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Walder Foundation Announces 2024 Biota Awardees

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Mardi, mai 7, 2024
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CHICAGO, May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Walder Foundation announced five 2024 Biota Award recipients. Now in its third year, the Biota Awards continue to advance early-career researchers who are working to understand, protect, and restore the unique and diverse ecosystems in Chicago and around the world.

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  • CHICAGO, May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Walder Foundation announced five 2024 Biota Award recipients.
  • "With ever-changing risks to our planet, the Biota Awards represent a key part of our commitment to supporting biodiversity research in Chicago," said Elizabeth Walder, President and Executive Director of the Walder Foundation.
  • The 2024 award recipients will be recognized at a celebration in July hosted by the Walder Foundation.
  • Please visit the Walder Foundation website in June for more information.

ComEd, Metropolitan Mayors Caucus Award 18 Grants to Support Holiday Lights Events in Northern Illinois

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Mercredi, octobre 25, 2023
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To support local holiday displays, ComEd and the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus today announced grants of up to $2,500 each for 18 northern Illinois communities as part of the annual ComEd Powering the Holidays Program.

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  • To support local holiday displays, ComEd and the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus today announced grants of up to $2,500 each for 18 northern Illinois communities as part of the annual ComEd Powering the Holidays Program.
  • "We are thrilled to once again partner with ComEd on the Powering the Holidays Program," said Neil James, Executive Director of the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus.
  • With the addition of the 2023 grant recipients, ComEd has now awarded 46 communities and organizations a total of $113,000 in grants to power holiday lights events since 2021.
  • Powering the Holidays grants can be used for any community holiday lights event held from November 1, 2023, to February 13, 2024.

Morton Salt and Alter Brewing toast to 175 years of "Pure Joy" launching a limited-edition Morton Beer

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Lundi, octobre 2, 2023
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CHICAGO, Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Morton Salt, Inc. and Alter Brewing are pleased to introduce Pure Joy, a limited-edition beer named in honor of Morton Salt's founder, Joy Morton.

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  • CHICAGO, Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Morton Salt, Inc. and Alter Brewing are pleased to introduce Pure Joy, a limited-edition beer named in honor of Morton Salt's founder, Joy Morton.
  • The beer is crafted by Alter Brewing and available at its locations in Downers Grove, Oak Brook and St. Charles beginning October 2, 2023.
  • "We're very excited to collaborate with Alter Brewing to offer a delicious, refreshing one-of-a-kind beer to toast with our customers as we continue to celebrate Morton Salt's 175th anniversary," said Kristin Edstrom, Senior Brand Licensing Manager for Morton Salt.
  • Ken Henricks, President of Alter Brewing, shared, "We're honored to partner with such an iconic, global leader celebrating their 175th anniversary.

ComEd, Metropolitan Mayors Caucus Offer Grants to Power Community Light Events this Holiday Season

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Mercredi, juillet 19, 2023
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The program supports community holiday lights events that represent the diverse cultures and traditions celebrated across northern Illinois.

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  • The program supports community holiday lights events that represent the diverse cultures and traditions celebrated across northern Illinois.
  • ComEd and the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus are making $45,000 in funds available for the 2023 grant program to power a variety of holiday lights celebrations this year.
  • During the 2022 holiday season, 18 communities throughout northern Illinois utilized these grants to support holiday lights events.
  • This annual event invites community members to celebrate the holiday season with light displays, carols and the lighting of the South Chicago Heights Christmas tree.

Morton Salt Proudly Announces Premier "Plant Trees" Sponsorship of The Morton Arboretum

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Jeudi, avril 27, 2023
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CHICAGO, April 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Morton Salt , a trusted leader in salt production and a cornerstone of the American kitchen for 175 years, is proud to announce its premier "Plant Trees" sponsorship of The Morton Arboretum .

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  • CHICAGO, April 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Morton Salt , a trusted leader in salt production and a cornerstone of the American kitchen for 175 years, is proud to announce its premier "Plant Trees" sponsorship of The Morton Arboretum .
  • The Morton Arboretum, located in Lisle, Illinois, was founded in 1922 by Joy Morton, the founder of the Morton Salt Company.
  • "When Joy Morton established the Arboretum, he recognized an essential need to plant, study, and conserve trees that is even more vital today," said Jill Koski, president and CEO of The Morton Arboretum.
  • "This significant sponsorship will help the Arboretum continue its leadership in planting and protecting trees, both locally and globally, for the well-being of people and the environment."

