South Suburban Citizen 4-29-2020

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Citizen The Citizen: Serving The Black Community For 55 Years Week of April 29, 2020

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Robin Kelly

Eighth COVID-19 Response Call With Kelly Page 2

Bill Prevents Price Gouging of Critical Medical Supplies Page 3

Mortgage Relief and COVID-19 Scams Page 3

Dream Now and Travel Later Page 4

$1.5M Goes Towards Fighting COVID-19 Page 6

Community Consolidated School District 168 Superintendent Dr. Donna Simpson-Leak at a press conference where Governor J.B. Pritzker announced all Illinois school buildings would be closed for the rest of the academic year. Photo credit: Office of Governor of Illinois

SCHOOL DISTRICTS RAMP UP REMOTE LEARNING

On Friday, April 17, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker announced that schools in the state would remain closed for the remainder of the school year because of COVID-19. On Friday, March 13, Pritzker announced that schools would close to on-site learning beginning on Tuesday, March 17, through Sunday, March 29. This led to school districts implementing online learning for students.

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NEWS briefly EDUCATION SECRETARY DEVOS PROPOSES RETHINKING TEACHER PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT BY EMPOWERING TEACHERS TO CUSTOMIZE, PERSONALIZE THEIR CONTINUED LEARNING U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos proposed a new funding priority recently that would allow teachers to rethink their professional development. Under the proposal, through stipends or vouchers, teachers would be able to select and access professional development courses and opportunities that are relevant to their personal needs or career goals instead of having one-size-fits all programming dictated to them by the state or local education agency. “I’ve spoken with hundreds of teachers across the country who love teaching yet share the same frustration: their professional development courses don’t meet their needs, and they don’t help them serve students,” said Secretary DeVos. “That’s why I believe we must treat teachers like the valued professionals they are and empower them to seek out the professional learning opportunities that support their goals and aspirations. If we can trust teachers with our children each day, we should trust them to select the right continuing education courses.”

The department is seeking feedback from the public about this Notice of Proposed Priorities, which is posted to the Federal Register. The comment period is open until May 13, 2020.

HEALTH

EXERCISE RESTORES YOUTHFUL PROPERTIES TO MUSCLE STEM CELLS OF OLD MICE A nightly jaunt on the exercise wheel enhances musclerepair capabilities in old mice, according to a new study by researchers at the Stanford School of Medicine. Only older mice saw this benefit, which the researchers found is due to the rejuvenation of the animals’ muscle stem cells. “The effect in old animals is very significant,” said Thomas Rando, MD, PhD, professor of neurology and neurological sciences and director of Stanford’s Glenn Center for the Biology of Aging.

“We found that regular exercise restores youthfulness to tissue repair. Their muscle stem cells start to look and behave like those of much younger animals.”

While no researchers have discovered a reliable fountain of youth, it’s well known that certain lifestyle adjustments can be beneficial.

“Exercise is known to reduce the risk of a wide variety of age-related problems, including cardiovascular disease, cancer and perhaps even Alzheimer’s disease,” Rando said. “There’s a lot of interest in understanding how exercise confers these health benefits,” he added.

School Districts ramp up remote learning Continued from page 1

BY TIA CAROL JONES

On Friday, April 17, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker announced that schools in the state would remain closed for the remainder of the school year because of COVID-19. On Friday, March 13, Pritzker announced that schools would close to on-site learning beginning on Tuesday, March 17, through Sunday, March 29. This led to school districts implementing online learning for students.

On Tuesday, March 31, Pritzker announced the extension of the state’s stay-at-home order, as well as the closure of schools through Thursday, April 30.

Now that the schools have been closed for the remainder of the year, school districts are maneuvering to meet the needs of their students for the duration.

In Community Consolidated School District 168, in Sauk Village, Superintendent Dr. Donna Simpson-Leak and the staff have been meeting the students’ education, emotional and nutritional needs.

Part of that includes providing Chromebooks and devices for students who needed them to participate in online learning classes.

Leak said prior to the complete closure,

students were already using remote capable learning programs, including Google hangouts and Google classroom. They also used Powered by Action, a platform that allowed for online meetings and for the collection of documents. The remote learning day is still structured like a school day.

