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Alex Levesque – A helping handFor this everyday hero, Alex LeVesque, owner of AMG – Automotive Mentoring Group, is helping teenagers, one corner at a time.

Alex is passionate about mentoring gang members.

Alex Levesque doesn’t know why God chose him for this job as a gang member mentor, but aren’t the children of his location in Chicago lucky to have such a caring person?

Day after day, he drives the streets in its toughest neighborhood trying to find a youngster whose life he might change.

Many of the children Alex Levesque mentors do not know who their father is nor have ever seen them.

Helping teenagers to help stop the violenceAlex Levesque says that what he does is life-saving.

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He dreamed One day he would drive his 1969 Dodge Dart on Salt Flats.

Who could have imagined that this man’s passion would have such a global reach?

With the help of his son and others, he made it happen.

Blind Mechanic at workWhen you first meet Bart Hickey blind mechanic in his Automotive Shop and see him multitasking, it is difficult to believe.

Yes, a blind mechanic his whole life.

First, with the encouragement of his father and mother.

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As an instructor and therapist, he deals with physical movement and Soft Tissue Mobilization Therapy.Jose’s journeyFor Jose, when he left his country for America, he started a life long process of learning.

At that moment in his life’s journey, Jose realized “this is what I want to do for the rest of my life”.

He, of course, wants to share this passion with others.

Hopefully, he will also inspire others to follow their dreams.

To focus not only on strength and cardiovascular training.

Movement therapy, or dance therapy, uses movement to help a person deal with severe; issues.

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Did A Member Of The Hogan’s Heroes Cast Commit Bob Crane’s Murder?The grisly murder of Bob Crane remains one of the most mysterious unsolved celebrity murders of all time.

The charming, all-American lead of the 1960s TV sitcom Hogan’s Heroes was found brutally slayed in his apartment 42 years ago, and despite multiple investigations, law enforcement authorities have never been able to identify his killer.What Was Hogan’s Heroes star Bob Crane’s Cause of Death?The horrifying nature of Bob Crane’s murder darkly contrasted the campy comedic role he played on Hogan’s Heroes for six seasons, as a wise cracking colonel who led a squad of World War II prisoners in outsmarting their inept German captors.There was nothing funny about Bob Crane’s cause of death.

He was found violently murdered in his Scottsdale apartment on June 29, 1978, when one of his costars came over to check up on him after he didn’t show up for an arranged meeting.She found Crane’s lifeless body sprawled out on the bed with an electrical cord tied around his neck and half of his face bashed in by a blunt object with such force, that blood was splattered from the walls to the ceiling.

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There is no shortage of astonishing and inspiring stories to be told!

We hope to spread inspiration.

Fac Associates is a full-service digital publishing company, helping publishers of all sizes thrive within an increasingly competitive space.

With specialized focus on ad monetization, we strive for our clients to receive optimal revenue from the ads on their pages.Jim QuattrockiIs an award-winning videographer, video producer, and editor.

Jim produces corporate image pieces and documentaries producing programs in twenty countries across Africa, Asia, Europe and the Middle East, including many productions across the United States.

Rocko Productions is a full-service production company specializing in shooting and editing.

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Brett Eastburn Comedian storyTo Book or to Learn More about Brett Eastburn, go to www.bretteastburn.comIn 1971, a boy was born who believes there are no limits.

Inspirational comedian, Brett Eastburn, was born with a congenital birth defect.

Not the easiest start to life, but Brett believes he is not missing anything.This inspirational comedian is overcoming obstaclesBut Brett Eastburn would not let a handicap stop him from accomplishing his desires.

Overcoming obstacles, he played baseball, football, and basketball.

Quite the sportsman.As time went on, Brett Eastburn began to inspirational speaking on subjects such as self-improvement.

He has traveled throughout the world giving his speeches.

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Prisoner of war artJohn had been a prisoner of war for 3 1/2 years.

Creating caricatures of the soldiers captured and the events surrounding his imprisonment.How John got in his predicamentJohn Cordwell was only 20 years old at this time.

As a result, the pain and loneliness from that fear are represented in his deep wrinkles.

After entering the military and being given his assignments, he said he noticed a light above the head of some of the officers sitting in those instructional meetings.

Eerily, those persons did not return from their mission.

He was sure of his demise.On November 7, 1941, Black Friday, his plane crashed but he was pulled out by a surviving soldier.

