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(Pictured left to right) Matteson Village Clerk Yumeka Brown, Sandy Redd, Matteson Mayor Sheila Chalmers-Currin and Village Trustee Juanita Hardin were all smiles after a recent ceremony recognizing Redd who is a contestant on the NBC Singing Competition :The Voice.” Photo by Wendell Hutson

KEYS TO MATTESON HANDED OVER TO VOLLEYBALL COACH Singing sensation Melinda Bussie, whose stage name is Sandy Redd, was honored by Matteson Mayor Sheila Chalmers-Currin on Saturday for her recent appearance on the TV show “The Voice”. PAGE 2

NEWS South Suburban Basketball Star Drafted into NBA G-League PAGE 3

BUSINESS

FASHION

Are You a JobSeeking Veteran? What to Know

Super Secrets for Looking Great During the Changing Seasons With Beauty Expert Milly Almodovar

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NEWS briefly EDUCATION

NOBLE CHARTER PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS RANKED BEST IN CPS Chicago Public Schools recently released the 2018-2019 school quality ratings. Noble charter public high schools earned 10 of the top 15 ranking slots, including all four of the top spots as measured by the School Quality Rating Policy (SQRP). Of the schools that rounded out the top 15, three schools were selective, test-in schools, and two accept only students with certain GPAs and attendance records. Noble schools are public and open to all students in Chicago, there is no testing required for admission, and just as with all CPS schools, tuition is free. Among all Noble campuses, 89% were ranked 1 or 1+ (16 of 18), and Noble’s average SQRP rating is 4.13 which equates to a level 1+ average rating overall.

HEALTH

IL DEPARTMENT ON AGING ASSISTS SENIORS FOR MEDICARE OPEN ENROLLMENT The Illinois Department on Aging’s (IDoA) Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) is reminding seniors of the free counseling assistance available to Medicare-eligible individuals and their caregivers during Medicare Open Enrollment occurring now through December 7th. SHIP is not affiliated with any insurance company, and counselors do not sell or solicit any type of insurance. SHIP counselors in the field help seniors and people with disabilities on Medicare understand the options available to them. They also educate and answer questions about Medicare plans and options. SHIP counselors work through the Medicare.gov system to help seniors and people with disabilities make the best choices for their individual situation. Contact SHIP, by calling 1-800-252-8966, weekdays 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. For more information about SHIP, including a list of SHIP locations, visit the website at: http://www.illinois.gov/aging/ ship/Pages/default.aspx.

LAW & POLITICS

OBAMA HEADS LIST OF MINORITY TRAILBLAZERS The nation’s first African-American president heads the list of minority trailblazers selected in the Illinois Top 200 project, followed by two Native American rivals, a Chicago mayor and a groundbreaking diplomat and cabinet secretary. Barack Obama, who rose from community organizer to senator to president during his time in Illinois, was the top pick in online voting conducted as part of the celebration of the state’s 200th birthday. The Top 200 project lets Illinoisans vote every two weeks on the state’s most inspiring leaders, greatest inventions, top businesses and much more. By the state’s bicentennial on Dec. 3, voters will have chosen 10 favorites in 20 different categories – the Illinois Top 200. Voting in the next category, top leaders, is underway at www.IllinoisTop200.com.

Keys to Matteson handed over to volleyball coach Continued from page 1 BY WENDELL HUTSON

Singing sensation Melinda Bussie, whose stage name is Sandy Redd, was honored by Matteson Mayor Sheila Chalmers-Currin on Saturday for her recent appearance on the TV show The Voice. “We are excited for Sandy because she is one of our own. She is a hometown girl right here in the village of Matteson,” said Chalmers-Currin. “This is my first time giving a resident a key to the village and I am very proud to do so.” More than 100 people, including Matteson resident and comedian Damon Williams, attended the Saturday event at the Matteson Village Hall, 4900 Village Commons. Redd, 36, is a volleyball coach at Southland College Prep Charter High School in Richton Park and a contestant on the talent competition show, which airs 7 p.m. on NBC Mondays and Tuesdays. Redd will be back on the show Monday, Nov. 12. At her Oct. 2 audition, Redd sung “River” by Bishop Briggs and thrilled all four judges who included Grammy award winner Jennifer Hudson. Contestants get to choose a judge to serve as their coach and Redd chose singer Kelly Clarkson, the 2002 American Idol winner. After a standing ovation, Redd thanked the crowd filled with Matteson residents for their support. “I thank God for allowing me to come this far in life. My goal is to change the world through music and I feel like I have the power

