News
Fighting the stigma of self-care
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Everyone can use a mental health break, writes columnist John W. Fountain III. A recent trip to Seattle made him realize how important it is to prioritize our mental health.
Ald Emma Mitts
Austin residents over 18 eligible for COVID vaccines at two new sites
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Starting Friday, Austin residents 18 can sign up to receive the COVID-19 vaccine at either of two new vaccination centers in Austin.
Ald. Emma Mitts
City selects developer for Laramie State Bank building
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The Austin United Alliance, led by Heartland Alliance and Oak Park Regional Housing Center, has been selected as the developer for the Laramie State Bank building. It was one of seven proposals considered by city officials, who made the announcement Monday in Austin.
37th Ward
City to soon pick developer for Laramie State Bank building
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Two of seven groups vying for the right to develop the iconic building received the highest score in a community survey as the city moves closer to selecting a winner. 548 Development’s ”Soul City Steam Center” and Brinshore and Westside Health Authority’s “Soul City Center” each earned a 3.6 score. The winning proposal could be announced as early as this week.
art center
Austin is home to one of the few creative communities in Chicago
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The building at 5339 W. Lake, which welcomed its first occupants nearly five years ago, is one of the few, affordable artist spaces in the city, according to studio manager Noah Singer.
Community
Loretto Hospital offering free colon cancer screenings this month
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The West Side hospital is offering free gastrointestinal (GI) screenings for uninsured or underinsured residents of Austin and surrounding communities in March. It’s especially important that African Americans get screened, because they are 20 percent more likely to get colorectal cancer and about 40 percent more likely to die from it than most other groups. oretto will also host a Facebook Live event on colorectal health Monday, March 8 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
coronavirus
West Side officials encourage residents to get COVID-19 vaccine
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A virtual town hall held last weekend addressed the reservations some people have about getting the vaccine. Officials said it’s especially important that African Americans get vaccinated, since Black Chicagoans are dying at a higher rate than other groups.
29th Ward
Austin Town Hall gets funds for repairs, renovations
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The facility at 5610 W. Lake St. will be getting up to $1.5 million in TIF money. That funding will partially cover costs associated with upgrading the building’s electrical service, improving ADA access, and remodeling and restoring parts of the interior including the auditorium.
News
Depression is personal to me
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Austin native John Fountain III shares his struggles with depression and urges African Americans to not be afraid to get help. “I’m never alone in the struggle. And neither are you.”
coronavirus
Free COVID-19 shots available Saturday in Austin
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Five hundred doses will be available from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 27 at By The Hand Club For Kids, 415 N. Laramie Ave. Register ahead of time online or by calling.