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A contestant on Netflix’s critically acclaimed cooking show The Final Table, Rodrigo Pacheco is arguably Ecuador’s most beloved chef. His restaurant Bocavaldivia is revolutionizing the culinary experience and creating a model for a more sustainable future. How Rodrigo Pacheco Discovered His Passion for CookingWe asked Rodrigo how he discovered his passion for cooking. Combining the precision of French cuisine with that of his own culture, he soon became a member of the French Culinary Academy. He landed jobs as a chef at French restaurants with Michelin stars, including Alain Chapel, La Palme d’Or, and Michel Bras.
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Harley Davidson American HeroesAbout the motorcycle rideHarley Davidson ride puts together trips across the USA.

They go across farmlands and cities.

Men and women ride in this experience.

For example, Macanudo Cigar is a great supporter of the famed Route 66 cross country event.

100% of the money raised is donated to the Harley Heroes.

Over the years, the money this event has raised has done so much for those veteran families in need.

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Reverend Barclay the Junkyard Preacher In 1944 when Reverend Elsworth Barclay came to America from Jamaica looking to spread God’s word.

Certainly, no one could have guessed how he would change the Star Auto Junkyard forever.

The “Rev” was a minister who lived and breathed God’s message.Spreads God’s wordOne day when the “Rev” the Junkyard Preacher went to Star Auto Junk Yard at 61st and State Street in Chicago the owner asked him if he would come and give a church service to his employees because they must work on Sundays.

At 9:30 AM in the worst of weather, he would show and would give an inspiring message from his heart.

Certainly, creating peace.Building an unlikely place of worship to preach God’s wordWith antiquated supplies, helpers came and helped set up.

For example, they brought in tattered hymnals and discarded chairs.

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Child Musicians – Tomorrow’s Music Heroes The Bolts Child musiciansIt isn’t unusual that on a Friday and Saturday night in many neighborhoods that you can hear music seeping through garage doors – Child musicians playing as garage bands as they are called.

Certainly, it is no different for this group named “The Bolts”.

You may see interested children peeping through fences or sitting along the curb listening to their friends, family, or neighbors as tomorrows music heroes practice.Child musicians playing in garage bands have to be loudNeighbors hear music but where?

One of the child musicians in the kid’s rock band “The Bolts” garage band said their music was hardcore metal rock, hardcore rock and roll, and AC/DC.

That is to say, they played “good” songs.

Therefore, going to Guitar Center is his favorite store and place to shop for new instruments and accessories.These child musicians just want to playKacey Hayes, their bass guitar player, describes herself as a tomboy, so participation in this otherwise boy band was perfect for her.

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Spotlighting: Laurynas Buzinskas | Chicago Graffiti Writer | Mural ArtistYour Everyday Heroes has been proud to spotlight the inspiring story of spray paint graffiti writer Laurynas Buzinskas. Take one look at the linked portfolio, and you’ll have a good idea of what Laurynas is capable of as a graffiti writer. A Portrait of the Graffiti Writer as a Young ManFor Laurynas, getting to where he is now was no easy process, especially considering the inherent risk of his passion: spray paint graffiti. As a youth in Vilnius, Lithuania, he would stay out all night honing his graffiti tagging, living a fast life that seemed like it could only end badly. After graffiti tagging trains with his friend, Laurynas caught a case that nearly landed him two years in prison, something he was thankfully able to avoid. A Portrait of the Graffiti Writer as a Young ManFor Laurynas, getting to where he is now was no easy process, especially considering the inherent risk of his passion: spray paint graffiti. As a youth in Vilnius, Lithuania, he would stay out all night honing his graffiti tagging, living a fast life that seemed like it could only end badly. After graffiti tagging trains with his friend, Laurynas caught a case that nearly landed him two years in prison, something he was thankfully able to avoid.
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Amanda’s Inspirational story about depressionTo beat depression, “Sometimes You Need to Lose Yourself Before You Find It”.

That was the case for Amanda McCarthy, a young mother, who was diagnosed with BI-Polar disorder and learned her baby was autistic.

As a result, she struggled with severe depression issues and was even hospitalized.

Maybe you can relate to her symptoms or know someone who struggles with them as well.

A way to beat depression.

One day when life became too much she found herself walking and walking and walking.

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Aaron Dodd tuba player…Aaron Dodd tuba player (1948-2010) was incredible with a good vibe.

