PHOTO BY JACOB WALSH Comedian Shirelle Kinder, seen here at Comedy @ the Carlson, says she hasn t performed stand-up since the pandemic took hold. A year ago February, things were clicking for comedian Shirelle Kinder. That month, she had achieved her goal of performing in New York City when she was featured at the “All Black Everything” comedy showcase. She shared a stage with rising stars Jay Jurden and Opeyemi Olagbaju. She received positive feedback and made connections. “I was so excited,” said Kinder, who lives in Rochester. “And then the world closed down.” Kinder hasn’t done stand-up since the pandemic took hold. First, the clubs closed down. Then, she was unable to translate her brand of comedy to the virtual space. After a while, the events of the last year took a toll, even on someone who trades in levity.
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Esmark Steel Group, a subsidiary of Esmark, Inc., announced today that Roberto M. Alvarez has been appointed chief executive officer, effective January 1, 2021.
Roberto M. Alvarez has been appointed CEO of Esmark Steel Group. (Photo: Business Wire)
“Roberto has been a key part of the Esmark enterprise for many years, serving as executive vice president and as a member of the Board of Directors,” said Jim Bouchard, chairman, Esmark, Inc. “We believe that Roberto’s years of experience, not only with Esmark but also within the broader steel industry, position him as a strong leader as he steps into this next role as chief executive officer of Esmark Steel Group.”
General James Cox Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution delivered holiday items to the Jackson Street Commons residents, such as gloves, hats, coffee, holiday treats, and cards.
DAR and C.A.R. (Children of the American Revolution) members collected and donated the items to thank them for their service. Because of COVID-19, members and residents were not able to spend time together or have the Holiday Meal and Cheer as they have in the past. Jackson Street Commons provides permanent housing and supportive services to veterans. The women who make up DAR membership are varied and come from all walks of life, yet we share a common bond of tracing their ancestry back to those who helped gain our nationâs independence. They promote historic preservation, education and patriotism, said Kathy Kennedy, corresponding secretary for DAR.General James Cox Chapter.