have found women diagnosed with breast cancer have an 18% increased risk for developing a second cancer compared to the general population. This increased risk is likely due to shared risk factors between the first and second cancers, genetic susceptibility, and long-term effects of breast cancer treatment. Obesity is also strongly associated with an increased risk of several types of cancer. In fact, an estimated 55% of all cancers in women occur in those who are overweight or obese.

LAW & POLITICS

PERVASIVE HUNGER CRISIS PERSISTS IN U.S. MILITARY, ACCORDING TO NEW REPORT As demand at food banks remains at an all-time high amid the COVID-19 pandemic, a new report from MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger — a national organization fighting to end hunger among people of all faiths and backgrounds in the United States and Israel — details the persistent food insecurity among currently serving military families.

“Despite the fact that solutions are both possible and readily available, Congress has paid lip service to supporting our troops while consistently failing our servicemembers by doing next to nothing to ensure that the members of our military who sacrifice to keep us safe can feed themselves and their families,” said Abby J. Leibman, president and CEO of MAZON and co-author of the report. “Even one military family facing food insecurity is unconscionable.

The hunger crisis in the military has only gotten worse amid the pandemic. It’s a persistent problem that is deliberately obfuscated and doesn’t receive nearly the attention it deserves. We are pleased to release today’s report, which summarizes MAZON’s justice-centered approach to tackle the structural problems that allow hunger to continue, especially among military families.”

“Hungry in the Military: Food Insecurity Among Military Families in the U.S.,” can be found on MAZON’s website at https://mazon.org/wp-content/uploads/ MAZON-Military-Hunger-Report-April-2021.pdf

New initiative at MSI to involve more girls in STEM careers Continued from page 1

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A donation from Ann M. Drake, business leader and Museum of Science and Industry trustee, will enable the institution to create an initiative to encourage more girls to enter STEM careers.

“Throughout my career, I’ve focused on paving the way for change and working to make an impact in industry, especially for women. It’s critical to have role models, support networks and opportunities that can help girls find their future,” Drake said in a release. “With this gift, I hope to encourage and advance girls and women in STEM fields, and create a bright future for us all.”

Dr. Rabiah Mayas is the vice president of education for the Museum of Science and Industry. Mayas said the gift deepens the museum’s commitment to welcoming all young people to get into and get excited about science, potentially following careers in science.

“The Museum has always been very open and welcoming, but we recognize we can always do more, as it relates to inclusion and equity,” she said. “This particular gift is really powerful because it’s going to allow us to, not only develop programming that is specific to girls and young women to engage in science and connect

with the Museum, but it’s also helping us think more deeply about how we can be more gender inclusive across all of our programming area[s].”

Mayas said those areas include teaching practices, program development, how MSI leads programs and who is featured in those programs. She said the museum has done a great job of that already, but the grant will allow the institution to do that more deeply, in a more thoughtful and strategic way.

The new initiative focuses on girls in grades 4 through 8. Mayas said that in the science education field, fourth to eighth grade students are consciously or unconsciously deciding who they want to be and what paths they want to pursue. She said studies and research show it is a critical time where they are making choices and building an identity for themselves about whether they see themselves participating in and being a part of science.

Mayas said it is the reason why for the last 15 years, the museum has focused on young people in that age group, to make sure they are getting exposure to science that gets them excited about science.

Mayas said factors that can contribute to a loss of interest in science include not having a great science teacher and not being exposed to scientists, technicians or engineers. She added, the museum has

been focused on supporting middle grade science teachers as well by helping them to build strong teaching practices and becoming confident and enthusiastic about teaching high quality science.

Mayas said there are also programs that provide exposure to diverse types of people who are engaged in science, with the hope that students will see people who are like them and will want to be like them when they grow older.

There is an opportunity with the programs and initiatives the museum has to change the narrative of who is good at science, who is good at math and who belongs in technology, Mayas continued.

She added, the message they want to send is every pathway is available to young people, independent of race, ethnicity, gender, or how much income a family earns. “We have to be very intentional about that because the system, to date, has not been as welcoming and inclusive as it has needed to be for all of our kids,” she said.

The Museum of Science and Industry hopes to engage more than 3,000 girls annually. This summer, the museum will host its first girls only summer camp in its digital fabrication lab. It will also increase girls’ participation in Black Creativity Family Day and Jr. Science Café, with partnerships with girl-focused organizations.

CBCF Announces the Sojourner Truth Legacy Project Virtual Program The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Inc. (CBCF) recently announced the Sojourner Truth Legacy Project Virtual Program. The virtual program will highlight the outstanding work of Black women who have dedicated their careers to eliminating systemic barriers and ensuring equity for all as well as recognize the newly-elected women members of the Congressional Black Caucus.

Black women continue to serve as change agents, from mobilizing the Black community to vote to ensuring the community’s safety against COVID-19. Through that lens, the program will also feature a panel discussion that will examine Black women’s political and community engagement in 2020, note Black women’s achievements and

breakthroughs from last year and explore their critical role in modern social movements. Attendees are also encouraged to submit questions for the panel before the virtual program.

