school
West Side lawmakers put spotlight on state of education
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Parents and teachers from Chicago’s West Side and Oak Park attended a legislative forum last week at which funding and other issues were discussed.
Austin Community
Local official wants to reopen Metra stop in Austin
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State Rep. Ford wants to re-open a station at Lake and Central, but officials say it could cost millions.
theater
Local actor devoted to bringing theater to Austin
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Daryl Satcher is directing his play “Mr. Mars Meets Ms. Venus” through Oct. 22nd at ESO Theater, 5401 W. Madison.
Austin
Local theater partners with history group to educate Austin on the importance of childcare
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The Working Women’s History Project in partnership with the Lookingglass Theater held a panel earlier this month at Third Unitarian Church.
Austin
Suburban businessman adds $5,000 to reward fund seeking arrest of 15-year-old’s killer
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Family and faith leaders continue to push for community’s help in solving the murder of Steinmetz High School freshman Demetrius Griffin Jr.
Austin
Take a bike ride in Austin
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Everyone is welcome to join the ride Sept. 28th. Meet at BUILD’s headquarters at 5 p.m. and roll off at 6 p.m. Free bike rentals available.
men's health
Dozens of men turn out for health fair
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The West Side Men’s group hosted last weekend’s event, which featured information from physicians and included free health screenings.
garden
More community gardens cropping up in Austin
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Vacant lots on three West Side streets have been selected for transformation as part of a block club competition sponsored by Austin Coming Together and LISC Chicago.
film
Austin teen set to debut film Aug. 17th
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Wells Community Academy High School senior Jerence Rambo’s five-minute short will be shown at The Logan Center for the Arts. He produced the movie through a summer After School Matters program.
29th Ward
Another neighborhood school tests positive for lead
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The devices that tested high have been turned off at three Austin schools – Ella Flagg Young, Lewis and Spencer. Other West Side schools must still be tested.