CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–July 27, 2010. Governor Pat Quinn today issued a statement regarding Illinois’ selection as a finalist for the second phase of the U.S. Department of Education’s ‘Race to the Top’ competition. “A top-notch education for all Illinois students is our number one priority, and we are in a great position[Read More…]
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Governor Quinn Signs Legislation to Increase Access to Afterschool Programs
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–July 27, 2010. Governor Pat Quinn today signed a bill into law that will help young people in Illinois participate in quality afterschool programs. The law creates the Afterschool Youth Development Act and the Illinois Youth Development Council to provide young people with access to afterschool activities. “Good afterschool programs[Read More…]
Trike-A-Thon August 14 at Celebration Ministries To Help Infant Suffering From Rare Blood Disorder
Alex Hilton suffers from a rare blood disorder and needs your help. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Celebration Ministries is hosting a Trike-A-Thon fundraiser for Alex, a 10-month-old infant and Homewood resident, who is battling a rare and potentially fatal blood disorder. The charity event will take place on Saturday,[Read More…]
IL Dept. on Aging is Accepting Senior Hall of Fame Nominations
SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–July 26, 2010. Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) Director Charles D. Johnson says applications are now available to nominate candidates for this year’s Senior Hall of Fame Awards. The annual award honors the contributions of older persons in the state. Nomination forms are available at local Area Agencies on Aging,[Read More…]
Sertoma Centre, Animal Welfare League and Black Dog K-9 Collaborate for Dog Training Opportunity
(PHOTO SUPPLIED) Alsip, IL–(ENEWSPF)– They say you can’t teach an old dog new tricks, perhaps they never attended the new dog training program offered at Sertoma Centre, Inc. in Alsip, IL. Through the collaboration of the great folks at the Animal Welfare League of Chicago Ridge and Black Dog K-9[Read More…]
GSU’s ‘The Wedding Singer’ Stars Local Actors
Cast members of GSU’s production of The Wedding Singer perform a high energy musical number for the show. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– A talented, youthful cast is putting the finishing touches on a high-voltage production of “The Wedding Singer,” this summer’s presentation by the Southland Area Theatre Ensemble (SLATE)[Read More…]
Governors State Accreditation Continued for Ten Years
University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Governors State University has received continued accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. At its June 14 meeting, the Higher Learning Commission board approved continued accreditation at GSU through 2020. The HLC is the regional accrediting organization in[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of July 26, 2010
Dave Rudolf entertains children and adults at Main Street Nights. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—July 26, 2010. Hard to believe that summer is almost over. So don’t put off taking part in some of the summer events that are taking place in the upcoming weeks in Park Forest or[Read More…]
GSU Professor Appointed Examiner for 2010 Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award
University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Marsha Katz, a professor of management, marketing, and public administration in Governors State University’s College of Business and Public Administration, was recently appointed to the 2010 Board of Examiners for the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award. Katz is a resident of Chicago, Illinois. The award, created by public law[Read More…]
Heavy Rains Deluge Chicago
Chicago, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Many parts of the Chicagoland area are looking for dry land after record rainfalls. From the Chicago Tribune: After a near-record deluge that shut down Chicago-area train lines and expressways — overwhelming streets and sewers as far away as DeKalb County — thousands of residents spent Saturday bailing[Read More…]
