University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– The Family Development Center at Governors State University will offer Early Head Start, a free, comprehensive program for low-income families, beginning in June 2010. The Early Head Start program at GSU provides specialized support services to qualified pregnant mothers and children, up to their third birthday, who[Read More…]
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PSC to Host Job Fair on April 20
Chicago Heights, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Recent graduates seeking their first position or experienced professionals searching for a new opportunity can network and explore job opportunities at the Prairie State College (PSC) Spring Job Fair. The job fair will be held on Tuesday, April 20 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., in the[Read More…]
Marian Catholic Releases 2009-10 Third-Quarter Honor Roll
Chicago Heights, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Marian Catholic High School announced its 2009-10 Third-Quarter Honor Roll. Many students, in addition to their studies, participate in athletics, fine arts, service projects, and student government, the school reports. Students receiving honors follow, beginning with those from Park Forest. Park Forest: Eric Ayala, Lauren Banks, Lauren[Read More…]
Illinois Department of Insurance Highlights Medicare Changes in National Health Reform
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–April 5, 2010. The Illinois Department of Insurance today released the latest in a series of fact sheets informing Illinoisans about the recently enacted national health reform law, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (“the Act”). In addition to reforming the State’s private insurance market, the Act will provide[Read More…]
GSU Table Tennis Team to Compete Nationally
From left to right: Liuzhen Zheng, team coach Dr. T.J. Wang, Yi Chen, Xiaoke Yi, Wnyi Liang, and Xini Zhang. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Governors State University’s first intercollegiate sports team is headed for national competition. The GSU Women’s Table Tennis team has been invited to compete in the[Read More…]
League of Women Voters to Present Program on Cook County Finances
Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Sunday April 11 at 3 p.m., the League of Women Voters of the Park Forest Area will present a program on Cook County Finances. Members and the public are invited to learn about the results of a study that was held on deciphering Cook County government, particularly[Read More…]
Governors State Offers Vacation Education this Summer
University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Vacation Education at Governors State University provides a unique opportunity for current GSU students, college students home for the summer, and those wishing to learn more and add to their qualifications. The courses offered during this special summer program vary in subject and content from trauma and[Read More…]
Public Opinion Snapshot: Public Backs Financial System Reform
WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–April 5, 2010. The recent passage of the health care reform bill was a huge accomplishment for Congress. But there are other critical issues still to be addressed, such as reforming the regulations governing our financial system. Congress is now in the process of debating this issue with legislative[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of April 5, 2010
Village Manager Tom Mick (left-center) and Fire Chief Robert Wilcox (right) honor Ron Bonneau on his retirement as Executive Director of SouthCom. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—April 5, 2010. The warm temperatures last week found many of us beginning our outdoor chores and planning this year’s gardens. While many[Read More…]
Doctor Refuses To Treat Obama Voters
Washington, DC –(ENEWSPF)– From AC360: A Florida urologist who disagrees with the national health-care overhaul posted a sign on his office door telling patients who voted for President Barack Obama to seek care "elsewhere." Dr. Jack Cassell, 56, is a registered Republican and opposes the health care plan. The sign[Read More…]