Panelists participating during the program include Bishop Leah D. Daughtry, Presiding Prelate, The House of the Lord Churches, Harvard University Institute of Politics; Letitia James, Attorney General of New York; and Minyon Moore, Principal, Dewey Square Group. Key participants also include Congressional Black Caucus Chairwoman, Rep. Joyce Beatty and The Sojourner Truth Legacy Project Chairwoman, Rep. Yvette Clarke. The panel will be moderated by Dr. Patrice Johnson, Vice President of the CBCF’s Center for Policy Analysis & Research and the Leadership Institute.

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Sojourner Truth (pictured) was an American abolitionist and women’s rights activist. The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Inc. (CBCF) recently announced the Sojourner Truth Legacy Project Virtual Program, which highlights the outstanding work of Black women and recognizes the newly-elected women members of the Congressional Black Caucus.

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DePaul University receives $21 million for scholarships, homelessness institute DePaul University alumnus George L. Ruff and his wife, Tanya S. Ruff, have made estate and monetary gifts to the university totaling $21 million to support scholarships and DePaul’s Institute of Global Homelessness. In recognition of the gift, the institute will be renamed the George and Tanya Ruff Institute of Global Homelessness.

“George and Tanya Ruff are extremely generous individuals who are devoted to our university and the Vincentian mission we all hold dear,” said DePaul President A. Gabriel Esteban, Ph.D. “On behalf of DePaul, I am extremely grateful to George and Tanya for their transformational gift. It will benefit our students and the larger community for many decades to come.”

A 1974 graduate of DePaul’s Driehaus College of Business, Mr. Ruff is senior principal of Trinity Hotel Investors LLC and a member of DePaul’s School of Hospitality Leadership Advisory Board and Philanthropy Committee. He helped establish the Real Estate Center in the Richard H. Driehaus College of Business. The Ruffs have also contributed to the College of Business through the George L. Ruff Endowed Scholarship in Hospitality Leadership, the Coleman Entrepreneurship Center Endowment and the George L. Ruff Endowed Chair in Real Estate.

Mrs. Ruff has been an important partner in this work and a dedicated advocate for DePaul. The couple has honored DePaul’s Vincentian mission by contributing to the Holtschneider Chair in Vincentian Studies, representing DePaul overseas, and participating in numerous campus activities in support of students.

Scholarship supports DePaul students The George L. and Tanya S. Ruff Endowed Scholarship that will be created with this new gift is designed to benefit low-income students, students of color, first-generation college students and current members or veterans of the United States armed services.

The Ruffs have made part of the scholarship funds available immediately to support Now We Must: The Campaign for DePaul’s Students, an ambitious fundraising initiative that aims to help students through the hardships of the COVID-19 pandemic. Mr. Ruff serves on the Now We Must campaign committee.

To encourage others to help students, the Ruffs have issued the “Double Your Impact” Ruff Scholarship Challenge, which is running now through Dec. 31, 2021. During this time, the Ruffs will match any gift of $50,000 or more, up to $750,000, to create a new endowed scholarship for low-income students, students of color, first-generation students or active military and veteran students.

Gift supports work to end street homelessness Homelessness also became a cause the couple took to heart, particularly upon meeting Mark McGreevy, one of the founders of the Institute of Global Homelessness at DePaul. “I became very interested in trying to do something about the homelessness situation I was seeing unfold across the nation and around the world,” Ruff said. “Ending homelessness is something Tanya and I are interested in being a part of and are happy to lend our names to.”

Funds designated to the George and Tanya Ruff Institute of Global Homelessness can be used immediately and in perpetuity to promote efforts to alleviate the suffering of those experiencing housing insecurity, with the goal of ending street homelessness through research, global cooperation and direct action.

McGreevy is group chief executive of Depaul International, the London-based international nonprofit that

“THE LONG OVERDUE RENOVATION OF THE FAÇADE ON THE UIC CAMPUS, MADE POSSIBLE THROUGH FUNDING FROM THE HISTORIC BIPARTISAN REBUILD ILLINOIS CAPITAL PLAN, WILL FURTHER CEMENT THE UNIVERSITY’S PLACE AS A WORLD-CLASS INSTITUTION THAT EXCELS IN PREPARING TALENTED STUDENTS FOR THE CAREERS OF TOMORROW.” Governor JB Pritzker.

Illinois Capital Development Board Releases Nearly $10 Million in Funding to University of Illinois Chicago Towards the Renovation of the Façade

DePaul alumnus George L. Ruff and his wife, Tanya S. Ruff, have made gifts to the university totaling $21 million to support scholarships and DePaul’s Institute of Global Homelessness. Image by Tom Evans courtesy of George and Tanya Ruff

The funds designated to the George and Tanya Ruff Institute of Global Homelessness promote efforts to alleviate the suffering of those experiencing housing insecurity.

Image courtesy of Institute of Global Homelessness

coordinates with the Ruff Institute of Global Homelessness and other affiliates in several countries. “The Ruffs’ most recent commitment to the cause of ending global homelessness is characteristic of their extraordinary generosity and devotion to the Vincentian mission of DePaul University. They were there in the early days of the Institute, and their involvement will continue to inspire our movement going forward,” McGreevy said. www.citizennewspapergroup.com

Nearly $10 million has been released for the renovation of the façade of the Science and Engineering South Building at University of Illinois – Chicago (UIC), according to a recent announcement made by the The Illinois Capital Development Board.

