Community
Helping female veterans
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The Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC) will host the first of three events from 6 to 8 p.m. March 11 at Goodcity, 5049 W. Harrison St.
Community
Forum puts spotlight on preventing HIV/AIDS
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The Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. is sponsoring the free event, which will take place from 9 to noon Saturday at Loretto Hospital.
Community
Illinois Heart female basketball team tryouts Saturday
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Women 18-years-old and older can tryout Jan. 26 at Columbus Park from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
News
West Side women encouraged to seek screening, exams for breast cancer
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There are many services in and outside the Austin community that provide free or reduced cost exams and mammograms to detect and treat breast cancer early.
Opinion
Who controls women’s rights?
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Columnist Rasheena Fountain writes about progress by women over time and her fear of regression from barriers built by contemporary issues females face.
News
The Rev. Ira Acree releases book on finding “Mr. Right” just in time for Valentine’s Day
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The Feb. 12 signing attracted area women looking for practical and spiritual guidance for dating.
News
Rep. Camille Lilly goes red for heart health; announces free cooking class
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The Feb. 24 event at Loretto Hospital will feature heart healthy recipes for women.
News
Sankofa invites Austin residents to love their natural hair
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Saturday’s event will include panel discussions, presentations and vendors selling haircare and beauty items.
News
Garage sale Saturday will benefit Sistas of the Hood
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The group is raising money to help women serving life sentences at Dwight Correctional Center.
Community
Men’s Health 101
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Make sure you’re helping your husband, dad, brother, nephew, grandfather, cousin or friend take care of himself and stay healthy.