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Monday, May 17, 2021Gov. Pritzker Announces $1.5 Billion in Housing Assistance for Illinois Renters and Landlords Hit Hardest by COVID-19
Gov. Pritzker Announces $1.5 Billion in Housing Assistance for Illinois Renters and Landlords Hit Hardest by COVID-19 State to Provide an Additional $400 Million in Mortgage Assistance; Governor Signs HB 2877 Reaffirming Administration’s Commitment to Housing Stability CHICAGO – After leading the nation in the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic, in ensuring the state’s most vulnerable residents had a roof over their head, Governor JB Pritzker today announced that applications for the second round of
Monday, May 17, 2021Gov. Pritzker Aligns Illinois Mask Guidance with CDC for Fully Vaccinated People
Gov. Pritzker Aligns Illinois Mask Guidance with CDC for Fully Vaccinated People Administration to Rescind Emergency Public Health Rules Following New CDC Guidance; CDC: Fully Vaccinated People No Longer Need to Wear a Mask in Most Instances or Practice Social Distancing SPRINGFIELD – Following guidance from the CDC that fully vaccinated people can stop wearing a mask and practicing social distancing in most indoor and outdoor settings, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Public Health
Friday, May 14, 2021I Don’t Want to Wear a Mask…Part 3: Land of the Mask Free and Home of the Brave by smithamundsen's Michael Wong
I Don’t Want to Wear a Mask…Part 3: Land of the Mask Free and Home of the Braveby smithamundsenContributed By Michael Wong, May 14, 2021 Blue medical face masks isolated on whiteOn May 13, 2021, the CDC issued new guidance stating that those who are fully vaccinated can resume activities without wearing a mask or social distancing. Following the CDC’s announcement, President Biden lifted the mask mandate that was required by staff and visitors of the White House. While the CDC has issued this
Thursday, May 13, 2021St. John's Lutheran School offers summer classes
St. John's Lutheran School in Elgin will offer a variety of classes and sports camps this summer. Students aged 5 to 13 may sign up, and you need not be registered at St. John's. Registration deadline is May 31st. Sign up for one or all! Class catalog and registration information are on our website www.stjohns-school-elgin.org. Contact the school office at 847-741-7633 with any questions.
Thursday, May 13, 2021City of Elgin Launches Sustainable Community Grant Program
City of Elgin Launches Sustainable Community Grant Program Reimbursement grants are available to individuals and groups implementing projects to make Elgin a more sustainable community. Elgin, IL— The City of Elgin Sustainability Commission (ESC) announces a new grant program⏤the Sustainable Elgin Community Grant Program⏤to provide individuals and groups reimbursement grants on projects that work to achieve a more sustainable community and involve community engagement and/or
Thursday, May 13, 2021Gov. Pritzker Confirms Illinois will Enter Bridge Phase of Reopening Plan on May 14th
Gov. Pritzker Confirms Illinois will Enter Bridge Phase of Reopening Plan on May 14th Illinois Providers Begin Administering COVID-19 Vaccine to Youth 12 Through 15 Years Old CHICAGO –Governor Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) confirmed today the entire state will move into the Bridge Phase of the Restore Illinois reopening plan tomorrow, Friday, May 14th. The Bridge Phase is the final step before the full reopening of Phase 5. Under Bridge Phase, there are expanded capacity
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Thursday, May 13, 2021The latest news from POAH
View as Webpage WebsiteAboutPropertiesTeamNews Anniversary: POAH looks back on 20 years of mission From a small start-up with a powerful idea in 2001, POAH has grown to a robust and mature organization, creating and managing affordable homes for more than 20,000 people. Throughout our history, we have remained mindful of the original mission as we preserved individual properties, pursued complex multi-property transactions, and created new mixed-income,
Wednesday, May 12, 2021IL Dept of Revenuw to Issue Tax Refunds for Eligible Residents Who Received Unemployment Benefits
