Community members welcomed to newly rehabbed Argyle station CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–October 8, 2012. Mayor Rahm Emanuel and CTA President Forrest Claypool today officially welcomed community members to the newly rehabilitated Argyle Red Line station, which recently reopened following a six-week closure to allow crews to perform approximately $10.1 million in much-needed maintenance and[Read More…]
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Mayor Emanuel Announces Plans to Complete Chicago Riverwalk
Continuous Walkway to Connect Lake Michigan to Confluence of the Three River Branches CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–October 8, 2012. Mayor Rahm Emanuel today announced plans to complete the Chicago Riverwalk along the main branch of the Chicago River, which will build a continuous walkway and recreational amenity connecting the lakefront with the heart[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of October 8, 2012
Mrs. Marva King volunteers at Thorn Creek Nature Center’s 2012 Garlic Fest Saturday. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—October 8, 2012. This week is National Fire Prevention Week. This year’s theme, “Have 2 Ways Out!,” focuses on the importance of fire escape planning and practice. From October 7-13, fire and[Read More…]
Edgar’s Place Coffee House Presents ‘Dyed In The Wool’ on Saturday, October 13
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—October 7, 2012. On Saturday, October 13 at 8 p.m., Edgar’s Place Coffee House will present ‘Dyed in the Wool.’ Edgar’s Place is located at the Unitarian Universalist Community Church (UUCC), 70 Sycamore Drive, Park Forest. Rick Kogan of the Chicago Tribune, says “There are a lot of[Read More…]
Safer Pest Control Project to Host 6th Annual Ladybug Bash on October 18
Chicago, IL—(ENEWSPF)—October 7, 2012. Safer Pest Control Project will be hosting its 6th Annual Ladybug Bash on Thursday, October 18 from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Ravenswood Event Center, 4043 N. Ravenswood Avenue, Chicago. This year’s event will be honoring Kim Stone for her activism over the past[Read More…]
Video: Jack McGraw, 13, Scores First-Ever Touchdown In His Wheelchair
From the Chicago Sun-Times: The seconds tick down. The QB calls a 37 Sweep. The ball is snapped. He hands it off. Number 10 rolls to the outside — literally — then into the end zone untouched. And both sides of the field — athletes, coaches, fans — erupt in[Read More…]
American Federation of Teachers Statement on World Teachers’ Day
AFT’s Weingarten: “Teachers devote their lives to helping our kids. On this World Teachers’ Day, let’s stop demonizing teachers and start providing them with the tools and conditions they need to do their jobs and help all kids succeed.” WASHINGTON, D.C.—Statement of American Federation of Teachers (AFT) President Randi Weingarten[Read More…]
Mayor Emanuel Announces That Abe’s Market Natural Goods Will Relocate Corporate Headquarters To Chicago As Part Of Expansion And Tech Jobs Growth
Abe’s Market opens its new facility in River North today to gain better access to workforce talent CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–October 5, 2012. Mayor Emanuel and Abe’s Market announced today that Abe’s Market will move its headquarters to Chicago this month, as the natural goods company continues its path of growth and expansion.[Read More…]
City of Chicago, Secretary of State Announce Results of Large-Scale, Coordinated Sting Operations to Crack Down on Disability Placard Abuse
Motorists Cited During Enforcement Actions Since Effort Launched in August; Goal of Operation is to End Fraud and Abuse CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–October 5, 2012. Mayor Rahm Emanuel, in coordination with the Chicago Police Department, Secretary of State Jesse White and the Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities, today announced that 41 disability[Read More…]
Statement by U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan on World Teachers’ Day
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–October 5, 2012. World Teachers’ Day gives us an opportunity to celebrate the contributions of teachers across the globe. Education is recognized worldwide as the most important driver of economic growth and social change, and teachers are the ones leading the way. Teachers empower students with the skills and[Read More…]
