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Children’s Museum in Oak Lawn Teams Up for New Birth to 5 Resource Hub

The Region 1-B-C (Cook County South) Action Council identified the need for a central resource hub for families. In partnership with the Children’s Museum of Oak Lawn, Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123, and the Illinois Resource Center, that Early Childhood Resource Hub is now available!

OL Children Museum Hub Connects South Suburban Families With Early Childhood Programs

As part of their Action Plan, the Region 1-B-C Councils set a goal to increase awareness of Early Childhood Education and Care services. In partnership with the Children’s Museum in Oak Lawn, they launched an Early Childhood Resource Hub.

The South Suburban News Proudly Presents: The 2025 Black Women of Excellence

The South Suburban News proudly presents the 2025 Black Women of Excellence, which includes Region 1-B-C (South Cook County) Council Manager, Ashonti Jackson, and Administrative Support, Leah M. Armour!