“The Voice” contestant Sandy Redd stood proud with her two sons (background-left), at a community event in Matteson where she received the keys to the village presented by Mayor Sheila Chalmers-Currin, comedian Damon WIlliams looks on. Photo by Wendell Hutson

to do that with support from all of you,” Redd told the crowd. “I know my mother is looking down on me from Heaven and she is pleased with what she sees.” Redd said while she’s grateful for all the support she has received from family, friends and Matteson residents, she wished her late mother could have joined her at the ceremony. “My mom (Margaret Owens Bussie) died from cancer in 2006 and I am striving to win this competition because I want her to know that all her sacrifices and hard work was not

done in vain,” said Redd, a single mother of two boys age 12 and 18-years-old. “I have always wanted to be a singer and I have been singing since I was a little girl. My foundation has always been gospel music.” When Redd, who attended Hillcrest High School in Country Club Hills, is not singing or coaching volleyball, she enjoys skating and listening to music from some of her favorite singers, such as the Clarkson Sisters, Michael Jackson, Jill Scott, Whitney Houston, and Tina Turner.

Chicago Author Hosts Book Signing For Release Of Second Novel BY KATHERINE NEWMAN

D. A. Rhodes, author of Why?, recently hosted a book signing event for the release of her newest novel The Day Hate Stood Still. The new book is a sequel to her first novel and chronicles the difficult life of the Boxx Family. The Day Hate Stood Still is set in 1980’s Chicago, a time when Harold Washington was becoming the city’s first African American mayor and there was a new hope for black communities and residents. While excitement is in the air for the city as a whole, the Boxx family is once again dealing with a tragedy that will change the course of their family’s future forever. “After the first book was released and people began to read it, they were saying that they wanted to know what happens next for the Boxx Family. That’s where The Day Hate Stood Still came into play,” said Rhodes. Fans of Why? begged Rhodes to continue on with the story and answer some of their most pressing questions about the Boxx Family who, in the first novel, was dealing with a family members murder and the revelation that a family member had been molested as a child. This second Boxx Family novel digs even deeper into the minds of the family and their never-ending struggle to free themselves of their past. “In this book, they’ve dealt with the anger of

D.A. Rhodes (pictured) recently released her second novel The Day Hate Stood Still which chronicles the life of the Boxx family. Photo Credit: Provided by D.A. Rhodes

it, dealt with the blame of it, and dealt with all those other emotions and are now at the point where they need to move on as a family. But, in the midst of them moving on as a family, there

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is another tragedy that is happening inside the family and they have to deal with that in the process of getting to forgiveness and redemption,” said Rhodes. Rhodes received a bachelors degree in Journalism from Columbia College in Chicago and currently works as the program director for WYCA 102.3 FM Radio. She is also the community affairs host for the Crawford Broadcasting Network in Chicago. Aside from being an award-winning author, Rhodes is the Executive Director of the Rhodes Literary Group, a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing literacy to life for children and adults through scholarships and writing workshops. “With the Rhodes Literary Group, our whole focus is to help aspiring authors to become authors so we take them through the paces of starting and finishing a book, we teach them how to publish and how to market the book as well,” said Rhodes. The Rhodes Literary Group hosts a bi-annual Authors Brunch, held in Detroit and Chicago, to provide a platform for independent and aspiring authors to showcase themselves and their work and network with established authors and New York Times best-selling authors. Both novels by Rhodes are available on Amazon and her books as well as more information on the Rhodes Literary Group is available at www.therhodesliterarygroup.com.