The funding will help address deferred maintenance projects on University of Illinois - Chicago campus that have been stalled due to a lack of investment by previous administrations. Made possible by Governor Pritzker’s bipartisan capital plan, the first in nearly a decade, the renovation work will create jobs and economic opportunities for residents in the surrounding community.

CDB will oversee the project’s renovation under the protocol for state-appropriated capital projects.

“Illinois is home to the best universities and research centers in the world and boasts a talented workforce that attracts companies from across the globe,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “The long overdue renovation of the façade on the UIC campus, made possible through funding from the historic bipartisan Rebuild Illinois capital plan, will further cement the university’s place as a world-class institution that excels in preparing talented students for the careers of tomorrow.”

“I am thankful to the State of Illinois for investing in repairing and replacing of the masonry, tuckpointing, and other exterior repairs,” said CDB Executive Director Jim Underwood. “The Rebuild Illinois capital plan is essential for upgrading and improving facilities throughout the state.”

“Maintaining our facilities is critical to ensure that our students have the educational and research opportunities they

need to be successful in their careers,” said UIC Chancellor Michael Amiridis. “The Science and Engineering South building houses laboratories, classrooms and offices for our physics, earth and environmental sciences, and chemistry departments where the work ranges from computational modeling and simulations of big data to drug discovery. We are grateful to Governor Pritzker and Rebuild Illinois for the continued support.”

“The University of Illinois at Chicago is a world-class institution, and it’s critically important that we maintain the facility to continue to attract talented staff and students. The announcement of nearly $10 million for structural repairs reflects the state’s commitment to that cause, and I’m thankful that the Rebuild Illinois capital program is addressing the needs of our higher education system,” State Senator Patricia Van Pelt said.

“Today’s announcement of capital funding to the University of Illinois Chicago will be a tremendous asset to the longevity and attraction of the institution. The state has neglected this type of regular maintenance for too long, and I thank Governor Pritzker for recognizing that investments in our institutions of higher learning is an investment in our future workforce,” stated State Representative Lakesia Collins.

The historic Rebuild Illinois capital plan passed with bipartisan super-majorities and will invest $45 billion in roads, bridges, railways, universities, early childhood centers, and state facilities like the new crime lab and veterans’ homes, creating, and supporting an estimated 540,000 jobs over the life of the six-year plan and revitalizing local economies across the state.

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BUSINESS

UScellular Board of Directors Nominates Deirdre C. Drake United States Cellular Corporation (NYSE:USM) recently announced that the board of directors has nominated Deirdre C. Drake, UScellular executive vice president -- chief people officer, to serve on the UScellular Board. Drake will stand for election at the company’s annual meeting of shareholders on May 18, 2021. She replaces Kurt B. Thaus, TDS senior vice president, technology services, who has served with distinction for seven years.

“We believe good governance involves continuous review of Board composition and the skill sets required to oversee our long-term strategies. The culture at UScellular, known as the Dynamic Organization, has always been a competitive advantage, and nominating Ms. Drake to the Board recognizes her significant contributions to driving improved associate engagement,

talent development, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion focus and succession planning – all topics the Board is very intent on,” said LeRoy T. Carlson, Jr., UScellular board chairman.

As executive vice president – chief people officer, Drake leads the human resources and corporate communications functions at UScellular and is responsible for delivering integrated human resources solutions that directly enable the achievement of UScellular’s strategic objectives. She collaborates with various teams to ensure there is appropriate support for and communications about the organization’s mission and vision of providing an excellent customer experience. Drake joined UScellular in April 2014.

Drake began her career in human resources in 1989 with Marathon Oil Company. She also held increasingly senior leadership positions in human

resources with Kraft Foods, ARAMARK Corporation and The Bank of Montreal Financial Group. Prior to joining UScellular, she was managing director and chief human resources officer for the Bank of Montreal Financial Group-Capital Markets Division.

Drake earned a bachelor’s degree in human resources from Central Michigan University in Mount Pleasant, Mich., and a master’s degree in business administration from St. Joseph’s University in Philadelphia. She also received an honorary doctorate in commercial science from Central Michigan University. She is a lifetime member of the National Black MBA Association, serves as a board member with the Chicago Public Library Foundation and American Red Cross of Greater Chicago, and is actively involved in a number of local and national not-for profit organizations.

Another HBCU Receives Multi-Million Donation from Honey Bear Project After nearly 75 years, Central State University (CSU) will be breaking ground this month on a state-of-the-art turf football field, courtesy of nearly a $1 million donation from HBCU Field of Dreams, through the Honey Bear Project.

HBCU Field of Dreams is an initiative started by NFL Hall of Famer Willie “Honey Bear” Lanier, to raise $50 million over the next 3 years to install stateof-the-art playing surfaces at nearly 3 dozen HBCU football stadiums.