“Our teachers log on at 8:30 every morning, then they have meetings with their students starting at 9 o’clock. So, from 9 until 12, they have lessons and the lessons are set. So, for K through five, it’s 70 minutes of math, 30 minutes of reading, social studies, science,” she said. “It’s a 9 to 12 [o’clock] block, then 12 to 12:30 is the lunch break for staff. Then 12:30 until 2 is another block for students, and then 2 to 2:30 is planning for teachers.”

Leak said the academic set up has been working. Also, the teachers and students are doing socio-emotional components. The teachers are doing community circles in the morning, where students sign-on at 9 -9:30 a.m.

“It’s just a chance for the students to check in with their teachers,” she said.

“We’ve been doing lunch bunches. Our nurses have been checking in on our students, our social workers have been doing well checks virtually. Our special education aides and teachers have been

doing one-to-one with students.”

The district provides breakfast and a hot lunch Monday through Friday, to students younger than 18 at 13 different distribution sites. It is something the district has been doing since Tuesday, March 17. They also have partnered with churches who provide food for families and students in the district.

The schools in the district have been providing printed packets from students in kindergarten to second grade.

Leak said parents found it easier for students in those grades to navigate.

The district also has given 500 devices to students in the district, which has 1400 students. Leak said there were families, with multiple children doing remote learning, so they needed additional devices.

Leak said while remote learning is great, nothing beats seeing the kids and interacting with them in person.

“I love our kids. People go into education because we love being around other people’s children. We love that sensation of the heartbeat of the kids getting off the bus at the beginning of the day,” she said.

“People who are educators are people people, they’re kid people. We want to be around children, and impacting their lives in a meaningful way.”

Congresswoman Kelly Hosts Eighth COVID-19 Response Call with Farmers and Agricultural Workers Congresswoman Robin Kelly hosted a telephone town hall discussion with farmers and agricultural workers from the 2nd Congressional District where participants discussed concerns related to the COVID19 crisis and their suggestions for further legislative relief efforts in Congress.

“It was important to

get on-the-ground feedback from my farmers and agricultural workers,” Congresswoman Kelly said.

“They have unique and specific concerns, some of which may not have been fully addressed in the latest relief package. I’m taking back their ideas to Washington and advocating for their inclusion in the next round of relief legislation.”

LAW & POLITICS

SEC AWARDS OVER $27 MILLION TO WHISTLEBLOWER The Securities and Exchange Commission recently announced an award of more than $27 million to a whistleblower who alerted the agency to misconduct occurring, in part, overseas. After providing the tip to the Commission, the whistleblower provided critical investigative leads that advanced the investigation and saved significant Commission resources.

“This award marks several milestones for the program,” said Jane Norberg, chief of the SEC’s Office of the Whistleblower.

“This is the largest whistleblower award announced by the Commission this year, and the sixth largest award overall since the inception of the program. This award also brings the total amount awarded to whistleblowers by the SEC over the $400 million mark.”

As set forth in the Dodd-Frank Act, the SEC protects the confidentiality of whistleblowers and does not disclose information that could reveal a whistleblower’s identity.

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The 2nd Congressional District is home to 1,200 farms producing nearly $400 million worth of corn, soybean, wheat and livestock.

Some of the farmers on the call expressed concern that small business loans available through the latest relief package did not apply to their operations.

Congresswoman Kelly briefed them on key

elements of the $2 trillion coronavirus package and updated them on expanded investments that benefit farm operations, small businesses, and rural infrastructure.

This call was the eighth in the Congresswoman’s COVID19 response series.

For information on other upcoming conference calls, visit Congresswoman Kelly’s Facebook or Twitter pages.

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NEWS Slaughter Backs Measure to Prevent Price Gouging of Critical Medical Supplies

Unfortunately, during times of hardship, families are often targeted by fraud artists attempting to take advantage of those needing assistance. Photo credit: Tero Vesalainen / iStock via Getty Images Plus

In response to the state’s need for medical equipment to treat Coronavirus (COVID 19), state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is supporting legislation that would help to ensure that Illinois’ hospitals have access to the medical equipment they need.

“Health care workers are putting their lives on the line to fight the spread of COVID-19, and recent reports of the price gouging of medical equipment and supplies is egregious,” said Slaughter. “It is critical to our state’s public health that our health care workers and hospitals have affordable access to the necessary medical equipment to fight COVID-19.

No one should be attempting to profit off of this pandemic.”

