Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–June 3, 2013. For too long, the health concerns of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) individuals were pushed to the side. LGBT individuals have faced limited access to health care and insurance. They have been less likely to get the preventive care they need to stay healthy, they[Read More…]
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Jesse White and the Illinois Press Association Announce South Suburban College Literacy Student Tennie Fitts as a Spotlight on Achievement Award Recipient
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL –(ENEWSPF)—June 3, 2013. Secretary of State and State Librarian Jesse White and the Illinois Press Association have announced Tennie Fitts, a student of the Adult Volunteer Literacy Program at South Suburban College, as a winner of the annual Spotlight on Achievement and Spotlight on Service (SOS) Awards. [Read More…]
Secure Health Data Helping Patients, Doctors Improve Care and Health
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–June 3, 2013. Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Kathleen Sebelius today announced the release of new data and new opportunities for researchers and developers at the beginning of Health Datapalooza IV. This is the fourth annual national conference on health data transparency, which brings together government, non-profit, and[Read More…]
HRC Statement on the Failure of the IL House to Vote on Marriage Equality Legislation
Washington, D.C.-(ENEWSPF)- The Illinois House of Representatives has failed to vote on legislation that would have granted marriage rights to same-sex couples in the state, missing the deadline to pass the bill in this legislative session. Human Rights Campaign president Chad Griffin released the following statement: “The House of Representatives[Read More…]
Dynamic Leadership Lecture Series with Father Pfleger and Congresswoman Kelly
University Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Governors State University is sponsoring a Dynamic Leadership Lecture Series that is free and open to the public. The featured speakers will discuss aspects of management and governance related to their own lives as successful leaders. The first speaker in the series is Father Michael L. Pfleger.[Read More…]
Material World: Three Dimensional, Sculptural Artwork To Open At Tall Grass Arts Association
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- “Material World”, an exhibit featuring the three dimensional works of Barbara Goldsmith, Iris Goldstein, Roberta Malkin, Sarah Nishiura, Perry Pollock, Christine Rojek, Homa Shojaie, Yemonja Smalls, Yvette Kaiser Smith, and Neha Vedpathak, will open at the Tall Grass Arts Association Gallery on June 7. Michele P. Owens[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of June 3, 2013
Rosemary Piser with Village Manager Tom Mick, prior to last Monday’s meeting of the village board where Rosemary was honored with a proclamation. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)-June 3, 2013. Sertoma Centre, Inc. is a nationally-accredited, not-for-profit agency that provides services for more than 725 individuals with developmental, physical[Read More…]
Congresswoman Kelly Statement on Third Airport Plan
Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—May 31, 2013. Congresswoman Robin Kelly (IL-02) released the following statement today in reaction to the Illinois General Assembly’s approval of legislation that authorizes the construction of a third airport in the 2nd Congressional District. The Congresswoman is a longtime supporter of the airport proposal. “This is a game-changer[Read More…]
DePaul’s College of Education Celebrates K-12 Teachers Who Inspired DePaul Students, May 31, 2013
Christopher Cassidy, chemistry teacher at John Hersey High School in Arlington Heights, Ill., is one of nine teachers honored with a Celebrating Teachers Award from DePaul University’s College of Education. Photo courtesy of Christopher Cassidy VIDEO CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–May 31, 2013. Every day, teachers have a profound impact on students’ lives —[Read More…]
Mayor Emanuel, DCASE and IRA Announce 2013 Taste of Chicago Restaurant Lineup
Diverse Lineup includes 35 Restaurants made up of New Additions and Classic Favorites CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–May 31, 2013. Mayor Rahm Emanuel, the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) the Illinois Restaurant Association (IRA) are pleased to announce a diverse lineup of 35 restaurants that will participate throughout the highly anticipated,[Read More…]