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NEWS

Cook County in Substantial Compliance of Hiring Practices, Ending Federal Oversight Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle announced recently that Cook County has been found in compliance with the Shakman Consent Decree and will be released from federal oversight. At a hearing in U.S. District Court, Judge Sidney I. Schenkier granted the parties joint motion for substantial compliance and has agreed to dismiss the County from the Shakman v. The County of Cook, et al. litigation. “Today marks a significant moment in Cook County’s history. When I took office, I made clear that we needed to reform and reshape Cook County government and that included professionalizing the County’s employment practices in an accountable and transparent way,” Preckwinkle said. “We have proven that we are using a fair employment process and hiring qualified candidates to provide the crucial services expected by those who live and work in Cook County. I’m grateful to those who have made this momentous accomplishment possible.” In 1972, Cook County entered into a consent decree that prohibited the County from politi-

cally discriminating against County employees. In 1994, the County entered into a second consent decree incorporating the 1972 consent decree’s prohibitions and extending those prohibitions to include the County’s hiring practices of new employees. In 2006, the Plaintiffs alleged past violations of the consent decrees and the County and Plaintiffs entered into a supplemental relief order (SRO). The SRO was ultimately approved by the Court on February 2, 2007, and resulted in the appointment of a federal compliance administrator to oversee the County’s compliance. “We have worked diligently to foster a culture of professionalism and accountability and have left behind bad practices of the past,” Preckwinkle said. “Our reforms, and the recognition of those reforms, will save the County millions of dollars.” Among the accomplishments that have led to Cook County’s achieving substantial compliance in the Shakman case are: Adopting and implementing a comprehensive employment plan for all County offices

under the jurisdiction of the President, including the Cook County Public Defender. Also, adopting and implementing a comprehensive employment plan for the OIIG and the Cook County Health and Hospital System. Implementing pro-active and transparent employment-related policies, practices and procedures that will prevent and remedy the negative effects of unlawful political contacts and unlawful political discrimination as required by Executive Order, ordinances and applicable law. Implementing employment-related policies, practices and procedures that prohibit influence of political reasons and factors for non-exempt positions. Requiring reporting to the OIIG for every employee of the County who learns of, or has a reasonable belief that, unlawful political discrimination or political contact has occurred or is occurring. Creating a complaint hotline, formal reporting procedures and whistleblower protections that support the investigative and disciplinary

process and effectively detect and deter wrongdoing. Prohibiting retaliation, punishment or penalty for reporting a political contact, initiating a complaint related to any alleged unlawful political contact or unlawful political discrimination, or cooperating with or assisting those investigations. Empowering the OIIG to independently monitor and investigate County and CCHHS employment plans for substantial compliance and unlawful political discrimination and unlawful political contact. Passing new ordinances and protocols to increase the scope of the OIIG’s authority and requiring County employees to cooperate with such investigations. Adopting regular reporting and auditing requirements related to various elements of the employment plans and supplemental policies in order in order to increase public transparency and accountability. Developing and conducting extensive training programs to educate employees.

South Suburban Basketball Star Drafted into NBA G-League Former Hillcrest High School and South Suburban College (SSC) men’s basketball star player – Jovan Mooring – was drafted in the first round by the Grand Rapids Drive of the National Basketball Association (NBA) G-League during their annual draft recently. Mooring, a 6’2” Guard, was the 13th pick overall. “Jo Mooring is a ‘once in a lifetime’ player for any coach—he has a great feel for the game and his competitiveness and drive match his incredible talent,” said his South Suburban Head Coach, John Pigatti. “This is a huge day for Bulldogs Basketball to see one of our own get to the NBA, and congratulations to Jovan. He was a hard worker and a good student, and is an even better person. He still comes back to SSC when he’s home and practices with our kids.” Mooring averaged 26.6 points, 6.2 rebounds, 3.8 assist, and 3 steals per game during the 2015-16 season for the Bulldogs. With his production and leadership, the Bulldogs finished 3rd at the National Championship Tournament with a 34-3 record––good for best in the nation that year and tops in school history. Bulldogs Head Coach John Pigatti was named Illinois Basketball Coaches Association Junior College Division II Coach of the Year after the season.