House Bill 5616 creates the Affordable Medical Equipment Act, which helps prevent price gouging and protects access to lifesaving medical supplies by prohibiting

Mortgage Relief and COVID-19 Scams: What You Need to Know StatePoint - Unfortunately, during times of hardship, families are often targeted by fraud artists attempting to take advantage of those needing assistance.

The COVID-19 crisis is no exception, with many scammers pretending to extend a critical lifeline to struggling homeowners through so-called “foreclosure rescue fraud.”

According to Freddie Mac, this scheme involves bad actors offering false promises of being able to save your home from foreclosure. Common elements of this fraud include the following: • Requiring you to sign over the title to your home.

• Asking you to sign unfamiliar documents and/or share your personal information.

• Charging you rent to stay in your home and/or potentially promising that you can purchase your home back when your financial situation improves.

Another common fraud involves a third party guaranteeing you a loan modification with a reduced mortgage payment. Such scams may operate similarly as foreclosure rescue fraud, as fraudsters collect an upfront fee and promise to work with your loan servicer on your behalf.

So what can you do to protect yourself?

• Don’t disclose. Never provide your information via phone or internet until after you have verified the caller or company’s identity.

• Be suspicious. If someone has contacted you asking for personal or sensitive information, do your homework to verify the validity of the request before providing any information. Contact your servicer (the company listed on your mortgage statement) and confirm that they called you asking for information.

• Spot imposters. Scammers across the globe can make any name or number appear on your caller ID or email. Protect yourself from spoofing by letting calls go to voicemail first.

If a call is important, the caller will leave a message. If you do answer and it is a robocall, don’t press any numbers. Just hang up.

• Report fraud. Freddie Mac will never reach out to offer a refinancing opportunity or new loan over the phone. If you have been contacted by someone claiming to represent Freddie Mac, you can report it by visiting sf.freddiemac.com/working-with-us/ fraud-prevention/feedback.

While there are fraudsters out there offering false promises, know that there is real assistance on offer during this crisis, too. Contact your loan servicer to discuss your options.

If Freddie Mac owns your mortgage

and you are a homeowner unable to make you mortgage payments due to a decline in income resulting from COVID-19, you can learn more about available mortgage relief options by visiting MyHome.FreddieMac.com.

Your family’s health is no doubt top-of-mind these days. However, it’s also important to remember that fraudsters are out in full-force, making your financial vigilance a crucial priority as well.

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medical equipment from being resold at a price that is higher than the suggested resale value. This legislation will help ensure that Illinois’ hospitals and health care workers have access to the vital supplies they need to treat patients infected with COVID-19 and to protect themselves from the virus.

“It’s paramount to our state’s public health that we do our part to ensure that all Illinoisans have access to hospitals that are well prepared to treat patients infected with this virus and that our medical professionals are able to protect themselves while saving lives,” said Slaughter. “I wholeheartedly support this legislation and will continue to fight for health and safety of all Illinois residents.”

For more information on the state’s response to COVID-19, please visit www.coronavirus. illinois.gov.

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NEWS

Virtual “Armchair Explorer” Tours Entice Consumers to Dream Now and Travel Later Staying home doesn’t mean you can’t explore the world right from the comfort of your armchair, sofa or bed, say travel advisors at Travel Leaders Group who send their clients the recently launched “Armchair Explorer” -- an inspirational series of emails with social graphics, eBooks, videos, virtual tours and articles. The emails, chuck-full of engaging travel options, are delivered every Thursday for 12 weeks to approximately 2 million consumers who have already opted in. Due to the popularity,

Armchair Explorer can now be opened as a digital magazine layout using a link in the email.

“With Armchair Explorer, travelers can fill their extra time with dreams of travel,” said J.D. O’Hara, CEO of Travel Leaders Group, North America’s largest travel agency company.

“Travelers can virtually explore from the comfort of their homes, letting their minds wander the earth to sample a world of experiences until they can travel later to their desired destination.”

As the first email in the series

states, “time is something many of us have more of lately, which makes now a great time to sit back, relax and let our minds wander free.”

The Armchair Explorers distributed so far have included such as entries on the best places to whale watch, virtual tours of national parks and some of the finest museums in the world, such as the Louvre in Paris and the Guggenheim in New York, according to a press release. It included links to several audiobooks, including “Tracks” by Robyn David-

son, following a courageous young woman’s journey through the Australian desert, and “The Art of Travel” in which author Alain de Botton gives a philosophical examination of why and how we travel.

