Qualifying Taxpayers Can Visit IRS.gov to Prepare and E-File Federal Tax Returns for Free WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–March 7, 2012. With the deadline for filing federal tax returns rapidly approaching, U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) today encouraged qualifying Illinoisans to take advantage of free tax preparation services available through the IRS Free[Read More…]
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State Farm Insurance, Edward Ford Jewelers and Corpus Christi Alumni Association Present the Fourth Concert for Students of Hales Franciscan High School
Chicago, IL—(ENEWSPF)—March 07, 2012 – “For the Love of Hales Franciscan High School” the fourth concert extraordinaire sponsored by State Farm Insurance, Edward Ford Jewelers and Corpus Christi Museum of African-American History, 749 East 56th Place, Chicago, IL. This year’s concert will include awards to Distinguished Ladies: Sister Isabelle Brazier,[Read More…]
Emanuel Endorses Jackson Jr. In 2nd District Race
Chicago, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel has endorsed Jesse Jackson Jr. in the 2nd congressional district race. Emanuel echoed some of House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi’s reasoning behind supporting Jackson Jr., his role on the Appropriations Committee. “As Illinois’ only member on the Appropriations Committee, Congressman Jackson has delivered for the[Read More…]
Holistic Health Explored at GSU
University Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Learn about holistic health at a daylong conference on March 31, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The conference includes presentations, demonstrations, and exhibits of holistic and healthful products and services. Vendors and exhibitors will fill the Hall of Governors with information, products, and services related to[Read More…]
Angela Crawford, Rich East Stellar Student
Rich East Stellar Student Angela Crawford. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)- eNews Park Forest continues with our series of stellar students from Rich East High School. Mr. Kevin Kredens, the school’s publicity liaison, provides each student a series of the same questions. All responses are in the students’ exact words,[Read More…]
Durbin: Marketplace Fairness Act Will Help Local Governments Avoid Hikes, Painful Cuts
Senator applauds Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle support for legislation that will help local governments and Main Street’s small businesses WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–March 6, 2012. Two days after the National Association of Counties (NACo), the only national organization representing county government, officially endorsed the Marketplace Fairness Act, U.S. Senator Dick[Read More…]
Senators Durbin and Reed Introduce Project Rebuild Act to Help Turn Around Vacant Homes and Businesses
New initiative could provide more than $351 million to help Illinois create jobs overhauling distressed neighborhoods and commercial properties WASHINGTON, DC–(ENEWSPF)–March 6, 2012. In an effort to create jobs, stabilize neighborhoods, and rehab vacant and foreclosed homes and businesses, U.S. Senators Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Jack Reed (D-RI) today introduced[Read More…]
Natural Lawn Care Workshop for Schools and Childcares to be Held March 22 at Northwest Indiana Educational Service Center
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—March 6, 2012. A Natural Lawn Care Workshop for Schools and Childcares will be held on Thursday, March 22 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Northwest Indiana Educational Service Center, 2939 41st Street, Highland, Indiana. Chip Osborne, renowned natural lawn care expert, will be the featured speaker.[Read More…]
Indiana University Northwest to Host Natural Lawn Care Workshop on March 21
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—March 6, 2012. Chip Osborne, renowned natural lawn care expert, will be featured at the ‘Natural Lawn Care Workshop’ to be held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on March 21 at Indiana University Northwest’s John W. Anderson Library/Conference Center, 3400 Broadway, Gary, Indiana. Representatives from landscape companies,[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Announces Agreement to Create 1,450 Jobs and Boost Wind Manufacturing in Illinois
Supports Commitment to Renewable Energy, Job Creation CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–March 6, 2012. Governor Pat Quinn today announced an agreement between Rock Island Clean Line LLC and Flora, Illinois-based Southwire Company that will support wind turbine and transmission manufacturing in Illinois and create 1,450 union construction jobs under a project labor agreement in[Read More…]
