Community
Loretto Hospital offering free rapid HIV testing this month
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The free screenings are available on Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to uninsured or underinsured residents of Austin and surrounding neighborhoods.
Community
Celebrate the holiday
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West Side families are invited to a holiday dinner and community musical Dec. 11 at Kehrein Center for the Arts, 5628 W. Washington Blvd.
Community
Learn how to appeal your property taxes
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Attend a free workshop with Cook County Commissioner Larry Rogers Jr. and state Rep. La Shawn Ford from 2 to 4 p.m. Dec. 9 at the Austin public library, 5615 W. Race Ave.
Community
West Side church goers to receive free laptops from Comcast
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The giveaway serves as a reminder that eligible households can receive up to $30 a month toward the cost of internet and/or mobile service under a federal program.
Community
One and all invited to tree lightings on Friday
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West Side residents are invited to two Christmas tree lightings on Dec. 1. The first will take place after the Austin parade, which starts at 5 p.m. at the 15th Police District. The other tree lighting – sponsored by Austin Coming Together and the 600 block of Lorel Block Club, will take place from 6 to 8 p.m.
Community
Donations being accepted for holiday toy drive
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Austin Coming Together is accepting toys for children ages 0 to 18 through Dec. 1. Drop off donations in person at 5049 W. Harrison St or donate via Amazon.
Community
Thanksgiving celebration to be held Saturday
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The annual celebration – organized by Fathers Who Care and Westside Community Stakeholders – will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Michele Clark High School, 5101 W. Harrison.
Community
Last Austin disaster recovery center to close Tuesday
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The center at Washington Square Mall, 4851 W. North Ave., will be open 8 a.m to 5 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, before closing for Nov. 7th.
Community
Celebrate Halloween in Austin
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West Side residents are invited to a Halloween party in the 800 block of North Massasoit that starts at 4 p.m. Oct. 31. The free party – which will include hot dogs and candy – is sponsored by the Good Neighbors Campaign.
News
West Siders turn out for chili cook off in Austin’s Soul City
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The second annual “It’s Getting Chili in Soul City” was held Saturday in Austin. Shirley McClain and Shirley Howard took home 1st place honors.