Clients were also able to explore several wonders of the world, including The Taj Mahal in India, The Colosseum in Rome, Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro, as well as hike the Great Wall of China and explore the Pyramids of Giza.

“As Armchair Explorers, consumers can enjoy these destinations and more from home while helping prevent the spread of the coronavirus,” said O’Hara. “We know people want to be safe, but they also have a natural desire to explore the world around them. The Armchair Explorer emails help to satisfy those desires.

When this crisis ends, and travelers are ready to turn those travel dreams into reality, our advisors will be here

Travel Leaders Group has launched the Armchair Explorer for travelers.

with additional ideas and advice about a host of journeys.”

Travelers who receive Armchair Explorer emails are current clients of advisors affiliated with Travel Leaders Group, including those from Travel Leaders Network, Barrhead Travel, Nexion Travel Group, CruCon Cruise Outlet, Cruise Specialists and Travel Leaders Vacation Centers.

To opt in to advisor emails, armchair explorers can visit TravelLeadersGroup.com/advisors to connect with a travel advisor of their choice.

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NEWS About 43 million adult Americans carry a federal student loan, but here’s how companies can help StatePoint - After paying monthly student loan minimums, many Americans have just enough to cover basic living expenses, which means that when unexpected expenses arise, they often end up defaulting on their student loans.

It’s no wonder that student loan debt is a top financial stressor for so many. There’s good news, though.

Not only can employers help employees with student loan debt, but doing so is in everyone’s best interest. Here’s how: Reducing Anxiety A growing number of employees are entering the workforce with student loan debt. About 43 million adult Americans carry a federal student loan, owing $1.5 trillion in federal student loan debt, and Americans also owe an estimated $119 billion in student loans from private sources not backed by the government, according to the Center for American Progress.

Experts say that this debt is

causing anxiety and a distracted workforce, with many people spending hours of their workday wondering how to meet financial commitments. A majority of borrowers with student loan debt report being worried about paying off their student loans, according to research reported by Phy.org from the University of Missouri, research which also found a strong link between student loans and mental stress for borrowers.

According to research, those with student loans say that getting help with refinancing or repaying their loans would ease their stress so they can focus on their job. When such assistance is offered, employees appreciate that their employer cares about their financial well-being, and ultimately becomes more engaged and involved in the success of the business.

Refinancing Education Some may wonder whether refinancing is worth their time and

effort, but research shows that many people who take out student loans have a high interest rate, and on average, borrowers take 20 years to pay off their student loan debts.

Instead of continuing to pay a high rate for the lifetime of the loan, employers can work with education benefits providers, such as BenefitEd, to direct employees toward private refinancing options such as U-fi.

Even saving a small amount each month can substantially lower the total cost paid over the life of the loan.

Employees are likely to appreciate having the option to refinance loans as well as receive education and financial advice from their employers, say experts who name supporting employees’ financial health as a great way to increase employee loyalty and engagement.

Avoiding Loan Default Nationally, the default rate on student loans is increasing. In 2018 alone, student loan delinquencies

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There are many ways companies can support their employees who are currently managing student loans, and when they do, experts say they’ll have a happier, healthier and more grateful workforce. Photo credit: fizkes / iStock via Getty Images Plus

amounted to over $166 billion.

Missed payments can affect someone’s credit score for years.

It can also affect employment opportunities as some employers are now checking candidates’ credit scores before making job offers.

If employees receive advice on refinancing their student loans or receive repayment assistance from employers, they’ll be more likely to make their monthly payments

and less likely to deal with the consequences of a poor credit score.

To learn more about how employers can support future and current employee financial needs, visit youbenefited.com.

There are many ways companies can support their employees who are currently managing student loans, and when they do, experts say they’ll have a happier, healthier and more grateful workforce.

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BUSINESS

Siemens Foundation Provides $1.5M Across 12 Community Health Centers to Support COVID-19 Response Efforts In a news release, the Siemens Foundation recently announced it is providing $1.5 million to community health centers across 12 U.S. cities to respond to the COVID-19 crisis.

Community health centers are the nation’s largest primary care provider for the medically underserved and uninsured, reaching 29 million of those most in-need. As a result of COVID-19, these health centers face a shortage of funding to stay operational and maintain a sufficient workforce, further crippling their ability to provide affordable healthcare at a critical time. Aligning with its dedication to social equity, the non-profit organization established by Siemens USA, including funding provided by Siemens Healthineers, is committed to supporting these critical healthcare providers so they can continue serving their communities when they are needed most.

