ANN ARBOR, Mich.–(ENEWSPF)–August 6, 2012. A new career-focused social networking site is believed to be the first-of-its-kind platform for college students and recent grads to showcase their work and connect directly with hiring companies. Seelio, from “see” and “portfolio,” was co-founded by a University of Michigan entrepreneurship instructor, and its[Read More…]
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Mayor Emanuel Rings in the First Day of School at UNO Octavio Paz
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–August 6, 2012. This morning Mayor Emanuel shared high-fives and gave thumbs-up to hundreds of students in grades K-8 at the United Neighborhood Organization’s (UNO) Octavio Paz Charter School. Students and parents released balloons and Mayor Emanuel rang the school bell to signal the start of the first day of[Read More…]
Mayor Emanuel Announces City Installing 34 Miles of New Protected Bike Lanes in 2012
Part of a Nearly 650-Mile Network of Bikeways to Be Established by 2020 CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–August 5, 2012. Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced today that the City is building more than 30 miles of new bicycle lanes in neighborhoods across Chicago this year, part of a planned nearly 650-mile network of biking facilities[Read More…]
Medicare Prescription Drug Premiums to Remain Steady for Third Straight Year
Coverage improves and out-of-pocket savings grow as a result of the health care law Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–August 6, 2012. Average basic premiums for Medicare prescription drug plans are projected to remain constant in 2013, Health and Human Services Secretary (HHS) Kathleen Sebelius announced today. The average 2013 monthly premium for basic[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Signs Laws to Increase Fire Safety in Illinois
New Legislation to Help Communities Purchase Emergency Vehicles and Strengthen Dormitory Fire Safety CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–August 6, 2012. Governor Pat Quinn continued his commitment to increasing public safety in Illinois by signing several new laws that will help local fire departments purchase equipment and assist universities in installing sprinkler systems in student[Read More…]
Quinn Administration Releases Study: Without Pension Reform, Illinois Will Spend More on Pensions than Education by 2016
Property Taxpayers Far More Protected With Comprehensive Pension Reform That Includes Responsibility for School Districts Than Without CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–August 5, 2012. Governor Quinn released data today prepared by the Illinois Office of Management & Budget (OMB) that shows without comprehensive pension reform, Illinois will spend more on pensions than education by[Read More…]
Senator Kirk Releases Video Showing Progress in Recovery
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–August 5, 2012. United States Senator Mark Kirk (R-Ill.) today released a video revealing the progress that he has made in his recovery after suffering an ischemic stroke in January. Sen. Kirk recently completed a 9-week mobility study at the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, where he worked tirelessly[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of August 6, 2012
Children play at the Park Forest Aqua Center. (ENEWSPE) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—August 6, 2012. With the weather remaining very warm, it’s hard to believe that fall is right around the corner. Be sure to take some time to review the programs and activities outlined in the 2012 Autumn Recreation Programs[Read More…]
Donations Needed to Help Rebuild Central Park Wetlands Observation Deck
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—August 3, 2012. A fire occurred in the Central Park Wetlands on June 27 that destroyed the observation deck resulting in approximately $10,000 in damages. Unfortunately, the deductible on the Village’s insurance policy is higher than the damages, so an insurance claim cannot be made. The observation deck[Read More…]
New Directions for Returning Adults Information Session Scheduled at Prairie State College on August 8
Chicago Heights, IL—(ENEWSPF)—August 3, 2012. Prairie State College (PSC) is hosting a New Directions information session for returning adult students on Wednesday, Aug. 8, at 6 p.m., in the Conference Center on the main campus, located at 202 S. Halsted St. in Chicago Heights. “At Prairie State College, we understand[Read More…]
