Month: May 2017

Their Work Speaks For Them By Robin Carter

Thirty Six Individuals Honored with President’s Lifetime Achievement Award The Presidential Volunteer Achievement Award (PVSA) ceremony was held on April 23, 2017 at the Church of The Living God Temple #130. Ambassador Dr. Pauline Key from Atlanta, Georgia, CEO of Kingdom Awards presented the honors on behalf of the 44th President of the United States … Continue reading Their Work Speaks For Them By Robin Carter

The Miracle in the Making: Witnessing the Power and Leadership of Rev. Dr. Jeremiah A. Wright By Cassiette West-Williams

Chicago – During Saint Sabina Church’s Seven Last Words, Rev. Dr. Jeremiah A. Wright’s sermon brought multiple standing ovations for his testimony to God’s mercy and grace. He is the esteemed pastor emeritus from Trinity United Church of Christ. "Devil, you missed your chance…The devil should have killed me while he had a chance,” Wright … Continue reading The Miracle in the Making: Witnessing the Power and Leadership of Rev. Dr. Jeremiah A. Wright By Cassiette West-Williams

The Pros and Cons of The Obama Presidential Library By Cassiette West-Williams

Chicago – Single mother Linda Haywood said she refuses to move anymore! "I lived in a homeless shelter for five years and never again will I do that. I can walk with authority. I have wisdom now and I can have whatever I speak,” said a poised and confident Haywood at a spirited grassroots town … Continue reading The Pros and Cons of The Obama Presidential Library By Cassiette West-Williams

Strengthening the Local Community and Reducing Poverty By Cheryll Boswell

The Earned Income Tax Credit-EITC and the Child Tax Credit-CTC, is offered each year by the IRS to provide employment and income benefits to millions of low and moderate-income families. The intent of the EITC and CTC is to reduce poverty by supplementing the wages of poor workers and encouraging more people to work. The … Continue reading Strengthening the Local Community and Reducing Poverty By Cheryll Boswell

Haleigh Renée Hoskins from Peoria crowned Miss Spelman College 1st Attendant

On April 22, 2017, Haleigh Renée Hoskins from Peoria, was crowned Miss Spelman College 1st Attendant. The mission of Miss Spelman and Her Court is to serve as an ambassador to Spelman College. She will represent the college to perspective students and parents, as well as donors, and external constituents. She will also host events … Continue reading Haleigh Renée Hoskins from Peoria crowned Miss Spelman College 1st Attendant

Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc., Peoria Alumni Chapter, Using Neckties To Connect With Our Future By Bro. James Fairley

Members of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated, Peoria Alumni Chapter held its KLASSIC MAN youth event on April 21, 2017. The “Klassic Man: Manhood Training for the Next Generation” is a free event in which Brothers of Kappa Alpha Psi, also referred to as NUPES, come out to meet and spend time with young men … Continue reading Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc., Peoria Alumni Chapter, Using Neckties To Connect With Our Future By Bro. James Fairley