Illinois Department of Revenue to Issue Tax Refunds for Eligible Residents Who Received Unemployment Benefits Automatic refunds will be sent to eligible taxpayers who filed electronically before March 15, 2021 Springfield — Governor Pritzker announced today that the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) will begin issuing refunds to eligible taxpayers who filed their 2020 Illinois Individual Income Tax Return prior to a newly enacted federal unemployment tax exemption. The American Rescue Plan Act
Wednesday, May 12, 2021''Rise Above the Bamboo Ceiling'' Book Release
Inspired by Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, Beautiful Potential Consulting & iLocal Online Marketing presents “Rise Above the Bamboo Ceiling”, a virtual fashion show and Amazon book launch. "Forty Dollars and A Dream: Breaking Through The Bamboo Ceiling” is a book based on the true story of a Lao Refugee, Niphaphone "Laura" Robertson-Sanavongsay. Niphaphone was born to parents, Seme & Chita Sanavongsay. Born into homelessness and extreme poverty, Niphaphone "Laura" lived with her
Wednesday, May 12, 2021Seeing blue: New EV charging station signs to appear soon along Illinois interstates
Seeing blue: New EV charging station signs to appear soon along Illinois interstates Seven corridors will have the signs directing travelers to alternative fuel locations SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that new signs will start appearing along interstate corridors, guiding motorists to charging stations for electric vehicles. The signs are part of a national effort to promote alternative fuels that will also spark economic activity in Illinois communities and
Wednesday, May 05, 2021Fox Valley Orthopedics To Host Blood Drive
Blood is one of the most precious gifts one individual can give another. Every two seconds someone needs blood in the United States, whether it be for an accident victim, cancer patient, surgery patient or those affected by natural disasters. There is currently an urgent need for donors. To ensure the Fox Valley has an adequate blood supply, community residents are invited to participate in Versiti Blood Center of Illinois’ Mobile Blood Drive on May 26, 10 am-3 pm, outside of Fox Valley Orthopedics North
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Friday, April 30, 2021EYSO Seeks Student Musicians from Throughout the Region for 46th Season
APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR ELGIN YOUTH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA (EYSO) 2021-22 SEASON; IN-PERSON AUDITIONS SET FOR MAY 27-30 Elgin, IL (April 28, 2021) – After a tumultuous year when many music students have seen their creative programs restricted, moved online, or in some cases suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Elgin Youth Symphony Orchestra (EYSO) invites music students from 4th grade through college to join one of its highly regarded ensembles. All youth with two or more years of instrumental experience
Wednesday, April 28, 2021Advocates for Kane County Mental Health to host May 1 forum on mental health boards
Advocates for Kane County Mental Health to host May 1 forum on mental health boards Advocates for Kane County Mental Health, a coalition of concerned citizens, faith communities and nonprofit organizations providing mental health and other social services, will host an in-person event to publicize the ongoing Dundee and Elgin Townships 708 mental health boards dispute on Saturday, May 1. It will begin at 10:30 a.m. at Highland Avenue Church of the Brethren, 783 Highland Ave. in Elgin. It will be held
Wednesday, April 28, 2021New Playground Open at Lords Park in Elgin
For immediate release, April 28, 2021New Playground Open at Lords Park in Elgin Elgin Parks and Recreation Department Requests User Participation in Playground SurveyElgin, IL - The new playground at Lords Park was recently installed and opened to the public. A first of its kind in Elgin, this playground is a PlayOn! research-based play environment, focused on active play and gathering user data. Elgin
Wednesday, April 28, 2021U-46, Alignment Collaborative for Education to Explore 2021
U-46, Alignment Collaborative for Education to Explore 2021 Virtual event to give 8th graders a window into career options ELGIN - About 2,500 8th graders in School District U-46 will participate on Monday, May 3 in a virtual version of Explore 2021, the District’s annual curriculum and career expo designed to show students the connection between academics and future careers. Traditionally, Explore is held inside a large sports arena, but due to COVID-19 restrictions, it has been transformed into a
