Happy Earth Day! Chicago teacher advances to Top 10 in “America’s Favorite Teacher" contest
Voting for Top 5 ends on Thursday, April 25th
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Happy Earth Day!
Since its inception in 1970, Earth Day has transformed from a U.S.-focused call to action into a global celebration recognized in over 190 countries.
Today, let’s come together to further beautify our neighborhoods and reduce our environmental impact so we can preserve Chicago’s rich history.
Vote for “America’s Favorite Teacher”
Jasmine Williams, a local educator based on Chicago’s South Side, is in the running for America’s Favorite Teacher.
Last Thursday, Williams advanced to the Top 10 out of 111 teachers in her group. Now she has a chance to make it to the Top 15 in her group.
Cast your vote here every 24 hours to help Jasmine Williams secure a spot in the Top 5.
Learn more about the contest and how you can support Chicago’s very own here. You will need to verify your vote using Facebook or by adding a credit card.
How Cook County property taxes work
If you have a mortgage, it’s common to use an escrow account to handle your property tax payments.
The lender determines the annual property tax amount and divides this cost into the monthly mortgage payments.
Tiffany Smith of Neighborhood Housing Services of Chicago explains, “Our property taxes, insurance premiums, and interest payments are included in that monthly payment.”
However, she notes that once your mortgage is fully paid off, the responsibility for paying property taxes shifts to you.
Read more here.
Chicago Southsider Summer Festival and Event Guide
Check out a few events coming up in June:
Chicago Blues Festival
Chicago Vegandale Festival
Bronzeville’s 2024 Juneteenth Celebration
Hyde Park Summer Fest
Read more here.
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