Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–April 25, 2011. Folks on Spokes Bicycle Club will host the 30th Annual Easter Ride from 7:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. on Sunday, May 1, Riders will depart from this year’s new starting locatation at Park Forest Village Hall, 350 Victory Drive. Since 1982 the Easter Ride has[Read More…]
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In and Around Park Forest Week of April 25, 2011
Mayor Ostenburg and Denise Richardson at the ribbon cutting ceremony for Smart-Tracks Family Center in DownTown Park Forest. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– April 25, 2011. One of the best features of living in Park Forest is that there are many ways for everyone to help shape our community.[Read More…]
Hydrant Flushing – April 26 through April 28
Look for this sign in your neighborhood as hydrants are flushed this week. (Photo: VOPF) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Hydrants are flushed to remove rust and sediment from the water system. During this operation, your water may become discolored from rust. It is safe for drinking and cooking, but will stain[Read More…]
Children Cheer As Earth Day Tree Planted at GSU
(PHOTO SUPPLIED) University Park, Illinois, April 22, 2011 – Three and four year old children in pre-kindergarten classes at Governors State University’s Family Development Center cheer as a new tree is planted near their school in honor of Earth Day. Eri Villagomez of the GSU Facilities Department directs the planting.
Governor Pat Quinn Takes Clemency Action
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–April 22, 2010. Governor Pat Quinn today granted 85 and denied 189 clemency petitions. This action marks another step in a series of clemency decisions aimed at eliminating a backlog of more than 2,500 cases that built up during the previous administration. The 274 clemency petitions acted upon by Governor[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Announces $37.8 Million to Build State Police Forensic Laboratory in Belleville
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–April 22, 2011. Governor Pat Quinn today announced $37.8 million in Illinois Jobs Now! capital funding to construct a new Illinois State Police forensic laboratory in Belleville. The facility will provide the Illinois State Police with enhanced crime-solving ability and give police agencies throughout the region a valuable tool for[Read More…]
‘Ralph Nader: An Unreasonable Man’ – Free Movie Screening Saturday, April 23
Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–April 21, 2011. “Ralph Nader: An Unreasonable Man’ will be shown on Saturday, April 23 at 7 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Community Church, 70 Sycamore Drive, Park Forest. The screening is free and open to the public. This biographical documentary profiles the personal and professional life of[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Announces $34.3 Million for Lincoln’s ChalleNGe Academy in Rantoul
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–April 21, 2001. Governor Pat Quinn today announced $34.3 million in capital funding for needed upgrades at the Lincoln’s ChalleNGe Academy in Rantoul. The Illinois Jobs Now! capital investment will fund campus improvements to enable the Illinois National Guard facility to continue serving at-risk youths, and the project is expected[Read More…]
Lt. Governor Simon: State’s Ethics Form is ‘Weak’
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–April 21, 2011. A day after yet another Illinois governor went on trial for corruption charges, Lt. Governor Sheila Simon urged lawmakers to strengthen existing ethics laws, saying current economic disclosures are weak. Lt. Governor Simon fulfilled her promises to make public her annual tax returns and provide groundbreaking financial[Read More…]
2011 Illinois State Fair Grandstand Entertainment Lineup Announced
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.—(ENEWSPF)—April 21, 2011. The 2011 Illinois State Fair Grandstand entertainment will feature music, comedy and the return of Lady Antebellum! This year’s fair theme “We’ve Got a Good Thing Growing!” compliments the diverse Grandstand line-up. “I’m very excited about this year’s line-up. We switched it up a bit to[Read More…]
