His voice is one of the most well-known in all of Chicagoland – especially to sports fans. Many a time over the past 40 years has Wayne Messmer stepped onto the field, court or ice to serenade fans with “The Star Spangled Banner” before a contest. From Chicago Stadium to Wrigley Field, north side and south, the
For years, she was someone who enjoyed a brew in one of the many establishments in Chicago. But when Mickey Bryant wanted to see a more diverse crowd in the craft brewing space, she decided to blend her passion with her profession. An instructional design & technology consultant by trade, this Chicagoan decided to begin “Black and
An organization in Chicago is doing what it can do to end homelessness in a unique way. Red Line Service is using art to reach out to those who are unhoused in the city, with Executive Director Rhoda Rosen leading that effort. Through various projects and partnerships, the organization is taking steps to aid those
Turning a negative into a positive has become his specialty and is the reason the organization he runs is even in existence. When a little league group he was involved with disbanded, LaVont’e Stewart Sr. wanted a way to continue to help the youth of the South Shore community. So he started “Lost Boyz Inc.”
A passion that developed on the diamond of another sport in the suburbs has now helped him reach the pinnacle of baseball in Chicago. “Naperville Nicky” Lopez is in his first season with the White Sox and his sixth in Major League Baseball. It’s also the first year which the fielder, who primarily plays second
When someone makes the decision to call 312.600.0000 for help, she could be the first person they talk to at Ankin Law. That’s Kelly Pickert, one of four receptionists at the firm who are the initial point of contact for potential client. At the same time, they’re also making sure that those already working with
Ayo Dosunmu, the 6’5″ shooting guard for the Chicago Bulls talks about growing up in Chicago, playing college basketball at the University of Illinois, and being drafted by his hometown team. Ayo knows that if you’re hurt at work or in a car accident the right play is to call Ankin Law at 312-600-0000.
Intro music begins Howard Ankin: Welcome to another edition of Chicagoan’s You Should Know. I’m here with David Kaplan who’s with NBC Sports Chicago, author and all-around great guy to find out a little bit about what he does and what his life experiences. David, thanks for being with us. David Kaplan: Thanks for having me.
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