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Column: Iran war complicates housing market in south suburbs, experts say
South suburban real estate professionals say uncertainty abounds amid increases in the cost of living and interest rates.
Column: Olympia Fields blood drive remembers Kristin Arielle Oliver
The Sickle Cell Disease Association, Rich Township and Top Ladies of Distinction South Suburban Chicago Chapter supported the drive.
Column: Gasoline prices curtail business, behaviors of south suburban residents
Stephanie Luster of Flossmoor, Corrine Wilkerson of Homewood, and Dalton Campbell of Lansing say gas prices have curtailed activity.
Column: South suburban tax preparers remind filers to check for new deductions
Felecia Stevenson, owner of six Jackson Hewitt locations, and Park Forest-based Kirby Ashley outline new deductions for tax filers.
Column: South suburban residents share personal experiences with Rev. Jesse Jackson
South suburban officials and volunteers, along with columnist Francine Knowles, share their memories of the Rev. Jesse Jackson.
Column: For Black History Month, south suburban residents share who inspired them
Black voices from the south suburbs share their thoughts on which deceased and living African Americans inspired them.
Column: Service group promotes literacy through Little Free Library in Harvey
The Little Free Library in Harvey's Gloria Taylor Park was established by Top Ladies of Distinction Will County Black Diamond Chapter.
Column: Recipients of federal food benefits need to be aware of new eligibility rules
SNAP recipients should take steps now to protect their benefits, as advocates warn changes will mean more people will go hungry.
Column: Southland College Prep’s Gloria Chatman honored for inspiring young artists
Timeless Gifts Performing Arts Program award Gloria Chatman the Juanita Passmore Legacy Award for her work at Southland College Prep.
Column: Those in past year’s columns share Thanksgiving gratitude, traditions
Columnist Francine Knowles reached out those she interviewed this past year to learn what they’re most thankful for.