Pictured with ball: Former Hillcrest High School and South Suburban player – Jovan Mooring – was drafted into the NBA G-League recently.

“It’s ironic that in one of the best performances I have ever seen, Jo scored 51 points for us at Grand Rapids Community College in 2016,” said Coach Pigatti. “He’s the

only player I have ever coached to get a standing ovation from a road crowd, when he walked off the court that night.” Mooring was the 2016 National www.thechicagocitizen.com

Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) National Player-ofthe-Year at SSC before transferring to University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) to play for the Rebels and

2015 Western Athletic Association Coach of the Year (WAC), Marvin Menzies. Mooring recently graduated with his Bachelor’s Degree from UNLV.

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BUSINESS Are You a Job-Seeking Veteran? What to Know StatePoint - With the veteran unemployment rate at a record low, many who have served in the military are now in the driver’s seat when it comes to civilian job hunting. This is in part because employers understand that veterans bring a wealth of translatable skills and experience to the workforce, including leadership, teamwork and attention to detail. “For veterans, the right employer is one who values the leadership, discipline and service record of military members and veterans,” says Jerry Quinn, Wells Fargo Military Affairs Program manager. “They seek an employer that goes above and beyond to empower them to succeed in and out of the workplace.” Wells Fargo, which established its Military Affairs Program in 2012, is an example of an employer committed to hiring and retaining veteran team members. A variety of job options, confidential resources, educational information and career guidance tools are available to those who served. In fact, eligible team members called to active duty receive military leave benefits and other programming designed to mitigate the burden on their families. Are you a job-seeking veteran? Before accepting an offer, find out whether your potential employer values veterans’ contributions to the workplace. “Start by asking the hiring manager or human resources contact what benefits and programming are offered,” suggests Quinn. “You’ll quickly get a feel for the company culture.” To help get the conversation started, Quinn suggests the following topics of discussion: • Growth opportunities. Is this position one on track for promotions and raises? Does this company offer resources and support to employees looking to grow? Discover what your future at this company could look like • Development programs. From apprenticeships and internships to transition services and leadership programming, ask about opportunities that will offer a chance to make new contacts, find a mentor, develop professional skills and learn

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M Are you a job-seeking veteran? Before accepting an offer, find out whether your potential employer values veterans’ contributions to the workplace.

how to translate existing skills to a new position. • Employee resource groups (ERGs). ERGs can provide resources, opportunities and camaraderie to employees. Find out if the company has a similar group for veterans • Diversity. Is this a company that values diversity, particularly when it comes to veteran status and disabilities? Will the employer accept your veteran status and value it as an asset? • Benefits. Beyond military leave, are benefits available that provide supplemental pay and continued healthcare when individuals are called to active duty? Research whether the company offers additional fringe benefits to ease the burden of being away on active duty. For example, some employers provide lawn mowing and snow removal to those away from home on military orders. More information about career transition services and the type of workplace benefits offered to veterans are available at wellsfargojobs.com/military. Remember, military skills and experience is an asset to employers. Hold out for a position that will value what you bring to the table through tangible workplace benefits and programming.

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NEWS

Wait, What? Scholarships Are Taxable? government revenue in the short term, but it’s short-sighted,” says financial aid expert Mark Kantrowitz. “The federal government benefits financially long-term when students graduate and have the potential to earn more taxable income.”

StatePoint - Everyone knows about scholarships. They’re no-strings-attached money to help students pay for their higher education. Right? Usually, but not always. In some cases, there are significant strings attached -- including situations in which scholarships are treated as taxable income. While unusual, it’s important for students, their families and scholarship providers to understand all the implications.

