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After long decline, community sows rebirth

A working class neighborhood once centered around the world headquarters of Sears, Roebuck and Co., North Lawndale is recovering from a long period of population decline and disinvestment.

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Hoops in the Hood: More than a game 9/2/2010

The fourth annual Cross-City Tournament emphasized teamwork, sportsmanship and safe streets.


Hoops takes to the streets in North Lawndale 8/20/2010

LCDC brings B-Ball program out of the gym and into a more public, overt role in slam-dunking crime and gang activity.


Hot town enjoys Hoops, markets, festivals 8/6/2010

Summer in the city has meant no shortage of outdoor activities in NCP neighborhoods.


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Lawndale Christian Development Corporation

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3843 W. Ogden Ave. Chicago, IL 60623
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Kim Jackson
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Tracie Worthy
NCP director

Tameeka Christian
NCP organizer

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September 2010
Fri 3 CAPS Uniform Drive 12 pm –6 pm
Sat 4 West Humboldt Park Farmers Market and Bazaar 12 pm –4 pm
Sat 4 New Life Covenant HopeFest 2010 10 am

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