I learned that for nearly three decades, Aaron Dodd Tuba Player played on probably the toughest block anywhere for a street musician.

He began playing many instruments.

Roger Rocco, a Chicago-area tuba player, and music educator said, “I first noticed Aaron’s smile in 1964 when we performed in the ten-member tuba section of the Chicago Public Schools All-City High School Band.

Aaron’s grin was as wide as the bell of his tuba.” Very few young musicians had the opportunity to study with Arnold “Jake” Jacobs.

Aaron Dodd was thankful to receive “the knowledge” second-hand from Roger Rocco.

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About Lou Shields the creative artistBeing a creative artist, not only does Lou Shields continue the tradition of American music with his solo performances of music styles from days-gone-by, such as Old Time Blues, Folk, and American but he is an artist and Professor of Art at a college in the Chicago area.

Lou Shields playing the banjoYes, Lou Shields has been seen sitting on his front porch playing his 1931 National Resonator Guitar or a banjo accompanied by an unusual front porch style foot percussion and harmonica.

You can’t help but drift back to the past as Lou Shields uses his voice as an extension of the past.

He has toured the U.S. and Europe over many years and released at least five full albums and more But that isn’t all.. oh no.. this highly talented person finds time to work with wood and reclaimed materials.

He was always an outdoor type of personality even as a little boy.

So, Lou Shields often found materials and antiques along the roadside when he wandered.

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Josh Daniels 2022-08-22
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A graduate of Chicago’s prestigious School of the Art Institute, Damon Lamar Reed is a portrait and inspirational mural artist whose pieces can be spotted throughout the Chicagoland area. His work – centered specifically around the theme of communal upliftment – portrays the Black experience in the United States. His murals, “We Carry the Light” and “Release,” depict the rich cultural history and deep-rooted legacy of the local neighbourhoods they’re displayed in. Damon Reed: A Brief Introduction “I bring the gallery to the neighborhood and the neighborhood to the gallery,” Reed said about his work, which masterfully reflects the urban environment that influences him on a daily basis. “The message is the most important thing any artist communicates,” Reed noted.
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Alex Levesque – A helping handFor this everyday hero, Alex LeVesque, owner of AMG – Automotive Mentoring Group, is helping teenagers, one corner at a time.

Alex is passionate about mentoring gang members.

Alex Levesque doesn’t know why God chose him for this job as a gang member mentor, but aren’t the children of his location in Chicago lucky to have such a caring person?

Day after day, he drives the streets in its toughest neighborhood trying to find a youngster whose life he might change.

Many of the children Alex Levesque mentors do not know who their father is nor have ever seen them.

Helping teenagers to help stop the violenceAlex Levesque says that what he does is life-saving.

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Harley Davidson American HeroesAbout the motorcycle rideHarley Davidson ride puts together trips across the USA.

They go across farmlands and cities.

Men and women ride in this experience.

For example, Macanudo Cigar is a great supporter of the famed Route 66 cross country event.

100% of the money raised is donated to the Harley Heroes.

Over the years, the money this event has raised has done so much for those veteran families in need.

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He dreamed One day he would drive his 1969 Dodge Dart on Salt Flats.

Who could have imagined that this man’s passion would have such a global reach?

With the help of his son and others, he made it happen.

Blind Mechanic at workWhen you first meet Bart Hickey blind mechanic in his Automotive Shop and see him multitasking, it is difficult to believe.

Yes, a blind mechanic his whole life.

First, with the encouragement of his father and mother.

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Reverend Barclay the Junkyard Preacher In 1944 when Reverend Elsworth Barclay came to America from Jamaica looking to spread God’s word.

Certainly, no one could have guessed how he would change the Star Auto Junkyard forever.

The “Rev” was a minister who lived and breathed God’s message.Spreads God’s wordOne day when the “Rev” the Junkyard Preacher went to Star Auto Junk Yard at 61st and State Street in Chicago the owner asked him if he would come and give a church service to his employees because they must work on Sundays.

At 9:30 AM in the worst of weather, he would show and would give an inspiring message from his heart.

Certainly, creating peace.Building an unlikely place of worship to preach God’s wordWith antiquated supplies, helpers came and helped set up.

For example, they brought in tattered hymnals and discarded chairs.

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As an instructor and therapist, he deals with physical movement and Soft Tissue Mobilization Therapy.Jose’s journeyFor Jose, when he left his country for America, he started a life long process of learning.

