Illinois Theatre Center co-founder Etel Billig answers a question electronically at the public meeting hosted by CMAP. Etel and 50 other participants gave their input on creating a sustainability plan for Park Forest. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—July 18, 2011. Park Forest’s DownTown Business District will be hosting its[Read More…]
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Governors State to Host Information Session at the South Suburban University Center
University Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Governors State University will host an information session for prospective students on Thursday, August 4. The free session will focus on the Master of Public Administration Program. A presentation will begin at 5 p.m. GSU representatives will accept applications and answer questions from 5:30 to 7 p.m.[Read More…]
Gov. Quinn, State Senators Hold Cards Close on Illinois Gaming Bill
Gov. Pat Quinn speaks at the Southland Chamber of Commerce Annual Regional Consensus Luncheon. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Tinley Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Governor Pat Quinn took a bet he could get through his public comments without mentioning the gaming legislation, passed by the Illinois legislature, but not yet on the his desk.[Read More…]
‘Heat Wave’ Season Pass Special At Park Forest Aqua Center – Four Days Only
The Aqua Center is offering a special for passes Sunday through Wednesday. (Photo: ENEWSPF) Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The Park Forest Aqua Center is offering a "Heat Wave Special" for up to 3 season passes starting Sunday, July 17. For a limited time, new patrons can take advantage of "3 Season[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Announces Public-Private Partnership to Help Keep People in Their Homes
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–July 15, 2011. Governor Pat Quinn today announced the creation of the Mortgage Resolution Fund (MRF) using $100 million of the state’s $445.7 million in Hardest Hit Fund dollars to purchase notes in the Chicago area. The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) board today approved the new program, which will[Read More…]
Governor Quinn to Visit Israel
Educational Mission to Focus on Strengthening Relations, Innovation, Education and Environmental Issues CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)–July 15, 2011. Governor Pat Quinn will visit the State of Israel from July 19 through July 25, 2011 to further develop ties between Illinois and Israel. The week-long educational mission will include meetings with Israeli officials, visits[Read More…]
Alliance for Retired Americans Friday Alert, July 15, 2011
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–July 15, 2011. Cantor Obstructionism Imperils Finding a Debt Ceiling Solution With little more than two weeks to go before a possible government default, congressional leaders are sounding out their members this weekend over a deal to raise the $14.3 trillion debt ceiling while cutting the overall debt[Read More…]
120 Park Forest Youth Help Plan the Future of Their Village
Youth from Park Forest work with CMAP to plan for the future of their town. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski – More photos available here.) Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- They numbered six score. One hundred twenty young people, full of energy and ideas, took advantage of the opportunity on Tuesday, July 12, 2011,[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Receives Advisory Council Report on Elgin-O’Hare West Bypass
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–July 14, 2011. Governor Pat Quinn announced today that the Elgin-O’Hare West Bypass advisory council has submitted its final report. The Governor created the council by Executive Order last fall to assist in the planning for extending the Elgin-O’Hare Expressway east and building the west bypass around O’Hare International Airport[Read More…]
Durbin Discusses Consumer Protection with Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan
WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–July 14, 2011. U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) met yesterday with Attorney General Lisa Madigan who was in Washington, DC to testify before a Senate Commerce Committee hearing on a scam that involves unauthorized third-party charges on telephone bills – commonly known as “cramming”. Durbin commended Madigan for her[Read More…]
