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Update: Water Main Break in Dixmoor

Silence DoGood - January 22, 2024

There currently is no disruption in service... dixmoor

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Illinois Governor’s Mansion Announces Illinois Art Tours

Silence DoGood - January 21, 2024

The Illinois Governor's Mansion is the third-oldest state governor's residence in the United States and the oldest gubernatorial residence in the Midwest. #illinois

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Chicago Rideshare Drivers Looking for Safety Solutions

Silence DoGood - January 21, 2024

More recently, a rideshare driver was shot in the chest and critically injured in the Austin neighborhood when three men tried to rob him. #rideshare

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Rep. Haas Hosts 4th Annual Valentines for Vets Program

Silence DoGood - January 19, 2024

The cards will be delivered to veterans residing at the Manteno Veterans Home in time for Valentine’s Day. #valentines #veterans

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Former Mayor Lightfoot Lauches New Chicago Nonprofit Organization

Silence DoGood - January 18, 2024

CNVC serves CBO clients headquartered in historically disinvested neighborhoods. #CNVC

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Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Grants Available

Silence DoGood - January 17, 2024

Grants are divided into two categories, Infrastructure, which seeks to expand capacity and infrastructure, and Equipment Only, which funds the cost of equipment. #agriculturegrants

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16th District Organizations Receive Nearly $1.5 Million in Starting Block Grants

Silence DoGood - January 17, 2024

The grants ranged from just over $80,000 to up to $100,000. #grants

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Calumet City Among 7 Other Communities to Receive Nearly $2.4 Million for Local Outdoor Recreational Opportunities

Silence DoGood - January 16, 2024

The grants come from the National Park Service’s Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF)... #calumetcity

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Gov. Pritzker Announces Additional Funding to Municipalities to Support Migrant Crisis

Silence DoGood - January 16, 2024

To distribute the funds, IDHS is partnering with the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus (MMC), which provides management oversight in the form of a competitive solicitation process. #migrants

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Illinois Proposal Calls for Expanding Vote-by-Mail