News from the Western Courier: The Illinois Supreme Court has issued a 90-day suspension to Bruce Biagini, a Macomb attorney, who has represented Western Illinois University since the early 1990s and serves as the school’s ethics officer, for an ethical lapse. The suspension will begin on Oct. 13, 2009. According[Read More…]
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Remarks by President Obama at Health Insurance Reform Event With U.S. Doctors
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–October 5, 2009 – 11:17 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Thank you so much. Thank you, guys. Thank you. Please, have a seat on this spectacular day here in the Rose Garden. I want to welcome all the doctors who gave joined us today at the White House. But there[Read More…]
Fewer U.S. Schools Selling Less Nutritious Food and Beverages
Atlanta, GA–(ENEWSPF)–October 5, 2009. Fewer secondary schools in the United States are selling less nutritious foods and beverages, such as candy and soda, according to a survey from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The greatest improvements were seen in states that have adopted strong school nutrition standards and[Read More…]
Presidential Proclamation Re: Child Health Day, 2009
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–October 5, 2009. Our Nation has an obligation to provide access to affordable, high-quality health care for all our children. No child should be forced to go without medical attention because the cost of a doctor visit is too high. Healthy children are better equipped to combat illness and[Read More…]
Applicants Sought to Serve on Park Forest Commissions
Twelve spots currently open to interested individuals Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Park Forest long has had the tradition of active volunteer boards and commissions that advise the elected Mayor and Trustees on various topics. A few of these bodies — such as the Housing Authority, the Board of Police & Fire[Read More…]
Chicago Artist Exhibits at GSU
University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– In conjunction with its third annual Arts Fest on October 14, Governors State University will host an exhibition of the work of Chicago artist, Gabriel Villa, from September 30 through October 23, in the Visual Arts Gallery. A reception celebrating the artist’s work and a presentation by[Read More…]
Annual Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service and Parade Set for October 8
Fire Captain Mike Wheeler sounds a bell at a 2007 ceremony honoring fallen firefighters. (Photo: ENEWSPF) Residents Encouraged to Attend Silent Parade Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– On Thursday, October 8, the Park Forest Fire Department will host the 29th Annual Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service and Parade. This parade of lights-only emergency[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of October 5, 2009
Susan White, RN, gives Police Chief Tom Fleming a flu shot at the Park Forest Health Department Saturday. (Photo: ENEWSPF) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)— October 5, 2009. One of the things that drew me to the south suburbs many years ago was its dedication to the arts. Recently, I learned about[Read More…]
Managing Park Forest Week of October 5, 2009
Mayor John Ostenburg presents Tom Houlihan with a resolution honoring Governors State University on its 40th anniversary. Mr. Houlihan works in GSU’s Department of Marketing, Promotions, and Publications. (Photo: ENEWSPF) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF) —October 5, 2009. Village Management Library Renovation Project At the September 29 meeting of the Village Board,[Read More…]
More Than a Thousand Attend Derrion Albert Funeral
Chicago, IL–(ENEWSPF)– From CBS 2 Chicago: More than a thousand mourners packed a South Side church Saturday for the funeral of 16-year-old beating victim Derrion Albert. The Fenger High School teenager’s death has drawn national attention, and renewed debate over how to stem street violence. CBS 2’s Derrick Blakley reports.[Read More…]