TAX STATUS The tax status of scholarships first codified in 1954 was simple: for students pursuing a degree, all scholarships, fellowships and grants were tax-free. But later legislation specified portions of a scholarship could be taxed if it is considered “fees for services,” or if it’s used for living, travel or research expenses. What’s more, scholarships for non-degree-candidates are also taxable. As professional certifications and certificate programs become vital to certain industries, experts say these laws put non-traditional students at risk of a heavy tax burden. THE IMPACT Some experts say taxing scholarships comes at a cost for students and scholarship providers and even the federal government.

The tax status of scholarships first codified in 1954 was simple: for students pursuing a degree, all scholarships, fellowships and grants were tax-free. But later legislation specified portions of a scholarship could be taxed if it is considered “fees for services,” or if it’s used for living, travel or research expenses.

“For students, it can harm their ability to pay for their education,” says Robert C. Ballard, president and CEO of Scholarship America, the nation’s largest nonprofit scholarship and education support organization. “For providers wanting to make the biggest charitable impact, it can make providing scholarships less attractive than alternative philanthropic efforts.” With most federal financial aid calculations

based on the pre-tax value of the scholarship, students risk a shortfall in aid. All of this has a disproportionate impact on low-income students. Those from the bottom income quartile spend the largest percentage of family income on higher education; almost half of that money is spent on the non-tuition costs for which scholarship awards are taxable. “Taxing scholarship funds may increase

SHOULD THEY BE TAXED? Kantrowitz, along with Scholarship America’s Despina Costopoulos Emerson, say restoring scholarships’ tax-free status will help certificate- and degree-seeking students, and those who must work out of necessity, pursue their education without undue financial burdens. To learn more about taxing of scholarships visit blog.scholarshipamerica.org. “Scholarship America and our partners are in ongoing talks with members of Congress, and we hope to see some progress on initiatives that will ensure qualified scholarships are available to students to pay the full cost of education and allow scholarships to be used, tax-fee, to pay for room and board, transportation and other college-related expenses,” says Ballard. “In the meantime, students and their families should research the specifics of all grants, scholarships, fellowships and tuition waivers they are offered in order to understand the true value of their financial aid package after taxes and plan accordingly.”

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FASHION

Vaseline® Debuts Clinical Care™, The Next Generation Of Skin Healing Vaseline®, which has been treating consumer's skin for nearly 150 years, is introducing the next generation of healing with new Vaseline® Clinical Care™, a breakthrough line of dermatologist-tested hypoallergenic body products aimed to rescue hard-to-heal dry skin. As the original skin healer, Vaseline® knows that hard-to-heal dry skin can be stressful and uncomfortable. While other lotions only temporarily relieve surface hydration, the innovative Clinical Care™ lotions deeply strengthen skin's moisture barrier using a unique Barrier Repair Complex™, which is proven to transform skin from extremely dry to healed in five days, according to a press release. The line features six new products that offer treatment and relief from a variety of skin concerns which can be associated with situational and ongoing skin conditions. "At Vaseline®, we're always striving to create the absolute best for our consumers, who aren't looking for short cuts when it comes to their

skin health," says Dawn Hedgepeth, General Manager/Vice President of Hand & Body Lotion at Unilever. "We're truly thrilled to introduce Clinical Care™ and its deep healing powers to help people with all types of dry skin needs." To celebrate, Vaseline® is embarking on a multi-city "Save Your Skin" tour, which highlights the importance of moisturization year-round. While most people use lotion in the winter, external factors like cold weather aren't the only dry-skin culprits – internal aggressors such as sleep and stress also wreak havoc on skin health. The tour is anchored in moments to remind people when their skin needs the most healing. It will be arriving in cities with extreme weather, poor sleep habits and stressful climates to save the skin of the consumers who live there and need Vaseline® to #SaveMySkin. At each stop visitors will have the opportunity to meet with expert estheticians to talk through specific skin concerns, as well as offer a unique sensorial experience for those

Vaseline® Clinical Care™ lotions help transform extremely dry skin with fast absorbing, hypoallergenic formulas that deliver clinical strength moisturization.

