NEW story about the closure of Jamesville Correctional Facility: Read more about the political fight behind closing Jamesville and how a state oversight agency found operations in disarray at the county jail, where all incarcerated people would move. centralcurrent.org/how-not-to-clo…

We love hearing about how our SCSD school communities are helping the planet. As part of a recent #GreenSCSD partnership, students at Syracuse STEM at Blodgett worked with syracuse1848 Parks & Rec to plant trees in vacant lots on Tully Street! 🌳

mysouthsidestand.com/events/a-commu… The Sankofa Doula Collective is striving to improve prenatal and postpartum care through lead awareness in Syracuse. Check out this latest story about how lead awareness went hand in hand with prenatal and postpartum care advising. #LeadPoisoning

mysouthsidestand.com/education/empo… A local nonprofit seeks to empower a new generation of readers through the Book Buddies program. This allows community volunteers to connect with students in need of help with literacy. New article written by; Laura Román López.

Join us on November 30th at 5pm to learn about financial aid for college! #WeAreITC Syracuse City School

This spring, amid a housing crisis, Catholic Charities will fold its effort to move families living in substandard housing. "Despite all of our efforts, we are struggling mightily to be helpful, let alone successful," a spokeswoman told Central Current centralcurrent.org/families-are-g…

The Syracuse community gathered at La Casita Cultural Center on Jan 20 to celebrate the legacy of renowned artist Juan Cruz. New article written by Laura Román López. Read more below. mysouthsidestand.com/events/juan-al…

TNT Syracuse will have its monthly meeting upcoming Monday, February 5th at 6pm. Join the conversation as we address community issues and propose solutions. files.constantcontact.com/23e8c931801/18…

Looking for food assistance? All the food we provide is FREE! ** Individuals must provide the center with a current proof of address and photo ID for everyone in the household and must live within the specified area of the center.

The South Side community met Monday to discuss crime and housing, with city leaders advocating for the passage of a state senate bill that would outlaw unwarranted evictions. Read the full story below: mysouthsidestand.com/more-news/viol…

Tomorrow at Beauchamp Public Library Syracuse NAACP

More than half of the nonprofits in NY state experience delays in getting state funding for programs. The Central New York Community Foundation hopes its new nonprofit bridge loan program will help ease the burden caused by those delays. mysouthsidestand.com/more-news/brid…

Leading testing 2/28 from 10am-1pm for Wellness Wednesday at Sankofa Reproductive Health and Healing Center (2331 S Salina St).

After seven years of working different housekeeping jobs, Arteika Hunter decided that it was time to start her own business. In 2021, she founded Clean & Glo Services and never looked back! Read more below: Written by: Greta Stuckey mysouthsidestand.com/business/south…

Eileen Baugh has always loved helping people with their business endeavors. Turning passion into profit, Baugh started her own business in entrepreneurial support. Story by Laura S. Román López. Read more below: mysouthsidestand.com/business/turni…

Stand on business: After Shaunna Spivey-Spinner had a son, they decided to make the leap and pursue their dream of becoming a fitness professional. Written by Greta Stuckey Read more below: mysouthsidestand.com/stand-on-busin…

Lekia Hill had always envisioned having her own company. In June of 2023, she launched Lekia Tech LLC, a business management and development consulting firm. Read more here: mysouthsidestand.com/stand-on-busin…

The Brown brother’s started their business five years ago. The family construction company specializes in residential and commercial constructions, remodeling and repairs. Check out their story below: mysouthsidestand.com/stand-on-busin…