Through the efforts of the Honey Bear Project, Lanier hopes to level the playing field for students attending HBCUs. Lanier, who attended Morgan State University, was saddened by the state of Virginia Union University’s (VUU) 113-year-old football field. Lanier motivated to revitalize the field, partnered with FieldTurf, a Tarkett Sports Company, the world leader in artificial turf.

This fall, the VUU Panthers will charge on to their new turf field.

Tara Owens, the athletic director at CSU, said Lanier’s generosity came at the right time as the university was con-

templating spending nearly $1 million in improvements on its athletic field, including its football and track fields.

Owens echoed Lanier’s sentiment that having a modern, up-to-date athletic facility in college sports is more than a vanity project for HBCUs like CSU. It is an all-around wise investment that can offer returns far beyond a sporting facility’s improved aesthetics.

“We believe these upgrades will help us in our recruiting efforts while providing our current student-athletes with a quality facility to practice and compete,” she said. “These facility upgrades also will create new revenue streams through facility rentals, and we look forward to hosting local, regional, and national events.”

Owens said the renovation is expected to be finished by September of 2021.

At that time, CSU will launch a special grand opening in honor of its new field and partnership with the HBCU Field of Dreams.

For more information about HBCU Field of Dreams, log on to www.honeybearproject.com.

Bimbo Bakeries USA Pledges $1 Million Commitment to Minority Equity Organizations in Addition to Internal Focus on Diversity, Equity and Belonging Bimbo Bakeries USA (BBU) has announced a new initiative to combat racial inequity and injustice and create lasting change.

As part of that effort, BBU, a member of the Grupo Bimbo family of companies, has committed $1 million to national and local organizations dedicated to furthering the education, financial well-being and health of Black and minority Americans.

In addition, the company formed a Racial Equity Action Council and appointed Nikki Lang as its first Head of Diversity, Equity & Belonging.

“Last year, the U.S. experienced a reckoning moment with racial equity and injustice,” said Fred Penny, president of Bimbo Bakeries USA. “BBU acknowledged our responsibility to do more within our organization and our communities. We have taken the last nine months to engage and learn from our diverse associates and thoughtfully consider how we could have the broadest impact.”

Penny said the company’s efforts have been focused on strengthening the culture of the organization by improving representation and retention of diverse associates, promoting racial appreciation and confronting explicit and implicit bias.

BBU’s $1 million commitment includes $500,000 dedicated to UNCF (United Negro College Fund). UNCF is America’s largest and most effective minority education organization, empowering more than 500,000 students to earn college degrees since it was founded. Through the partnership, BBU will provide scholarships, create an internship program and participate in the UNCF Student Leadership Conference.

“This generous gift will impact many talented and deserving students seeking to get to and

through college,” said UNCF President and CEO Dr. Michael L. Lomax. “We thank BBU for the investment and look forward to growing our partnership to support our students and historically Black colleges and universities. Support like this is critical, especially during the ongoing health pandemic we are all facing.”

BBU is also committing $500,000 to nonprofit organizations throughout the country. BBU’s Racial Equity Action Council identified education, financial well-being and health as three key areas of focus and identified organizations that would benefit from BBU’s investment while also providing an opportunity for meaningful associate engagement to make a real difference. Some of the organizations BBU will partner with are: The Lebron James Family Foundation 100 Black Men of the Bay Area The Fund for the School District of Philadelphia “It is important to us that our partnerships extend beyond a financial donation. Our Racial Equity Action Council has been instrumental in identifying organizations where BBU and our associates can make a real difference. We look forward to identifying additional partners and beginning our work with these organizations,” said Penny.

BBU’s financial commitment also extends to its brands. BBU is allocating a percentage of each of its brands’ marketing budgets toward minority-owned media partners. The company’s Racial Equity Action Council, made up of Black and ally associates from across the country, is assisting BBU as it examines and evaluates its internal practices. The Council immediately got to work by: Enhancing the company’s recruiting, hiring and talent development processes, including

creating a dedicated position to work on these efforts. Establishing and activating a Black Business Inclusion Group, Black Associates and Allies Standing Together (BAAST).

The company also announced that Nikki Lang, a 14-year associate, has been named the company’s first Head of Diversity, Equity & Belonging. “Over the last nine months, it became clear that creating sustained and meaningful change in this area requires dedicated leadership and resources,” Penny said. “Nikki was the ideal person for this role, and I look forward to the progress her leadership will bring.”

Lang previously served as BBU’s director of e-commerce and has served on BBU’s Diversity, Equity & Belonging Steering Committee for the past three years. In her new role, she will focus full-time on BBU’s overall Diversity, Equity & Belonging (DE&B) strategy, lead the development and implementation of DE&B programs, and provide support and guidance to the Racial Equity Action Council and Business Unit DE&B Councils.

Lang will also partner and collaborate with leaders across BBU to ensure that the principles of diversity, equity and belonging are embedded in all of the company’s decision-making. “I’m excited to lead the Diversity, Equity and Belonging initiatives for BBU,” said Lang. “Our intentional effort to improve from the inside will help BBU continue to improve equity internally and in our communities.”