looking to measure their skin hydration with personalized moisture reader demonstrations, and the chance to test and take home Vaseline® Clinical Care™ lotion samples. The tour will kick off in various locations in New York City to educate the "City that Never Sleeps" on the connection between

sleep and overall skin health alongside 'Grey's Anatomy' and '13 Reasons Why' star, Kate Walsh. A longtime proponent for sleep health, Walsh knows the difficulties that come with prioritizing sleep when living in a bustling metro area, especially during Daylight Savings, a time where the circadian rhythm can be disrupted leading to dry, dehydrated skin. "We live in a busy 'do more' culture, so getting enough rest can be extremely difficult," says Walsh. "Sleep is hugely important to me, which is why I'm thrilled to be partnering with Vaseline® on their Save Your Skin tour to help others prioritize their skin health from the inside out." In addition to New York City, the Save Your Skin tour will bring the healing benefits of Clinical Care™ to Chicago, with more cities to be announced in 2019. For more information on Vaseline® Clinical Care™, please visit www.Vaseline. com and follow along with both @VaselineBrand, @VaselineUS and #SaveMySkin on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook for more info about the tour.

Super Secrets for Looking Great During the Changing Seasons With Beauty Expert Milly Almodovar

he constantly changing temperature means it is important to change your beauty routine, too. People realize their skin and hair are drier during the colder winter months, but they may not know that their entire body needs special attention this time of year. That is why Milly Almodovar is the perfect celebrity beauty expert to help! Milly is well-known as a popular New York-based beauty expert and TV lifestyle host. Milly has turned her love of fashion into an amazing career as she shares her super beauty tips. A BEAUTY TIP FOR BEING READY FOR FALL One of the most important focal points of the face is the lips, and as the weather changes, more time should be spent taking care of them. An amazing new product to help with this is Carmex SuperCran Lip Butter, the newest lip balm from a trusted brand. Carmex SuperCran Lip Butter is made from antioxidant-rich Wisconsin cranberries, is 100 percent natural, and is clinically proven to make lips smoother after just one use. Crafted with the super fruit power of over 300 Wisconsin cranberries, it provides essential natural moisture for lips. The lightweight lip balm is formulated from Carmex exclusive, antioxidant-rich Cranberry Butter, and it absorbs quickly to deeply hydrate, soothe, and restore moisture naturally. For more information, visit www.mycarmex.com/supercran-lip-butter. PROBLEMS PEOPLE EXPERIENCE WHEN THE WEATHER CHANGES Dry skin is a problem as people start moving indoors to their heated homes. With the cold weather approaching, keeping your skin's moisture levels intact is important for the management of eczema. A great solution is Aveeno Eczema Therapy Moisturizing Cream, which intensely moisturizes and relieves dry, itchy, irritated skin due to eczema with Colloidal Oatmeal. Aveeno is the #1 dermatologist recommended over-the-counter eczema

Milly Almodovar shares her top tips for fall and winter beauty.

moisturizer brand in the US. It is clinically shown to help relieve the key symptoms of eczema, which are itchiness, the appearance of redness, dryness, and irritation. In addition to Colloidal Oatmeal, the Moisturizing Cream is also specially formulated with ceramide, an essential lipid naturally found within skin, which helps to prevent the recurrence of extra-dry skin. For more information, visit www.aveeno.com. TOP TIP TO HELP PEOPLE LOOK THEIR BEST If someone is having a good hair day they are

going to feel fantastic. A must-have is Roux, the classic hair color brand known for its instant hair color solutions. They make it easy to refresh faded color, blend away grays, camouflage roots, and change up your look instantly with no damage and at less than $11! Roux FanciFull works without ammonia or peroxide, so there is no commitment or damage. The color washes out in one to three shampoos, leaving behind beautiful frizz-free tone, depth, and shine. Purchase Roux products at Sally Beauty stores or online. For more information, visit rouxbeauty.com.

