Washington D.C.–(ENEWSPF)– The Human Rights Campaign – the nation’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender civil rights organization – commented on today’s decision by Judge Vaughn Walker to lift the stay on his ruling in Perry v. Schwarzenegger as of August 18, allowing California to once again issue marriage licenses[Read More…]
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Illinois Department of Insurance Offers Tips When Shopping for Pet Health Insurance
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–August 12, 2010. The Illinois Department of Insurance is offering tips to consumers interested in purchasing pet health insurance. “As with any insurance product, a consumer should learn as much as possible about pet health insurance before signing a contract or paying any premium,” said Michael T. McRaith, Director of[Read More…]
Before ‘Eye,’ There Was ‘Paul’
‘Eye’ and ‘Paul’ by Tony Tasset. (PHOTOS SUPPLIED) University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Artist Tony Tasset’s towering depiction of iconic woodsman Paul Bunyan made its debut in 2006 at Nathan Manilow Sculpture Park (NMSP) at Governors State University. “Paul” is one of 26 pieces, many by masters of contemporary sculpture, in NMSP’s[Read More…]
MTV’S “MADE” Hosts Open Auditions At 2010 Illinois State Fair
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.–(ENEWSPF)–August 5, 2010. Do you want to be MADE? Have you ever dreamed of being a reality TV star? Here’s your chance! MTV’s “MADE” series will be holding open auditions at the Illinois State Fair Aug. 13-15. The auditions will be held from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on[Read More…]
Recycle Your Wheelchairs and Improve the Lives of Individuals with Disabilities
Donating a wheelchair is a great way to recycle a wheelchair and at the same time help a person with a disability. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Alsip, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Recently Melanie Jones, Director of Advancement & Communications for Sertoma Centre, Inc. was offered a motorized wheelchair by Dennis Dureno, a well respected member[Read More…]
Tony Nominated Musical ‘Million Dollar Quartet’ Coming To Illinois State Fair
SPRINGFIELD,IL–(ENEWSPF)–July 30, 2010. The smash hit musical inspired by rock n’ roll icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins is coming to the Illinois State Fair for a special appearance. The Chicago cast of Million Dollar Quartet will perform a free concert at the Grandstand on[Read More…]
IL Dept. of Veterans’ Affairs Honors Army Veteran Arthur Ray Taylor as July 2010 ‘Veteran of the Month’
BOLINGBROOK–(ENEWSPF)–July 30, 2010. The Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs (IDVA) today named Bolingbrook resident Arthur Ray Taylor, a veteran of both the U.S. Army and Marine Corps, as the July 2010 Veteran of the Month. The Illinois “Veteran of the Month” award is a distinction that is given to military[Read More…]
Marian To Honor Paige Kuersten with Angel Dedication
Paige Kuersten. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Chicago Heights, IL–(ENEWSPF)– The family and friends of Paige Leigh Kuersten are joining with the Marian Catholic School Community to dedicate an angel in loving memory of Paige. The dedication will take place in the circle drive garden on Saturday, August 14, at 10:00 a.m. Everyone[Read More…]
Anti-Gay Westboro Baptist Church To Protest Justin Bieber
From AOL News: The 16-year-old Canadian pop star, who teenagers either undyingly love or massively loathe, has been singled out for protest by the notorious Westboro Baptist Church, just like his top-charting rival Lady Gaga. When Bieber plays the Sprint Center on Wednesday night in Kansas City, fans can expect[Read More…]
Trike-A-Thon August 14 at Celebration Ministries To Help Infant Suffering From Rare Blood Disorder
Alex Hilton suffers from a rare blood disorder and needs your help. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Celebration Ministries is hosting a Trike-A-Thon fundraiser for Alex, a 10-month-old infant and Homewood resident, who is battling a rare and potentially fatal blood disorder. The charity event will take place on Saturday,[Read More…]