Lebanon, IL-(ENEWSPF)- James W. Young, of University Park, has graduated from McKendree University with a BA degree in sociology. The university held its 179th commencement exercises on May 11 at the Lebanon, Ill., campus for students who completed their degree requirements in December 2018, and May and July 2019. Graduates at the[Read More…]
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Mina Wilkerson Joins Nursing Honor Society
Danville, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Mina Wilkerson, from Park Forest, IL, was one of 30 students recognized as a new member of the Lakeview College of Nursing Developing Honor Society during the end of the spring 2019 semester. In order to be considered for the Lakeview College of Nursing Developing Honor Society each[Read More…]
Congresswoman Robin Kelly Celebrates House Passage of the Historic Equality Act
Washington, D.C.-(ENEWSPF)- Congresswoman Robin Kelly released this statement following passage of the bipartisan Equality Act by the U.S. House of Representatives: “With today’s vote, we sent a strong message that love is love. No matter who you are or who you love, you are a person worthy of dignity, respect[Read More…]
Reds’ Late Rally Stuns Cubs in Extras
Cincinnati, OH-(ENEWSPF)- The Cubs (25-14) and Reds (18-24) were back at it again last night at Great American Ballpark for Game 2 of a three game series which saw Yu Darvish (2-3 5.40) vs. Sonny Gray (0-4 4.15). Darvish, who has been disappointing since signing a 6yr/$126 million contract with[Read More…]
Tom Skilling to Headline Park Forest Climate Forum
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- WGN-TV/Channel 9 meteorologist Tom Skilling will be the keynote speaker for a public forum on “Climate Change: The Issues, the Consequences, the Challenges” at St. Irenaeus Church in Park Forest on June 23. The church is located at the corner of Indianwood Boulevard and Orchard Drive and[Read More…]
Madigan Introduces Legislation Cracking Down on Human Trafficking
Springfield, IL-(ENEWSPF)- House Speaker Michael J. Madigan is leading a major crackdown on criminals who exploit women and children, introducing tough financial penalties and new resources for law enforcement. “Exploitation of women and children thrives in silence, which is why it’s critical that we speak up for those in need,”[Read More…]
Congresswoman Robin Kelly Testifies before House Ways & Means Committee on Maternal Mortality
Washington, D.C.-(ENEWSPF)- Congresswoman Robin Kelly, chair of the Congressional Black Caucus Health Braintrust and author of the MOMMAs Act, testified before the U.S. House of Representatives Ways & Means Committee. “As a momma, my heart goes out to those families who have lost their momma,” said Congresswoman Kelly. “Starting or growing[Read More…]
Kyle Hendricks Dazzles On the Mound and at the Plate as Cubs Defeat Reds 3-1
Cincinnati, OH-(ENEWSPF)- Just three years ago, Kyle Hendricks was virtually untouchable. He led all of MLB with a 2.13 ERA to go along with 18 wins, helping the Cubs win their first World Series Championship since 1908. In 2017 and 2018, he compiled a record of 21-16 with a 3.35[Read More…]
Red-Hot Cubs Look to Keep Momentum Going vs. Reds
Cincinnati, OH-(ENEWSPF)- Let’s turn the calendar page back to April 8th. The Cubs were entering their home opener against the Pittsburgh Pirates with a 2-7 record after 3 consecutive series losses on the road in Texas, Atlanta, and Milwaukee to begin the season. Despite a high-powered offense led by superstar[Read More…]
The Drama Group Presents The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940
Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The Drama Group gleefully continues its 88th season with the delightful fast-paced “whodunnit,” THE MUSICAL COMEDY MURDERS OF 1940, written by playwright John Bishop and directed by Mary Ellen Fawk. Performances will be held at The Drama Group’s Studio Theatre on June 7, 8, 13, 14 &[Read More…]