“These are important first steps on our renewed Diversity, Equity & Belonging journey, but this is a long-term commitment. We hope these steps will be a catalyst to encourage others to consider how they can contribute to racial

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justice and equity in their communities,” said Penny.

According to a press release, at Bimbo Bakeries USA, a team of 20,000 U.S. associates operates more than 60 manufacturing locations in the United States. Over 11,000 distribution routes deliver their leading brands such as Arnold®, Artesano®, Ball Park®, Bimbo®, Boboli®, Brownberry®. Entenmann’s®, Little Bites®, Marinela®, Mrs. Baird’s®, Oroweat®, Sara Lee®, Stroehmann®, and Thomas’®. Bimbo Bakeries USA is part of Mexico’s Grupo Bimbo, S.A.B de C.V., the world’s largest baking company with operations in 33 countries.

Grupo Bimbo is a leader in the global bakery industry. With more than 135 thousand associates, in 2019 it reported 15 billion dollars in sales. The Group has 197 production plants and about 1,700 Sales Centers strategically located in 32 countries around the world, across 4 continents. It produces more than 13 thousand items under more than 100 prestigious and recognized umbrella brands in categories such as sliced bread, buns and toast. It also has a broad distribution network in the countries where it is present and one of the largest in the Americas.

In 2020, for the fourth consecutive year, Grupo Bimbo was the only Mexican company recognized as one of the 135 most ethical companies in the world according to the World’s Most Ethical Companies in 2020, a list prepared

by The Ethisphere Institute. Grupo Bimbo is listed in the Mexican Stock Exchange (BMV) as BIMBO. For more information about Grupo Bimbo, visit: www.grupobimbo.com. Look for them on Facebook: www.facebook.com/GrupoBimbo and Twitter: @Grupo_Bimbo.

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TOGETHER, WE CAN POWER THROUGH ANYTHING. Unneeded medication can be disposed of safely and easily.

Cleaning Out the Medicine Cabinet Keeps Others Safe NewsUSA - Almost everyone has taken medication for something, whether it is as simple as an overthe-counter (OTC) pain reliever for a headache, an allergy medicine, or an antibiotic to combat an infection.

However, with OTC medication in particular, most people rarely use an entire package and often let medication linger in the cabinet until it is past (sometimes long past) the expiration date.

In fact, unneeded medication can be disposed of safely and easily, and proper medicine disposal keeps our homes and communities safe and our environment clean, according to the Consumer Healthcare Products Association (CHPA), the national trade association representing manufacturers of OTC medicines.

“Sustainability, stewardship, and medication safety is everyone’s responsibility,” says Scott Melville, president and CEO of CHPA. “How you dispose of unwanted, unused, or expired OTC medicines is important and following the proper in-home disposal method for OTCs is quick and easy,” he emphasizes.

So clean out your medicine cabinet this spring and choose one of these three quick and easy methods for disposing of expired, unused, or unwanted medicines: * Trash at home. Believe it or not, many OTC medications, and some

prescription medications, can be thrown out with your regular trash.

Mix the medicine (do not crush any tablets or capsules) with some especially unappealing trash, such as kitty litter or used coffee grounds, and place the mixture in a sealed plastic bag. Then put the bag in your usual household trash bin, and you’re done. * Drop-off disposal. Many pharmacies and law enforcement agencies provide designated kiosks where you can bring any medication, OTC or prescription, for safe disposal. Chances are there’s a drop-off location close by. The website MyOldMeds.com, has a free zip code locator tool to find more than 22,000 sites nationwide that offer medicine disposal options all year long. * Drug take-back days. The U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency conducts biannual national Drug Take-Back Day events. These events, which are set up temporarily at convenient community-based locations throughout the country, serve as an opportunity to return medications safely, and as a friendly public-service reminder to clean out your medicine cabinet.

Visit KnowYourOTCs.org for more details about safely disposing of medications at home, and visit MyOldMeds.com to find secure and safe disposal locations near you.

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CLB Architects Releases Monograph - Inspired by Place CLB Architects, a multi-disciplinary architecture and design firm based in the Rocky Mountain West has released their first monograph, Inspired by Place. Published by ORO Editions and written by Chase Reynolds Ewald with forwards by Ian Volner, Tom Kundig, and Agnes Bourne, the monograph highlights eleven timeless spaces by CLB Architects.

The book is now available for purchase on the ORO Editions’ website, Amazon, Barnes & Noblebookstores, and other retailers.

Since its founding in 1992, CLB Architects has been guided by the philosophy “inspired by place.” The book’s showcased designs are modern-day archetypes that tread softly on the land while engaging in a dialogue with some of the world’s most iconic landscapes. Inspired by Place introduces readers to artful design and living, while also exhibiting the impressive landscapes of the west.

“This monograph captures our vision of timeless design,” says Eric Logan, principal at CLB Architects. “We believe that architecture is inseparable from the land on which it

rests, and we have always used the principle ‘inspired by place’ as the driving force for our practice. Presenting our work in this monograph is a venue for bringing an extension of the American West into the homes of architects and design lovers alike.”

According to a press release, Inspired by Place celebrates the new approach to architecture and interior that CLB Architects has crafted.