At that moment in his life’s journey, Jose realized “this is what I want to do for the rest of my life”.

He, of course, wants to share this passion with others.

Hopefully, he will also inspire others to follow their dreams.

To focus not only on strength and cardiovascular training.

Movement therapy, or dance therapy, uses movement to help a person deal with severe; issues.

Josh Daniels
img

Child Musicians – Tomorrow’s Music Heroes The Bolts Child musiciansIt isn’t unusual that on a Friday and Saturday night in many neighborhoods that you can hear music seeping through garage doors – Child musicians playing as garage bands as they are called.

Certainly, it is no different for this group named “The Bolts”.

You may see interested children peeping through fences or sitting along the curb listening to their friends, family, or neighbors as tomorrows music heroes practice.Child musicians playing in garage bands have to be loudNeighbors hear music but where?

One of the child musicians in the kid’s rock band “The Bolts” garage band said their music was hardcore metal rock, hardcore rock and roll, and AC/DC.

That is to say, they played “good” songs.

Therefore, going to Guitar Center is his favorite store and place to shop for new instruments and accessories.These child musicians just want to playKacey Hayes, their bass guitar player, describes herself as a tomboy, so participation in this otherwise boy band was perfect for her.

Josh Daniels
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Did A Member Of The Hogan’s Heroes Cast Commit Bob Crane’s Murder?The grisly murder of Bob Crane remains one of the most mysterious unsolved celebrity murders of all time.

The charming, all-American lead of the 1960s TV sitcom Hogan’s Heroes was found brutally slayed in his apartment 42 years ago, and despite multiple investigations, law enforcement authorities have never been able to identify his killer.What Was Hogan’s Heroes star Bob Crane’s Cause of Death?The horrifying nature of Bob Crane’s murder darkly contrasted the campy comedic role he played on Hogan’s Heroes for six seasons, as a wise cracking colonel who led a squad of World War II prisoners in outsmarting their inept German captors.There was nothing funny about Bob Crane’s cause of death.

He was found violently murdered in his Scottsdale apartment on June 29, 1978, when one of his costars came over to check up on him after he didn’t show up for an arranged meeting.She found Crane’s lifeless body sprawled out on the bed with an electrical cord tied around his neck and half of his face bashed in by a blunt object with such force, that blood was splattered from the walls to the ceiling.

Josh Daniels
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Spotlighting: Laurynas Buzinskas | Chicago Graffiti Writer | Mural ArtistYour Everyday Heroes has been proud to spotlight the inspiring story of spray paint graffiti writer Laurynas Buzinskas. Take one look at the linked portfolio, and you’ll have a good idea of what Laurynas is capable of as a graffiti writer. A Portrait of the Graffiti Writer as a Young ManFor Laurynas, getting to where he is now was no easy process, especially considering the inherent risk of his passion: spray paint graffiti. As a youth in Vilnius, Lithuania, he would stay out all night honing his graffiti tagging, living a fast life that seemed like it could only end badly. After graffiti tagging trains with his friend, Laurynas caught a case that nearly landed him two years in prison, something he was thankfully able to avoid. A Portrait of the Graffiti Writer as a Young ManFor Laurynas, getting to where he is now was no easy process, especially considering the inherent risk of his passion: spray paint graffiti. As a youth in Vilnius, Lithuania, he would stay out all night honing his graffiti tagging, living a fast life that seemed like it could only end badly. After graffiti tagging trains with his friend, Laurynas caught a case that nearly landed him two years in prison, something he was thankfully able to avoid.
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There is no shortage of astonishing and inspiring stories to be told!

We hope to spread inspiration.

Fac Associates is a full-service digital publishing company, helping publishers of all sizes thrive within an increasingly competitive space.

With specialized focus on ad monetization, we strive for our clients to receive optimal revenue from the ads on their pages.Jim QuattrockiIs an award-winning videographer, video producer, and editor.

Jim produces corporate image pieces and documentaries producing programs in twenty countries across Africa, Asia, Europe and the Middle East, including many productions across the United States.

Rocko Productions is a full-service production company specializing in shooting and editing.

Josh Daniels
img

Amanda’s Inspirational story about depressionTo beat depression, “Sometimes You Need to Lose Yourself Before You Find It”.