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Victoria's Secret PINK Partners With Teen Vogue For The 2018 Teen Vogue Summit In Los Angeles Victoria's Secret PINK recently announced that they will be the exclusive fashion partner of the upcoming Teen Vogue Summit, taking place November 30 and December 1 in Los Angeles, CA. The two-day Teen Vogue Summit will connect Teen Vogue's audience and PINK Nation members across the country, offering an inspiring schedule of programs and speakers to encourage young people to pursue their goals. Programming will include talks, mentoring sessions, workshops and office visits that will immerse attendees in the creative worlds of some of Los Angeles' top organizations. Leading up to the Summit, the partnership will include a series of style- and career-themed meetups at campuses alongside the @PINKBus. The curated campus programs will include shoppable PINK holiday product, a cozy lounge and a coffee bar. The campus meetups will incorporate GRL PWR Panels made up of industry leaders and creatives who aim to inspire, educate and encourage the collegiate audience. Additionally, PINK and Teen Vogue will partner on exclusive content for PINK Nation members, including a sweepstakes in the PINK Nation App where members can enter to win a trip to the Teen Vogue Summit.

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NEWS

PSC Speech Team Brings Home Accolades from Tournament Prairie State College (PSC) students recently participated in a speech tournament at Moraine Valley Community College. The team placed seventh overall, and several team members brought home individual awards. Elijah Leake of Flossmoor placed fourth in Communication Analysis. Chelsea Boyde of Tinley Park placed fifth in Informative Speech. Julia Porco of Matteson placed fifth in Speech to Entertain. Additional team members competing were Cahron Cross of Homewood, Destiny Cunningham of Sauk Village and Esmeralda Manzo of Steger. After the competition, team members said that the tournament was a fun learning experience, and that they look forward to refining their skills for the next tournament.

Prairie State College Speech Team members participating in a recent tournament at Moraine Valley Community College were (from left) Cahron Cross, Elijah Leake, Destiny Cunningham, Esmeralda Manzo, Julia Porco and Chelsea Boyde.

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CITIZEN ON THE GO Village Of Robbins Mayor Tyrone Ward Birthday Celebration Highlights

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Pictured left to right are: Mayor Lou Presta, Crestwood;Trustee Sam Brown, Msatteson, Carolyn Palmer, Jerome Brown, Park Forest Resident; Myor Vivian Covington, University Park; Mayor Rodger A. Agpawa, Markham; Mayor James Ford, Country Club Hills; Mayor Riley H. Rogers, Dolton; Mayor Derrick N. Buregess, Sauk Village; Judge Nicole C. Patton; Appellate Court Justice Cynthia Cobbs.

Mayor Eugene Williams, Lynwood; mayor Roger A. Agpawa, Markham; Mayor James Ford, Country Club Hills: Mayor Lou Presta, Burham; Mayor Derrick N. Burgess, Sauk Village; Mayor Vivian Covington, University Park; Mayor Riley H. Rogers, Dolton; Bonita Parker, ComEd; Mayor Tyrone Ward, Robbins.

Sam Balark, Director of External Affairs, AT&T; Judge Nichole Patton; Appellate Court Justice Cynthia Cobbs, JeRime Brown, Park Forest, Judge Adrienne Davis, Judge Toya Harvey, Mayor Vivian Covington, University Park.

Matteson Trustee Adam Shorter; Marlon Rias, Hazel Crest Trustee; L. Cliff Taylor- InsureSource LLC; Yumeka Brown, Matteson City Clerk; Park Forest Mayoral Candidate Jerone Brown; Early Walker, W&W Towing; Ron Conner.

Fell Davis Singer, R&B Group Public Announcement

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Democrat Pritzker Cruises To Victory In Illinois Governor’s Race BY KATHERINE NEWMAN