Illinois Residents Can Enter Sweepstakes to Turn on Buckingham Fountain for Summer

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Jeudi, avril 13, 2023
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Members of the community are invited to Grant Park where ComEd and the Chicago Park District will switch on Buckingham Fountain to mark the unofficial start of the summer season.

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  • Members of the community are invited to Grant Park where ComEd and the Chicago Park District will switch on Buckingham Fountain to mark the unofficial start of the summer season.
  • ComEd is calling on residents to enter a sweepstakes for the chance to switch on Buckingham Fountain at the event.
  • “It wouldn’t be summer in Chicago without the spectacular Buckingham Fountain water display," said Rosa Escareno, General Superintendent and CEO of the Chicago Park District.
  • The Chicago Park District invites everyone to come and countdown with us as we turn on the fountain for its 96th season during the free Switch on Summer event with ComEd.

ComEd, Metropolitan Mayors Caucus Award 18 Grants to Support Holiday Lighting Events Across Northern Illinois

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Lundi, octobre 31, 2022
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Recognizing the importance of cultural holiday celebrations and how they can brighten communities, ComEd and the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus today announced grants of up to $2,500 each for 18 northern Illinois communities as part of the ComEd Powering the Holidays Program.

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  • Recognizing the importance of cultural holiday celebrations and how they can brighten communities, ComEd and the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus today announced grants of up to $2,500 each for 18 northern Illinois communities as part of the ComEd Powering the Holidays Program.
  • "ComEd and the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus are excited to again support a wide variety of holiday lighting displays that bring residents together to celebrate and experience cultural traditions within their communities."
  • Powering the Holidays grants can be used for any community holiday lights event held from November 1, 2022, to February 13, 2023.
  • Municipalities, townships, counties and other local governments within the northern Illinois areas ComEd serves were eligible to apply.

ComEd, Metropolitan Mayors Caucus Offer Grants to Illuminate Community Light Events this Holiday Season

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Lundi, juillet 11, 2022
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For the second year, ComEd and the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus (MMC) encourage communities and community organizations to apply for competitive grants of up to $2,500 each as part of the Powering the Holidays program.

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  • For the second year, ComEd and the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus (MMC) encourage communities and community organizations to apply for competitive grants of up to $2,500 each as part of the Powering the Holidays program.
  • The program supports community holiday light events that represent the diverse cultures and traditions celebrated across northern Illinois.
  • ComEd is proud to team up with the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus to deliver community funding to help brighten our cities and towns for the holidays this season.
  • On behalf of the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus, we are grateful to partner with ComEd to offer this wonderful grant opportunity to communities.

STELLA APPOINTS DR. PAT BASU AS CHAIRMAN

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Mercredi, juin 22, 2022
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CHICAGO, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Stella, the leader in the delivery of high outcome treatments for emotional trauma and mental health management, announced today the appointment of Dr. Pat Basu as Chairman of its Board of Directors.

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  • CHICAGO, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Stella , the leader in the delivery of high outcome treatments for emotional trauma and mental health management, announced today the appointment of Dr. Pat Basu as Chairman of its Board of Directors.
  • Whether they suffer silently or visibly, very few are offered access to high quality solutions," said Dr. Pat Basu.
  • Basu continued, "I hope to help Stella help make life better and healthier for the far too many human beings suffering emotional trauma."
  • Stella continues to innovate by offering fast, effective, and peer-reviewed breakthrough treatments like our lives depend on it because they do.

MEDIA ADVISORY: SNOOPY AND NEIGHBORHOOD VOLUNTEERS BRING TREES AND GREEN COMMUNITY SPACE IN CALUMET HEIGHTS/SOUTH CHICAGO

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Mercredi, avril 13, 2022
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Adding new trees can help remedy environmental issues while supporting local agriculture and resident health among vulnerable populations in the largely BIPOC community.

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  • Adding new trees can help remedy environmental issues while supporting local agriculture and resident health among vulnerable populations in the largely BIPOC community.
  • The event is inspired by environmental themes found throughout Charles Schulz's Peanuts comic strips.
  • Snoopy shoveling as he helps arborists and tree lovers plant 10-foot trees.
  • Clips from the new Peanuts special "It's the Small Things, Charlie Brown," debuting on Apple TV+ this Friday.