The homes presented are designed with modern lines combined with rustic influences, which create the ideal backdrop for today’s western living. Inspired by Place also highlights the firm’s interior design work, which strikes a balance between sophistication and comfort — a natural extension of CLB Architects’ architecture.

Inspired by Place features images by Matthew Millman Photography, Audrey Hall Photography, Gibeon Photography, Warchol Photography, Krafty Photos, and Tom Harris Photography.

For more information about CLB Architects, please visit https://clbarchitects.com/ products/monograph/.

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ENTERTAINMENT The Micheaux Film Festival Partners with The Oprah Winfrey Network, Sony Entertainment, and Panavision to Host Annual Festival The Micheaux Film Festival has teamed up with the Oprah Winfrey Network and Sony Entertainment to host their 3rd annual film festival experience.

Taking place on April 26th through May 2nd, the event has successfully garnered interest and submissions from notable and star-studded films, such as; Uprooted: The Journey of Jazz Dance (Debbie Allen, Mandy Moore), Dutch (Lance Gross, Kyle Massey, Tyrin Turner), Maternally Yours (Lil Rel Howery) Dead Talks (Denzel Whitaker), The Bay created by 2020 Emmy-award winning director, Gregori Martin which features (Karrueche, Vivica A. Fox, and Kristos Andrews), Red Pill (starring Kathryn Erbe (Law & Order), Ruben Blades (Fear the Walking Dead), Colbie Minifie (The Boys), Catherine Curtin (Stranger Things), and Content is King starring (Taryn Manning (Orange Is The New Black), Vanessa Rubio (Cobra Kai), Austin Pendleton (My Cousin Vinny), Alexander James Rodriguez (Missing Link), Jeremy Luke (This is Us) and Anthony and James Gaudioso (The Duke), Jaime Zevallos (Cloak & Dagger) and the dramatic adaptation of All Boys Aren’t Blue by author George M. Johnson (starring Jenifer Lewis). Tune-in for the latest updates at www.micheauxfilmfest.com The Micheaux Film Festival will kick off its week long celebration with a series of activations, film screenings, digital panels, master classes, workshops and more. Event sponsors include: * Oprah Winfrey Network

* SONY Entertainment * Panavision * Film Independent * IMDB * Final Draft * Film Fatales * Black Radiance * Blackbird House * Emma Bowen Foundation Recently, event sponsor Panavision has announced that they will be contributing $75K in grant funds to award winners of the festival.

“Panavision is honored to partner with the Micheaux Film Festival as the presenting sponsor for the Outstanding Feature Film and Outstanding Short Film categories,” said Panavision president and CEO Kim Snyder.

“We share the festival’s dedication to supporting, encouraging, and uplifting those who are underrepresented in the motion-picture industry. Through these grants for the award winners, we hope to foster opportunity and equity for BIPOC and multicultural filmmakers by equipping them with the tools to continue telling their stories.”

Last year’s event featured an over-flow of attendees at the Regal Cinemas at L.A Live.

Jam-packed with Hollywood’s most elite producers, directors, writers, and actors – the festival honored Hidden Empire Film Group CEO’s Deon and Roxanne Taylor (Fatale, Black & Blue); and featured 2021 NAACP award winning filmmaker, Martina Lee and Emmy-nominated actress and creator, Christina Cooper.

For more information and updates, or to register for this event, please visit: www.micheauxfilmfest.com

Fire in Little Africa Set for May 28 Fire in Little Africa – a groundbreaking album of original material, written and recorded by a collective of Oklahoma hip hop artists to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Tulsa Race Massacre – will be released on May 28 by Motown Records/Black Forum in partnership with Tulsa’s Bob Dylan Center® and Woody Guthrie Center®.

The 21-track collection gets to the truth of what happened on May 31 and June 1, 1921 when a white mob descended on the streets of Greenwood — then a prosperous Tulsa neighborhood known as Black Wall Street — and burned down the business district, destroying roughly 1,500 homes, killing hundreds and leaving thousands of Black Tulsans homeless. For years, this historic, albeit dire, chapter was left out of classrooms and textbooks as the city attempted to erase this part of its past. The artists heard on Fire in Little Africa get to the truth through urgent songs, recalling stories told and stories lived in hope to usher in a new era for Tulsa as they help the community process this generational trauma through music.

“Fire in Little Africa is a powerful and timely project that provides a platform and outlet for the incredibly talented and thriving music community of Tulsa, Oklahoma,” said Motown Records chairman & CEO, Ethiopia Habtemariam. “Carrying the legacy of the Black Wall Street community, Fire in Little Africa is a body of work filled with purpose and prolific storytelling. I am honored and feel privileged to have Motown Records/ Black Forum partner with Dr. View, the Bob Dylan Center and Guthrie Center to release this impactful hip-hop album.”

Stevie “Dr. View” Johnson, PhD, manager, education & diversity outreach at the Woody Guthrie Center | Bob Dylan Center and the album’s executive producer, added, “Fire in Little Africa has evolved into a communal hip hop movement and we’re excited that we get to share the flavor, history and legacy of Black Wall Street with the world, in collaboration with the amazing leadership of the Motown/Black Forum family. We’re grateful for Ethiopia’s foresight in providing us an opportunity to share our important stories with the world.

