ENEWSPF – Matt Hart, Executive Director of the Illinois Trucking Association in Springfield, sent the following letter to the editor. He praises what he calls this most recent “historic legislative session” which saw the repeal of the Commercial Distribution Fee, which he calls “a misguided truck fee that only added[Read More…]
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After Communion Ban, Speaker Madigan Reaffirms Support for the Reproductive Health Act
Springfield, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, a long-time target of Bishop Thomas Paprocki of the Diocese of Springfield, has reaffirmed his support for the Reproductive Health Act. Bishop Paprocki “has decreed that state legislative leaders may not be admitted to Holy Communion within his diocese, because of their work[Read More…]
Shori Sutton of Park Forest Named to President’s List at Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA-(ENEWSPF)- Shori Sutton of Park Forest was named to the President’s List during the Spring 2019 semester at Georgia State University. To be eligible for the President’s List, degree-seeking students must have earned a GPA of at least 4.0 for a minimum of nine semester hours of academic credit taken at Georgia[Read More…]
Congresswoman Robin Kelly Applauds State Investments in Critical Infrastructure
Matteson, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Yesterday, Governor Pritzker signed legislation to invest $162 million in critical infrastructure improvements that will also support a future South Suburban Airport. “Thanks to recent economic growth, our current road system cannot support our community’s present logistical needs. These new investments will have an immediate and positive impact[Read More…]
Mayor Declares June Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer Pride Month in Park Forest
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Mayor Jon Vanderbilt declared June Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer Pride Month in Park Forest at the meeting of the Village Board on Monday, June 3, 2019. The resolution follows: A Proclamation Recognizing and Celebrating June as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer Month WHEREAS, the[Read More…]
Richton Square School Steps Off on “Walk the Path 4 Literacy and Mathematics” Despite Bad Weather
“On your mark, get set, and WALK.” Richton Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- With that, 80 kids, ages 3, 4, and 5, stepped off through a balloon archway in the “Walk the Path 4 Literacy and Mathematics” one morning earlier this month at Richton Square School, Richton Park. A second group did the[Read More…]
Park Forest to Host Growing Green Recycle Fest on Saturday, July 27
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The Village of Park Forest will host a Growing Green Recycle Fest on Saturday, July 27, 2019, from 8:00 a.m. to Noon at the intersection of Main Street and Cunningham Drive in Downtown Park Forest. The event is open to residents and non-residents alike. Items to be[Read More…]
Rich Township Presents Illinois Township Day
Richton Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Rich Township Supervisor Al Riley announced that Rich Township would celebrate Illinois Township Day on Saturday, June 15, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. There will be free shredding available from 10:00 a.m. to Noon. The event will take place at the Rich Township Complex, 22013 Governor’s[Read More…]
President Toni Preckwinkle Releases Report and Findings Commissioned from the Cook County Anti-Harassment Working Group
Chicago, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle today released the report from the Cook County Anti-Harassment Working Group. President Preckwinkle convened the group in October 2018 to review and enhance policies for preventing and prohibiting harassment in the workplace. Her office also conducted a Culture of Reporting Harassment survey,[Read More…]
2019 Low-Cost Rabies Vaccine, Microchip Clinics Scheduled by Cook County Animal and Rabies Control
Chicago, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Cook County Animal and Rabies Control released its 2019 low-cost rabies vaccine and microchip schedule. The first clinic is on Tuesday, June 4, from 10 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. at Brookfield Village Hall, 8820 Brookfield Ave., Brookfield. Clinics are scheduled throughout the summer across the County. A full[Read More…]
