With a mission to spread awareness and education about Black History in the community, Bolingbrook’s Black History Month Awareness Club aims to make a difference. The event is open to all Chicagoland, regardless of race and origin, to assist in building bridges of tolerance and understanding.
“We ensure that 100% of the proceeds from the event provide food and supportive services to our neighbors throughout DuPage and Will Counties. We currently serve over 6,800 adults, children, and senior citizens each month, and that number continues to rise at an alarming rate.
As a student growing up in Romeoville in the 1960’s, Rachel attended Valley View Elementary (now the Dr. James Mitchem Early Childhood Center) and graduated from Lockport West HS (now Romeoville HS).
Reigning First Party For Bolingbrook introduces its slate of municipal candidates for the April 4, 2023 Consolidated Election. With three village trustee positions to be filled, the First Party slate includes incumbent Trustee Michael Carpanzano who is seeking a second term, Trustee Jean Kelly, seeking her own four- year term after being appointed in 2022 to fill a vacancy, and rising star Jose Quintero seeking election for the third seat.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention predicts a serious spread of flu this year and is already reporting an early spike in cases in several states. When seasonal illnesses increase, the number of healthy donors tends to decrease, leaving the Red Cross blood supply vulnerable to a potential shortage over the holidays.
West Suburban Community Pantry provides food and resources to people facing hunger in DuPage and Will Counties. Last month, WSCP served a record-high of 726 families in one week, compared to just over 500 families weekly during 2021.
"I strongly recommend those who qualify for the program apply for mortgage assistance," Avelar said. "With the upcoming winter months, it is essential that we take care financially, especially with the added expenses and the increased energy cost to keep our families warm in the winter."
VVSD is currently making immediate hiring decisions for a variety of part-time and full-time positions for the 2022-23 school year. Current available job categories include Lunchroom Aides, Lunchroom & Playground Aides, Nutrition Services staff, Paraprofessionals, Security personnel, Substitute Teachers, and Transportation Services.
Proceeds from the event will help Lightways, a nonprofit agency, continue to provide unwavering guidance and support to adults and children in need of compassionate end-of-life care for those who are terminally ill.
The high cost of rent and fierce competition for vacant properties has led to an increase in rental fraud, with many people turning to online social media groups to find apartments, and some even sharing the cost of an apartment with friends or family.