In one of the most expensive governors races in Illinois history, 478,103 (61.2%) voters, at the Chicago Citizen Newspaper’s press time, have selected JB Pritzker as the new Governor of Illinois. The Pritzker Campaign raised over $176 million with a majority of that money coming from Pritzker himself. Similarly, incumbent Republican Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner, who called Pritzker to concede just before 8 p.m. on election day, raised over $79 million for his reelection campaign, according to Illinois Sunshine, a tool for browsing political contributions in the state of Illinois. Along with Pritzker comes a new lieutenant governor, Juliana Stratton who is a lifelong Illinoisan and the first black woman to hold this role. Together, Pritzker and Stratton have campaigned on improving education, balancing the state’s budget, restoring and rebuilding social services in Illinois, and protecting healthcare. ATTORNEY GENERAL After former Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan announced she would not run for reelection, three candidates Kwame Raoul, Erika Harold and Bubba Harsey ran in the general election for Attorney General of Illinois on November 6. Raoul, a Democratic candidate campaigned on platforms that included protecting the environment, standing with workers, fighting public corruption, and criminal justice reform. Republican Candidate Harold, positioned herself as the last line of defense for republicans in Illinois based on the assumption that there would be a democratic governor taking office, and Libertarian candidate, Bubba Harsey, was motivated to run for Attorney General of Illinois after seeing the abuse and unconstitutional tax burdens the state government was inflicting on working class people in Illinois, according to his campaign website. Raoul is the presumed winner of the Illinois Attorney General Election and was leading with 61.5% of the reported votes in Illinois compared to the Harold, who had 36.2% of the votes and Harsey who had 2.4% of the votes at the Chicago Citizen Newspaper’s press time. OTHER PRESUMED WINNERS AT PRESS TIME INCLUDE, Secretary of State Jesse White (D) - 74.2%

The new Illinois governor, JB Pritzker (pictured). Photo Credit: Provided by JB for Governor

Metropolitan Water Reclamation District Commissioners - Unexpired 2-Year Term Kimberly Neely Dubuclet (D) - 77.2%

State Representative, 30th District William “Will” Davis (D)

County Treasurer Maria Pappas (D)

State Representative, 33rd District Marcus C. Evans (D)

County Assessor Frederick “Fritz” Kaegi (D) - 76.3%

State Representative, 34th District Nicholas “Nick” Smith (D)

County Commissioner 4th District Stanley S. Moore (D)

Comptroller Susana A. Mendoza (D) - 67.1%

Metropolitan Water Reclamation District Commissioners - Unexpired 2-Year Term (vacancy of Bradford) M. Cameron “Cam” Davis (D) - 79%

Treasurer Michael W. Frerichs (D) - 64.7%

County Assessor Frederick “Fritz” Kaegi (D) - 76.3%

State Representative, 38th District Debbie Meyers-Martin (D)

County Commissioner 5th District Deborah Sims (D)

State Senator 14th District Bobby L. Rush (D) - 77.6%

Unopposed candidates include,

President of County Board Toni Preckwinkle (D)

County Commissioner 6th District Donna Miller (D)

County Clerk Karen A. Yarbrough (D)

County Commissioner 3rd District Larry Rogers, Jr. (D)

State Senator 15th District Robin Kelly (D) - 84.5% Metropolitan Water Reclamation District Commissioners - Full 6-Year Term Debra Shore (D) - 26.5 % Kari K. Steele (D) - 23.6% Marcelino Garcia (D) - 21.8%

State Senator 17th District Emil Jones, III (D) State Representative, 28th District Robert “Bob” Rita (D) State Representative, 29th District Thaddeus Jones (D)

County Sherrif Thomas J. Dart (D)

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er 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. For information, contact Plaintiff's attorney: JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 541-9710 Please refer to file number 18-0990. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 541-9710 E-Mail: ilpleadings@johnsonblumberg.com Attorney File No. 18-0990 Attorney Code. 40342 Case Number: 18 CH 7442 TJSC#: 38-8029 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I3101302 __________________________________

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REAL ESTATE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION LENDINGHOME MARKETPLACE, LLC. Plaintiff, -v.L.S.T. CONTRACTING INC, VILLAGE OF CALUMET PARK, CITY OF CHICAGO Defendants 18 CH 7442 12532 SOUTH PAULINA STREET Calumet Park, IL 60827 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 27, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on November 13, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 12532 SOUTH PAULINA STREET, Calumet Park, IL 60827 Property Index No. 25-30-423-016-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $84,348.29. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. 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 purchas-

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