There are Black Wall Streets across the diaspora and we unequivocally know that Fire in Little Africa will inspire many people. In the words of Steph Simon, ‘everything is us.’”

In this feature, Rolling Stone noted, “Fire in Little Africa is poised to teach the world about that long-suppressed history, from locals who grew up in a community that still lives with the aftermath of the massacre. Just as important, the artists involved in the project also hope it serves as a launching-pad moment for Tulsa’s hip-hop scene, which has long flown under the national radar.”

The album was recorded in Greenwood over a five-day period in March 2020. Studios were set up at the Greenwood Cultural Center and other locations, including the former home of 1921 massacre mastermind/KKK leader Tate Brady. The house is now owned by former NFL firstround draft pick and Tulsa native Felix Jones. The Tulsa

Fire in Little Africa artists pictured in front of the Skyline Mansion, a now Black-owned venue originally built by a KKK leader who helped orchestrate the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre. This photo is inspired by a group photo of original Black Wall Street business owners from before 1921.

Photo Credit: Ryan Cass

World was on hand to speak with the artists involved in the historic sessions.

“Fireside with Dr. View” is a weekly podcast featuring “Dr. View” in conversation with thought leaders in activism, academia and culture, centered on the movement behind the Fire in Little Africa music. Listen to “Fireside with Dr. View” here https://anchor.fm/fire-in-little-africa3. Hosts Ali Shaw and Doc Free sit down with Fire in Little Africa artists, Tulsa community leaders and national voices for conversations on music and culture in the “Fire in Little Africa” podcast, which can be found here https://anchor.fm/fire-in-little-africa Located in the Tulsa Arts District, the Woody Guthrie Center opened in 2013. The Bob Dylan Center is expected to open on the same block within the next year.

Both are projects of the George Kaiser Family Foundation, the primary funder for Fire in Little Africa. The album is chronicled in a documentary film, which will be released later this year.

Fire in Little Africa marks the first new material released

by Black Forum since the label’s relaunch earlier this year.

Black Forum originally debuted in 1970 with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Why I Oppose The War In Vietnam, which won a GRAMMY® Award for Best Spoken Word Album. The label reissued Dr. King’s influential speech earlier this year.

Visit the official Fire in Little Africa website: https://fireinlittleafrica.com/ Follow Fire in Little Africa on social media: YouTube | Instagram | Facebook Follow Black Forum on social media: Instagram | Facebook | YouTube

Black Archives to Uncover and Curate Rarely Seen Photographs of Black History from Getty Images’ Archive Getty Images, a world leader in visual communications, recently announced a partnership with Black Archives, providing the multimedia platform that spotlight the Black experience with unique access to its expansive Archive.

Black Archives Founder Renata Cherlise will cull through the trove of more than 11 million digitized and analog photographs and videos housed in Getty Images’ digital and physical Archives that document centuries of American history.

In the spirit of Black Archives’ mission to give voice to under-told stories, Cherlise will curate rarely seen historical imagery of everyday Black life, providing insight to those seeking to understand the legacies that preceded their own. These curated collections will be available to view and

license on gettyimages.com.

“The mission for Black Archives is to give voice to those stories untold while providing authentic representation and inspiration to transformative growth for Black people everywhere,” said Cherlise. “We are excited to partner with Getty Images as we continue to give full dimension to the lived experiences of Black people around the world.”

Founded by Cherlise in 2015, Black Archives’ lens goes beyond the norm, examining the nuances of Black life: alive and ever-vibrant from both the everyday and iconic. She has deep experience creating multimedia stories that give archival photographs new life, including projects with Sony Music and the National

Basketball Association (NBA).

The Getty Images archive is the largest privately held archive with access to over 130 million images dating back to the beginning of photography.

From historical images created in the early 1800s to more contemporary 1990s imagery, the Getty Images archive houses a wealth of socially significant, historical photos, footage and prints.

“For too long, the visual narrative of the Black experience has been lost or distorted and to move forward, we must shine a light on previously under-told stories,” said Cassandra Illidge, global head of content partnership at Getty Images. “Accurate and representative visual storytelling is key to our mission at Getty Images and we are thrilled to partner with

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Black Archives to enable new stories to be told with iconic archival content.”

In addition to this partnership, Getty Images recently announced partnerships with the NAACP and FKA twigs in an effort to empower Black content creators to tell their story, and elevate the work of photographers, videographers, and illustrators who are helping expand the visual narrative of the Black experience. Getty Images is committed to building a foundation of diversity, equity and inclusion that gives all content creators the tools to tell their stories, according to a press release.

The partnership with Getty Images was orchestrated by CAA Brand Consulting, a division of Creative Artists Agency (CAA), on behalf of its client Black Archives.

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Get Your Patio Ready for Summer Living (StatePoint) It’s time to extend your home’s living spaces to the outdoors. To get your patio prepped for a summer of relaxation and fun, consider the following décor ideas and inspiration: The Entryway Your patio will be more enticing if you have beautiful sliding glass patio doors leading to it. If you do go in for this upgrade, it’s important to know that patio doors can be customized in a number of ways that affect their look and function. To help you make sense of your options, shop with manufacturers that offer visualizer tools, such as the one available at ProVia, provia.com/app. This can help you see what colors and hardware look best in your home and find the combination you like best.