“As the COVID-19 crisis disproportionately threatens lower-income and medically underserved communities, it’s important for us to support the institutions that sustain our social compact,” said David Etzwiler, CEO of the Siemens Foundation.

“Community health centers and their staff are on the front lines providing primary care every day and they now play an especially critical role in our medical services infrastructure when emergency services and hospital settings are overwhelmed. Vital services like these are paramount to advancing equity in America.”

The following health centers were selected using equity criteria developed by the Siemens Foundation in consultation with the National Association of Community Health Centers, the Minnesota Association of Community Health Centers, and Siemens: Chase Brexton Health Services in Baltimore Chicago Family Health Center in Chicago Western Wayne Family Health Centers in Metro Detroit Daughters of Charity Services/Marillac Community Health Center in New Orleans Delaware Valley Community Health, Inc., in Philadelphia Stride Community Health Center in Denver Newark Community Health Centers, Inc., in

Newark WATTS Healthcare Corporation in Los Angeles Mary’s Center for Maternal and Child Health Care in Washington, D.C. Morris Heights Health Center, Inc., in New York Community Health Centers in Orlando International Community Health Services in Seattle The $1.5 million commitment is funded, in part,

by The Siemens Healthineers Fund of the Siemens Foundation, supported by Siemens Healthineers business in the United States. The centers will be free to use the funding however they deem it is most needed.

The Foundation’s efforts complement Siemens’ and Siemens Healthineers’ collective efforts to combat COVID-19 by supporting critical infrastructure and by helping state and local governments address urgent healthcare needs. The company’s employees are maintaining essential operations to support hospitals, power plants, government facilities, military sites, manufacturing locations and data centers. They’re also supporting critical city services such as transportation, water and waste, and national security emergency response systems.

Siemens is also a part of collaborative on-theground effort to support the expansion of existing and new hospital spaces, ensuring these facilities have reliable power, fire and life safety systems, and the tools they need to treat patients. Siemens Healthineers is committed to providing a range of solutions necessary for the diagnosis and monitoring of patients with COVID-19 – from a test kit used to aid in the diagnosis of COVID-19 disease to portable X-ray, ultrasound, and blood gas systems used in monitoring for patients, as well as unique cloud-based platforms and remote monitoring systems to assist front-line healthcare providers.

For more information on how Siemens is taking action to support American healthcare, visit its COVID-19 response page.

For more information on the Siemens Foundation, follow @SFoundation on Twitter or visit siemensfoundation.org.

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Crowe appoints first chief diversity officer As part of its commitment to diversity and inclusion, Crowe LLP recently named Chris Mitchell as the firm’s first chief diversity officer.

Crowe is a public accounting, consulting and technology firm with offices around the world.

Mitchell has been with Crowe for six years, serving as a consulting principal within the technology, media and telecommunications services group prior to this appointment.

In his new officer role, Mitchell is responsible for driving an innovative and programmatic agenda to support a culture of inclusion in line with the firm’s vision and strategy. He has an MBA in IT management from Touro University and a bachelor’s degree in accounting from the University of Texas at San Antonio.

Diversity and inclusion have been a major focus for Crowe and for Crowe CEO Jim Powers throughout his tenure. “The firm needs to continue building, promoting and sustaining an inclusive work environment where each person feels a sense of belonging and is inspired to bring their best each day,” Powers said. “As we continue to dedicate resources to this goal, we felt it was important to appoint someone to lead and be held accountable for the continued progress toward our vision.”

As one of the firm’s top priorities, diversity and inclusion is championed internally at Crowe by its Inclusion Excellence Council, which Mitchell has chaired. The council oversees initiatives that work to understand, appreciate and address the various perspectives and needs of all Crowe people, clients and the communities in which the firm operates.

“I’ve been given the opportunity to formally lead our diversity efforts,” said Mitchell, “but what’s important to understand is that Crowe is behind it, firm leadership is behind it and our people have been behind it all along.”

Mitchell said the need for diversity resources continues to strengthen and evolve. “On top of being vital for a company’s workforce, it’s also growing more important in business,” he said.

“Crowe is already nurturing the values, ethics and culture of diversity, and as we mature as a business, it’s critical to have the resources dedicated to it, as well,” Mitchell said.

