NBC 5 Chicago: Shovelers Help Out in Community After Storm

[VIDEO] You might have seen some ig posts from Jahmal Cole who often asks for volunteers to help senior citizens shovel snow in various south side neighborhoods. Remember in March '17 after a snow storm, Cole and volunteers helped seniors shovel their snow in Pill Hill.

With the heavy snow coming that fell on Friday, this is certainly needed. Especially in those areas where seniors reside and they may not be as able to clear snow from their porches and sidewalks.

Kudos to Mr. Jahmal Cole of My Block My Hood My City. Follow him on ig via @formyblock.

Thanks to all the volunteers that came out to support this morning. A seventy year old lady from #streeterville showed up with a shovel on 79th. M3 volunteers represent the most durable source of mass enthusiasm I’ve ever seen. So much love #formyblock

A post shared by My Block, My Hood, My City (@formyblock) on Feb 9, 2018 at 12:35pm PST

Media meet at Flecks Coffee!

Following a media event with Rahm Emnauel, two of Chicago's famed political reporters had lunch at Flecks Coffee, 343 E. 79th Street.

The meeting was in regards to small businesses. Mary Ann Ahern of NBC 5 Chicago and Charles Thomas of ABC 7 Chicago were struck by the comments of Flecks Coffee co-owner Zuli Turner and decided to make a visit.

I (JP Paulus) was there for a meal, and did not expect the visit. I was just there to work on a project and enjoy a meal, but had a whole lot more.

Both Ms. Ahern and Mr. Thomas were very approachable. They also enjoyed their food.

We appreciate their business and presence in our neighborhood.

Look for Charles Thomas' report at 4:30 pm this afternoon on ABC 7 Chicago (channel 7 broadcast). You can also find it later at www.abc7chicago.com .

Look for Ms. Ahern's report at this afternoon on NBC 5 Chicago (channel 5 broadcast). It should also broadcast during the 4:30 show, to which Ms. Ahern regularly contributes.