Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—June 1, 2014. Calvary United Protestant Church, 425 S. Orchard, Park Forest, will host its annual Chat-n-Chew Bazaar on Saturday, June 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event will feature over 25 vendors, food, games, arts and crafts, music, Zumba and much more. There will also[Read More…]
Author: Gary Kopycinski
Governor Quinn Proclaims June ‘Leave No Child Inside’ Month in Illinois
Encourages Youth and Families to Get Outdoors and Get Active this Summer CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–June 1, 2014. Governor Pat Quinn today proclaimed June as “Leave No Child Inside” month in Illinois, and encouraged families to spend time outdoors enjoying recreation opportunities, activities and events throughout the state. “Following the harsh winter, our[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Announces First Day of Marriage Equality
Law Takes Effect Today, Giving Everyone in Illinois Full Rights and Protections of Marriage CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–June 1, 2014. Governor Pat Quinn today announced that all couples in Illinois are now able to receive the rights and protections of marriage. The Governor led the charge for historic legislation he signed in November[Read More…]
Media Availability with Secretary Hagel enroute to Afghanistan, June 1, 2014
Enroute Afghanistan–(ENEWSPF)–June 1, 2014. SECRETARY OF DEFENSE CHUCK HAGEL: Good morning. I know you’ve all been briefed on Sgt. Bergdahl. Let me just make a couple of opening comments and we’ll go to your questions. First, this is a very happy day for the Bergdahl family. It’s a very important[Read More…]
Statement from Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel on the Return of Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl
Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—May 31, 2014. A few hours ago, the family of Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl was informed by President Obama that their long wait for his return will soon be over. Sgt. Bergdahl is now under the care of the U.S. military after being handed over by his captors in Afghanistan.[Read More…]
Statement by President Obama on Sergeant Bowe Bergdahl’s Release from Captivity
Washington, DC—(ENEWSFP)—May 31, 2014. Today the American people are pleased that we will be able to welcome home Sergeant Bowe Bergdahl, held captive for nearly five years. On behalf of the American people, I was honored to call his parents to express our joy that they can expect his safe[Read More…]
White House Weekly Address: Reducing Carbon Pollution in Our Power Plants
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–May 31, 2014. Hi, everybody. I’m here at Children’s National Medical Center in Washington, D.C., visiting with some kids being treated here all the time for asthma and other breathing problems. Often, these illnesses are aggravated by air pollution – pollution from the same sources that release carbon and contribute[Read More…]
White House Press Briefing by Jay Carney, May 30, 2014
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–May 30, 2014 – 1:50 P.M. EDT MR. CARNEY: Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen. How are you? You obviously heard earlier from the President in this room and he took some of your questions, so perhaps that means this will be a relatively short briefing. (Laughter.) Might go easy[Read More…]
DoD Identifies Army Casualty, May 30, 2014
Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—May 30, 2014. The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. Pfc. Jacob H. Wykstra, 21, of Thornton, Colorado, died May 28, in Kandahar Province, Afghanistan, of injuries sustained as a result of an aircraft accident. The incident is under[Read More…]
Statement by Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel on Resignation of Veterans Affairs Secretary Shinseki
Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—May 30, 2014. I want to thank Secretary Shinseki for his long and distinguished service to our country, both in and out of uniform. His devotion to our troops, our veterans and their families remained steadfast throughout and evident always in his willingness to lead. Lilibet and I thank[Read More…]