That was the case for Amanda McCarthy, a young mother, who was diagnosed with BI-Polar disorder and learned her baby was autistic.

As a result, she struggled with severe depression issues and was even hospitalized.

Maybe you can relate to her symptoms or know someone who struggles with them as well.

A way to beat depression.

One day when life became too much she found herself walking and walking and walking.

Josh Daniels
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Brett Eastburn Comedian storyTo Book or to Learn More about Brett Eastburn, go to www.bretteastburn.comIn 1971, a boy was born who believes there are no limits.

Inspirational comedian, Brett Eastburn, was born with a congenital birth defect.

Not the easiest start to life, but Brett believes he is not missing anything.This inspirational comedian is overcoming obstaclesBut Brett Eastburn would not let a handicap stop him from accomplishing his desires.

Overcoming obstacles, he played baseball, football, and basketball.

Quite the sportsman.As time went on, Brett Eastburn began to inspirational speaking on subjects such as self-improvement.

He has traveled throughout the world giving his speeches.

Josh Daniels
img

Aaron Dodd tuba player…Aaron Dodd tuba player (1948-2010) was incredible with a good vibe.

I learned that for nearly three decades, Aaron Dodd Tuba Player played on probably the toughest block anywhere for a street musician.

He began playing many instruments.

Roger Rocco, a Chicago-area tuba player, and music educator said, “I first noticed Aaron’s smile in 1964 when we performed in the ten-member tuba section of the Chicago Public Schools All-City High School Band.

Aaron’s grin was as wide as the bell of his tuba.” Very few young musicians had the opportunity to study with Arnold “Jake” Jacobs.

Aaron Dodd was thankful to receive “the knowledge” second-hand from Roger Rocco.

Josh Daniels
img

Prisoner of war artJohn had been a prisoner of war for 3 1/2 years.

Creating caricatures of the soldiers captured and the events surrounding his imprisonment.How John got in his predicamentJohn Cordwell was only 20 years old at this time.

As a result, the pain and loneliness from that fear are represented in his deep wrinkles.

After entering the military and being given his assignments, he said he noticed a light above the head of some of the officers sitting in those instructional meetings.

Eerily, those persons did not return from their mission.

He was sure of his demise.On November 7, 1941, Black Friday, his plane crashed but he was pulled out by a surviving soldier.

Josh Daniels
img

About Lou Shields the creative artistBeing a creative artist, not only does Lou Shields continue the tradition of American music with his solo performances of music styles from days-gone-by, such as Old Time Blues, Folk, and American but he is an artist and Professor of Art at a college in the Chicago area.

Lou Shields playing the banjoYes, Lou Shields has been seen sitting on his front porch playing his 1931 National Resonator Guitar or a banjo accompanied by an unusual front porch style foot percussion and harmonica.

You can’t help but drift back to the past as Lou Shields uses his voice as an extension of the past.

He has toured the U.S. and Europe over many years and released at least five full albums and more But that isn’t all.. oh no.. this highly talented person finds time to work with wood and reclaimed materials.

He was always an outdoor type of personality even as a little boy.

So, Lou Shields often found materials and antiques along the roadside when he wandered.

Josh Daniels
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A contestant on Netflix’s critically acclaimed cooking show The Final Table, Rodrigo Pacheco is arguably Ecuador’s most beloved chef. His restaurant Bocavaldivia is revolutionizing the culinary experience and creating a model for a more sustainable future. How Rodrigo Pacheco Discovered His Passion for CookingWe asked Rodrigo how he discovered his passion for cooking. Combining the precision of French cuisine with that of his own culture, he soon became a member of the French Culinary Academy. He landed jobs as a chef at French restaurants with Michelin stars, including Alain Chapel, La Palme d’Or, and Michel Bras.
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A graduate of Chicago’s prestigious School of the Art Institute, Damon Lamar Reed is a portrait and inspirational mural artist whose pieces can be spotted throughout the Chicagoland area. His work – centered specifically around the theme of communal upliftment – portrays the Black experience in the United States. His murals, “We Carry the Light” and “Release,” depict the rich cultural history and deep-rooted legacy of the local neighbourhoods they’re displayed in. Damon Reed: A Brief Introduction “I bring the gallery to the neighborhood and the neighborhood to the gallery,” Reed said about his work, which masterfully reflects the urban environment that influences him on a daily basis. “The message is the most important thing any artist communicates,” Reed noted.