Drill Team on the Brink | Chicago News

Facing financial collapse after 50 years of dazzling performances—including at Obama’s inauguration—the South Shore Drill Team in Chicago is hanging on by a thread. With grants expiring, payroll slashed, and founder Arthur Robertson sidelined by health issues, instructors like Desonni Harege are volunteering their time to keep the kids dancing and twirling rifles. Young members like Charity Smith fear their legacy could fade without support. The team needs $100K to survive, yet they’re still hitting the pavement—recently at the Obama Presidential Center—with hopes pinned on new grants, corporate sponsors, and community love. They’re not quitting; they’re determined to drill into the future for another half-century. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b9e9c0c8237e2347