DeKalb, Ill.—(ENEWSPF)–January 23, 2018 By: Rosemary Piser Angel Hannah of Park Forest was recently named to Northern Illinois University Fall 2017 Dean’s List. Angel is a graduate of Rich Central High School. To earn this distinction, students must meet a minimum semester grade point average of 3.5 on a 4.0[Read More…]
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Bed Bath & Beyond Recalls Hudson Comforters by UGG
Risk of Mold Exposure Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—January 22, 2018 By: Rosemary Piser Recall Summary Name of product: Hudson comforters by UGG Hazard: Mold can be present, posing a risk of respiratory or other infections in individuals with compromised immune systems, damaged lungs or an allergy to mold. Remedy: Refund Recall date:[Read More…]
Carl Budding & Co. to Expand Illinois Presence
Company purchases former Butterball facility in Montgomery, IL CHICAGO –(ENEWSPF)—January 22, 2018 By: Rosemary Piser Carl Buddig & Co. announced that they will be expanding their operations within Illinois with the purchase of the former Butterball facility in Montgomery. The facility has been vacant since prior operations ceased in July[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest for the Week of January 21, 2018
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—Tall Grass Arts Associations’ ‘Water. Fire. Ice. Earth. Air.’ opened this week and will run through February 24. The exhibit features the works of five highly respected, nationally and internationally exhibited and awarded artists and includes drawings, paintings, prints, reliefs and books inspired by natural forms and forces. The artists all share concern[Read More…]
Chicago Women’s March 2018 Attended by 300,000
CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—January 20, 2018 By: Rosemary Piser An estimated 300,000 people attended the Chicago Women’s March 2018 today, the 1 year anniversary of the inauguration of Donald Trump. Last year, about 250,000 women and men attended the event held on the day after the Trump inauguration. Saturday’s march was titled “March[Read More…]
Illinois Schoolyard Habitat Action Grants Awarded
Governors State University one of the grant recipients SPRINGFIELD, IL –(ENEWSPF)—January 19, 2018 By: Rosemary Piser The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) and the Illinois Conservation Foundation (ICF) yesterday announced that 21 Illinois Schoolyard Habitat Action Grants have been awarded from the fall 2017 application period. A total of[Read More…]
Attorney General Madigan Joins 18 Other Attorneys General Calling for Banking Legislation fo Legalized Use of Marijuana
Chicago —(ENEWSPF)—January 18, 2018 By: Rosemary Piser Attorney General Lisa Madigan this week has joined a coalition of 19 Attorneys General urging Congress to advance legislation that would allow states with legalized medical or recreational marijuana to participate in the banking system. Banks and other depository institutions are currently banned by[Read More…]
Village of Park Forest’s Economic Development & Planning Dept. to Host Presentation on Impact of Tax Reform on Your Business’ Bottom Line on February 15
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—January 18, 2018 By: Rosemary Piser The Village of Park Forest’ Economic Development & Planning Department will host a presentation on ‘What Tax Reform Means to Your Bottom Line’ on Thursday, February 15. The event will be held at Dining on The Green Banquet Hall, 349 Main Street[Read More…]
Public Meeting to Be Held Jan. 31 on Interstate 80 Study
JOLIET –(ENEWSPF)—January 16, 2018 By: Rosemary Piser The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has announced that it will hold a public meeting Wednesday, January 31, regarding the study for proposed improvements to Interstate 80 from Ridge Road to U.S. 30 in Grundy, Kendall and Will counties. The public meeting will[Read More…]
Fujifilm Recalls Power Adapter Wall Plugs Sold with Digital Cameras Due to Shock Hazard
Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—January 16, 2018 By: Rosemary Piser Fujifilm has recalled Power Adapter Wall Plugs sold with certain digital cameras due to potential shock Hazard. Recall Summary: Name of product: Power adapter wall plugs sold with Fujifilm digital cameras Hazard: The power adapter wall plug can crack, break or detach and[Read More…]