“Diversity and inclusion are not only important to the firm, but important to our clients and prospects as well. This offers us an opportunity to grow and recognize the diverse backgrounds at Crowe,” Mitchell stated.

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FASHION

Jewelers of America Launches “Make Mom Shine” Sweepstakes

While the most health-conscious person may opt for a morning sweat-a-thon, working in some stretches can also be beneficial.

Begin Your Mornings Feeling Refreshed Family Features - Ready, set, go. Just as you would set off at the starting line of a race, this hectic pace is how mornings begin for many men and women.

Instead of waking with dread to face another hectic morning, consider these tips for a healthier way to ease into your daily rituals. While these activities may require you to allow extra time, you may be pleased with the productive results.

Meditate. A practice that has been around for thousands of years may still be one of the best stress busters for hurried mornings. To start, find a

place in your home that is free of noise and distraction. Practice sitting still, with eyes closed, and focus only on your breathing. Using deep, controlled breaths, try to steer your thoughts away from negative and stress-inducing thoughts.

Stretch. While the most healthconscious person may opt for a morning sweat-a-thon, working in some stretches can also be beneficial. When you awake, think about oft-used muscles and extend each one for 15-30 seconds.

Activate. Give your brain some fuel in

Instead of waking with dread to face another hectic morning, consider these tips for a healthier way to ease into your daily rituals.

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the morning while also doing something nice for your mind. For example, journaling is a gentle way to ease into your morning and get your brain firing.

If you can’t think of a topic, simply write down a few affirmations for the day, revisit a pleasant memory from your past or scribble down a goal for the week.

Journaling can be an uplifting way to engage the mind and express gratitude for the day ahead.

Find more tips for starting your day on the right foot at eLivingToday.com.

SOURCE: eLivingToday.com

Meditation is a practice that has been around for thousands of years and it may still be one of the best stress busters for hurried mornings.

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Jewelers of America (JA), the national trade association for fine jewelry businesses, has launched the “Make Mom Shine” sweepstakes on Instagram in honor of Mother’s Day, according to a news release.

Now, Instagram users will be able to enter to win one of six pieces of jewelry from Jewelers of America members in the weeks leading up to Mother’s Day. “Now more than ever, we all need a little shine and sparkle in our life. The ‘Make Mom Shine’ sweepstakes gives entrants the opportunity to win a piece of jewelry for themselves or to gift to a special mom in their life. We are giving away a different piece of jewelry every few days, providing more opportunities to win,” says Amanda Gizzi, spokesperson for Jewelers of America.

The sweepstakes will be made up of six mini-giveaways throughout the time period, so each follower will have the opportunity to enter multiple times for their shot at a prize.

Each entrant must follow Jewelers of America on Instagram, tag a friend in the giveaway post comments, and use #MakeMomShine. The giveaways feature jewelry by GiGi Ferranti Jewelry; Graziela Gems; Jean Joaillerie; Loriann Jewelry; Martha Seely Design; and With You Designs, LLC. Jewelers of America’s “Make Mom Shine” Sweepstakes runs through May 9, 2020 at 5:00PM EDT. The full prize schedule and rules are available here: https://www.jewelers.org/news/ jewelry-contests/1067-makemomshine-instagramgiveaway-2020. The winner will be selected in a random drawing among all eligible entries received. Jewelers of America has also released its annual Mother’s Day gift guide, which can be found here: https://www.jewelers.org/gift-guides/ mothers-day-jewelry.

For more information on jewelry or to find a Jewelers of America member jewelry store near you, visit www.jewelers.org.

Jewelers of America’s “Make Mom Shine” sweepstakes features five jewelry giveaways during the run up to Mother’s Day.

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SOUTH SUBURBAN Serves communities in Harvey, Markham, Phoenix, Robbins, Dixmoor, Calumet Park, Blue Island, South Holland, and Dolton. Shopping- their favorite pastime!

FREON WANTED: We pay CA$H for cylinders and cans. R12 R500 R11 R113 R114. Convenient. Certified Professionals.

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REAL ESTATE

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Washington Heights, Roseland, Rosemoor, Englewood, West Englewood, Auburn-Gresham, Morgan Park, Maple Park, Mt. Vernon, Fernwood, Bellevue, Beverly, Pullman, West Pullman, West Pullman, Riverdale, Jeffrey Manor and Hegewisch.

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