Quinn Kirchner, 13, of Park Forest is ready for his third season with the Joffrey Ballet. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Park Forester Quinn Kirchner is set to take the stage at the Joffrey Ballet for the third year in a row with this season’s production of Piotr llyich[Read More…]
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Crete-Monee Topples Cary-Grove To Claim School’s First IHSA Football Class 6A State Championship
The Crete-Monee Warriors (right, on defense) defeated Cary-Grove 33-26 to become the 2012 6A State Champions Saturday. (Photo: Tom Mick) Champaign, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The Crete-Monee Warriors toppled the Cary-Grove Trojans Saturday 33-26 to become the 2012 6A State Champions. From the Chicago Tribune: Marcus Terrell threw three touchdown passes to help[Read More…]
Complete Text of the Letter of Resignation of Congressman Jesse Jackson, Jr. from the U.S. House of Representatives
Washington-(ENEWSPF)- Below is the complete text of Congressman Jesse Jackson, Jr.’s letter of resignation from the United States House of Representatives, provided by his office: November 21, 2012 The Honorable John Boehner Speaker of the House H-232 The Capitol Washington, DC 20515 Mr. Speaker, In 1995 when I was first[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Celebrates Thanksgiving by Helping Those in Need
Governor Volunteers at Greater Chicago Food Depository to Prepare Holiday Meals CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–November 21, 2012. Governor Pat Quinn today visited the Greater Chicago Food Depository to help volunteers prepare holiday meals and emphasize the importance of supporting Illinois’ food banks this holiday season and throughout the year. The state’s eight food[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Announces Commerce Director
Pollet to Lead Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–November 21, 2012. Governor Pat Quinn announced the appointment of Adam Pollet as acting director of the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), effective Monday. Pollet is an international trade expert with broad business experience across both the public[Read More…]
Sun-Times: Jesse Jackson Jr. Resigns from Congress
From the Chicago Sun-Times: Battling bipolar disorder and a federal probe into his campaign accounts, U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. resigned from Congress Wednesday afternoon, submitting his letter of resignation to House Speaker John Boehner. Read more Related: Complete Text of the Letter of Resignation of Congressman Jesse Jackson, Jr.[Read More…]
Marian Catholic Dominates own Invite behind 5 Event Champions
Dan Blewitt ’14, Crete and Cooper Packard ’14, Lansing. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Dominating their own event, Marian Catholic rolled up 444 points in its own Marian Catholic Invitational on Saturday, November 10. Marian’s strong effort was led by individual champions Dan Blewitt ’14, Crete; Cooper Packard ’14, Lansing;[Read More…]
Sunday Shoppers Like Good as New Thrift Store’s New Hours
These shoppers like Good as New Thrift Store because of the bargains and shopping there helps to support individuals with disabilities. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Enjoy Shopping On Sundays and Stop in For a Free Cup of Coffee. Alsip, IL—(ENEWSPF)–November 21, 2012. Sertoma Center, Inc. is excited to offer customers the opportunity[Read More…]
PSC Seeking Nominations for Hall of Honor
Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- During its 53-year history, Prairie State College (PSC) has employed many individuals who have committed time and energy to help shape its mission, values, and reputation both in the community and in the state. In order to pay tribute to those people, in 2010 PSC created a[Read More…]
Caught in the Budget Battle: How the ‘Fiscal Showdown’ Impacts LGBT Americans
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–November 21, 2012. As fiscal cliff deliberations intensify, the Center for American Progress, the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force, and a coalition of 23 other national LGBT organizations today released “Caught in the Budget Battle: How the ‘Fiscal Showdown’ Impacts Gay and Transgender Americans.” This new report details[Read More…]