Their Aeris wood and vinyl sliding doors, for example, offer many customization opportunities, including wood stain finishes, interior and exterior colors; options for internal grids and internal blinds; and a wide array of decorative glass, privacy glass and tinted glass options.

Beyond beauty, be sure to prioritize high performance, particularly when it comes to energy efficiency, storm protection, and of course, smooth, easy and quiet operation.

After all, it’s hard to feel relaxed if simply getting outdoors is a struggle.

Exterior Decorating Boost comfort and ambiance by applying the same attention to detail when decorating your patio as you would indoors. Beyond furniture that’s comfortable enough to lounge on all day or evening, incorporate throws, pillows and even rugs. Add splashes of color and vibrancy by hanging outdoor wall art, or, if you’re feeling extra creative, painting a mural.

Paper lanterns hung above your patio dining area can bring a touch of romance to meals enjoyed outdoors.

And get inspired by the nature around you by ensuring your patio features greenery. Potted and hanging plants or even ivy, jasmine or roses grown against a wall or all good choices.

Beauty Inspired by Nature These days, manufactured stone is not just for the side of your home. The possibilities for using it in and around the patio are endless. Add drama to a boundary wall between the patio and yard; beautify your outdoor kitchen’s grill unit, pizza oven, table or island; and enhance seating around the fire pit or fireplace and the bases of pergolas or columns.

Just be sure to select products that look like authentic stone even upon careful inspection, and are designed to withstand the elements. For example, the choices available from ProVia are artfully crafted to produce a realistic, dramatic effect, mimicking stones from unique geographic regions in a range of cuts. Unlike other options on the market, their colors permeate throughout the entire stone, giving every manufactured stone a realistic look with hues that last for years. To learn more, visit provia.com/stone.

With a few stylish upgrades, you can get your patio in tip top shape for summer.

Budget-Friendly Tips to Celebrate Summer at Home can be a great way to enjoy the longer days. Summer can provide the perfect opportunity to design a dreamy backyard space. Create an inviting atmosphere by stringing lights, filling potted planters with colorful flowers and updating patio furniture with decorative pillows and cushions. Kids can find endless fun and outdoor adventures with inflatables, water toys or lawn water slides. Repurpose items around the house or in the garage to build an outdoor obstacle course.

PHOTO SOURCE: (c) Jelena Danilovic / iStock via Getty Images Plus (StatePoint) Summertime is often synonymous with longer days, sweet sunshine and memorable times with friends and family.

Whether it is time spent at backyard cookouts, in the garden or simply basking in the rays, the experts at Dollar General have provided some helpful tips for all your summer entertaining needs.

Backyard Hangs As the temperatures begin to rise, spending time outdoors

Summertime Cookouts Take cooking and entertaining skills outside and get ready for amazing family cookouts. To host the most budget-friendly get-together, plan ahead with the DG app. Create a shopping list and find the best deals and savings on summer holiday décor and grilling necessities.

Decorate the space with patriotic red, white, and blue banners on the porch, American flags in flowerpots or festive tablecloths. Kick off the holiday with a signature drink!

Strawberry limeade, fruit punch or a lemonade spritzer are all fun, kid-friendly options. Browse DG Easy Meals for ideas and inspiration on how to build a tasty spread of snacks, appetizers and main dishes. Check out DG’s “Better-For-You” www.citizennewspapergroup.com

options for mindful offerings that include waffle sliders, chipotle bean hummus, shaved strawberry mango ice and s’mores ice cream bars.

Entertaining Needs Welcome friends and guests to a comfortable environment with the right picnic essentials. Stock up on sunscreen, blankets, napkins, plates, cups and tableware. Consider disposable picnic tableware, plate and cups for quick clean-up. During the day, set up umbrellas around the yard to make shady spots. When the sun begins to set, burn citronella candles to ward off mosquitos. And don’t forget the tunes. Hook up a Bluetooth speaker to listen to a favorite summer playlist.

For more ideas and budget-friendly tips, visit the DG blog at newscenter.dollargeneral.com.

Whether celebrating a summer holiday or having a backyard hang with friends, make memories all summer long with fun and affordable entertaining.

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REAL ESTATE 3+ Bedroom HOMES FOR SALE SELLER FINANCING Call: FRED D. CLINK (773) 294-5870 REALTY SERVICES CONSORTIUM ____________________________________ HP AC 4-20-2021 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION HSBC BANK USA, N.A., AS TRUSTEE ON BEHALF OF ACE SECURITIES CORP. HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST AND FOR THE REGISTERED HOLDERS OF ACE SECURITIES CORP. HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2006 -HE3, ASSET BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES Plaintiff, -v.SARAH MONTGOMERY Defendants 2020CH01325 8217 S WOODLAWN AVE CHICAGO, IL 60619 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 10, 2021, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 25, 2021, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8217 S WOODLAWN AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-35224-006 The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation.

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No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

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