Rondout Submitted Articles
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Friendship Village Residents' Fundraising Efforts for Ukraine Humanitarian ReliefMar 21, 2022 9:02 AM - Concerned and saddened by the war in Ukraine, the residents of Friendship Village in Schaumburg have launched a fundraising drive. Proceeds collected over ten days will be directed to the World Central Kitchen.
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Antioch Traveling Closet receives larg donation from local businesswomanFeb 7, 2022 1:16 PM - Village of Antioch Mayor Scott Gartner was on hand recently to show gratitude to a Chicago area businesswoman for her large donation of adult winter coats to the Antioch Traveling Closet, NFP.
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Antioch community plays host to the annual Sailors DinnerDec 21, 2021 8:47 AM - Recently, 250 Sailors from the Naval Station Great Lakes had an opportunity to enjoy an extravagant holiday meal, along with entertainment and plenty of community cheer, at the annual Antioch Community Sailors Dinner Dec. 11.
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Libertyville student's app helps feed the hungryNov 18, 2021 4:02 PM - Solve Hunger began as an idea at the Sharma family dinner table. The Sharmas were discussing potential solutions to improve food drive networks locally.
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Travis Manion Foundation to host 9/11 Heroes Run to honor the 20th anniversaryAug 26, 2021 3:18 PM - The Travis Manion Foundation, a veteran service organization, will host the Chicago 9/11 Heroes Run 5K race on Saturday, Sept. 11, at Lincoln Park in Chicago.
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American History Essay ContestAug 17, 2021 10:38 AM - You are invited to participate in an annual essay contest sponsored by the Daughters of the American Revolution.
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Naperville Special Olympics Illinois athlete to be honored at Chicago Ducky Derby Aug. 5Jul 15, 2021 3:43 PM - On Thursday, Aug. 5, 65,000 rubber ducks will splash into the Chicago River off the Columbus Bridge for the 2021 Chicago Ducky Derby to benefit Special Olympics.
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Rocks of Kindness Project at Friendship Village Senior Living Community in SchaumburgJul 6, 2021 8:47 AM - Last week, residents of Friendship Village senior living community in Schaumburg participated in Cross Country Mortgage's Rocks of Kindness Project. In collaboration with the Schaumburg business, the residents painted rocks with inspiring and positive messages to be shared around the greater Schaumburg area. Cross Country Mortgage provided the materials, asking residents of the retirement community to help "spread light and positivity in our community," explained Amanda De La Matta, lifestyles activity coordinator at Friendship Village.
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AARP analysis finds 10% of Black older adults in Illinois lack health insuranceJun 23, 2021 4:27 PM - A new analysis from AARP's Public Policy Institute finds that nearly half of older adults in the U.S. purchasing health insurance through the nongroup health insurance market faced unaffordable health coverage in 2019, compared to only 30% of younger adults. As a result, many older adults remained uninsured, including 7.5% of all 50-64 year old Illinoisans.
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Gorton Center Live Outside Entertainment Series Kicks Off in Lake Forest on Wednesday, June 16Apr 29, 2021 11:13 AM - Incredible entertainment is brought to Lake Forest this summer with acts that include local bands, illusionists, and award-winning musicians
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