(Photo By Flickr User Jim Mullhaupt) The Federal Aviation Administration reports O’Hare International Airport in Chicago was the nation’s second-busiest in 2016 . Flights at O’Hare dropped 1 percent. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport saw a jump in flights of 2 percent compared to 2015. It had just under 900,000 arrivals and departures compared with O’Hare’s…… MORE
(Photo By Flickr User Katherine Johnson) The Chicago Blues Festival will be moving from Grant Park to Millennium Park in June 2017, joining city events such as the Jazz and Gospel fests at the Michigan Avenue venue. In a statement, Mark Kelly, head of the Department of Cultural Affairs, said: “We are excited to move…… MORE
(Photo By Flickr User Penn State) “Giving you a friendly reminder to Celebrate Holidays Around the World at International Fair 2017!” Knox College students from around the world will showcase diverse food, culture, and entertainment as part of the 36th Annual International Fair. The theme for the 2017 International Fair is “Holidays: Celebrate Around…… MORE
(Photo By Flickr User Mike Kalasnik) The Kroger Company looks to hire 10,000 new employees in 2017! According to week.com, The Kroger Company is looking to fill the permanent positions in various grocery chains it owns. The company hired an estimated 12,000 new workers in 2016. The company has hired 86,000 new employees over the past…… MORE
(Photo By Flickr User Davidlohr Bueso) The nominees for the Academy Awards 2017 have been revealed! For the first time ever, this year’s Oscar nominees were announced via a pre-recorded video stream at Oscars.com with a handful of Academy members, including Jennifer Hudson, Brie Larson and Terrence Howard taking turns reading names. Previous nominations have…… MORE
(Photo By Flickr User Paul Sableman) Ron Isley, Grammy Award Winner, producer and lead singer of The Isley Brothers, is pleased to launch the Ron Isley Initiative that will send students to Harris-Stowe State University. In honor of his accomplishments and passion for the St. Louis community, Isley will use his gift to provide a…… MORE
(Photo By Flickr User Jeff Hitchcock) “Celebrate Holidays Around the World at International Fair 2017!” Knox College students from around the world will showcase diverse food, culture, and entertainment as part of the 36th Annual International Fair. The theme for the 2017 International Fair is “Holidays: Celebrate Around the World.” The traditional cultural showcase, booths,…… MORE
(Photo By Flickr User Ken) “Frosty Key Tags at Wendy’s are back! For $2 you can help find forever homes for kids in foster care & enjoy free Jr. Frosty treats all year!” You read it right; just $2 could get you unlimited Wendy’s Jr. Frostys in 2017, while simultaneously helping to find homes…… MORE
(Photo By Flickr User Central City Productions) “Ladies & Gentlemen, the 2017 Stellar Gospel Music Awards Nominees have been announced!” According to stellartv.com, Central City Productions announced today the nominees in 26 categories for the 2017 Stellar Awards. Hailed as an “epic night in gospel music,” this year’s Stellar Awards will return to the Las…… MORE
(Photo By Flickr User JBLM MWR) “Calling all kids, calling all kids, the Peoria KidsFest is coming; the Peoria Kids Fest is coming!” Join in for activities that are both fun and educational for the entire family! Attractions include Fun on the Run Inflatables, laser tag, pumpkin patch carnival ride, face painting, an indoor rock…… MORE