Monday, April 26, 2021Elgin Announces Temporary Water Bill Assistance Program
Elgin Announces Temporary Water Bill Assistance Program New Program Administered by Salvation Army will Help Those in Need Pay Water BillsElgin, IL — The City of Elgin is partnering with the Salvation Army to offer temporary water bill assistance to qualified residents that have been negatively affected by COVID-19. The Temporary Water Bill Assistance Program will offer a one-time grant of up to $400 to eligible residents to pay toward any previous or
Friday, April 23, 2021SBA Launches Supplemental Targeted Advance for Small Businesses Hardest Hit by COVID-19
SBA Launches Supplemental Targeted Advance forSmall Businesses Hardest Hit by COVID-19 WASHINGTON –The U.S. Small Business Administration launched a new round of Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) assistance – called Supplemental Targeted Advances – on April 22, 2021 that will provide $5 billion in additional assistance to 1 million small businesses and nonprofit organizations that have been most severely affected by the economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Supplemental Targeted Advance program
Wednesday, April 21, 2021Travel Update from Starship Travel
Find out what we have been up to! Throughout April, we have been busy planning some exciting trips for the summer, and arranging our group trip to Argentina and Patagonia. Contact us if you are interested- there is limited space! In this newsletter, we want to update our readers on some of the changes that are constantly occurring within the travel industry. Visit our
Wednesday, April 21, 2021Middleby Corp. acquires Welbilt Inc.
ELGIN -- Middleby Corp. said it has agreed to acquire Welbilt Inc., a maker of culinary equipment and solutions, in an all-stock transaction. Under the terms of the agreement, Welbilt shareholders will receive a fixed exchange ratio of 0.124 shares of Middleby common stock for each share of Welbilt common stock, with an implied enterprise value of $4.3 billion. The transaction will bring together two complementary businesses, enhancing the Middleby Commercial Foodservice platform with an attractive
Tuesday, April 20, 2021Sanfilippo Helps Prepare Summit Students for the Workforce
COVID restrictions prevented Summit School’s students from interning onsite at John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. (JBSS) this school year. It did not, however, prevent the company from continuing its partnership to help prepare students for the world of employment. LaSalle Crosby, an HR Generalist in JBSS’ corporate office, teamed up with Summit School to provide a virtual, four-week intensive employment preparation seminar series for Summit's seniors. Crosby, who is also a part-time adjunct professor at
Tuesday, April 20, 2021Cross Kicks Fitness Opens in South Elgin
Cross Kicks Fitness USA Press Releaseview in browser Cross Kicks Fitness to open a NEW LOCATION!Cross Kicks Fitness is a passion led, grit inspired community driven by people that genuinely love the industry. We tie a well-rounded functional strength and conditioning program with supporting nutritional guidance. Founded in 2013, Cross Kicks Fitness entered the market space with a cutting-edge concept and one of the hottest new fitness brands. There is never a lack of energy
Tuesday, February 16, 2021Illinois Set to Enact New Law Limiting Criminal Convictions in Employment Decisions
Illinois has long limited employers from considering the criminal history of an applicant or employee in making employment decisions. The Illinois Human Rights Act prohibits employers from considering an employee’s arrest history, for example. In recent years, Illinois’ “Ban the Box” law disallows employers from asking about criminal convictions prior to a job offer or before a candidate is selected for an interview and, therefore, assumed to be otherwise qualified for the position in question. Now,
Wednesday, May 06, 2020CHASE is Hiring!
Employment Opportunities at Chase Elgin Credit Card Service Center 2500 Westfield Dr. Elgin, IL 60124 Are you ready to start a career at Chase? Submit your application on our website today!www.chase.com/careers200028578 -Specialist I - Collections - Elgin, IL We now have full-time opportunities in the Collection’s Group. Our Collections group creates and delivers the right solutions to our customers to resolve account delinquency, directly impacting the risk of loss to the Bank. We are looking for
