Correction: The election forum is Sunday, March 3, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. The original date was incorrect. We regret the error. Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- There are three candidates on the ballot for mayor in Park Forest this year. The election is slated for April 2, with early voting slated to[Read More…]
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Spartans (27-4) Outduel Thornton for 4A Argo Regional Championship
Summit, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Despite trailing after each of the first three quarters, Marian Catholic outbattled Thornton, 57-54, Friday to win the Argo IHSA 4A Regional championship. It was a game that left Spartan fans breathless and likely came close to stopping a few hearts. Ahron Ulis was 6-for-6 from the line[Read More…]
Rep. Kelly Seeks to Rename Olympia Fields Post Office for Tuskegee Airman Capt. Robert L. Martin
Olympia Fields, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Congresswoman Robin Kelly concluded February by filing legislation to rename the Olympia Fields post office for Captain (USA, ret.) Robert L. Martin. Captain Martin was a member of the famous World War II Tuskegee Airmen. He served as a combat pilot in the 100th Fighter Squadron of the[Read More…]
#TIMSTRONG: Police Call for “Flood” of Mail for Officer Tim Jones
Three Years #TimStrong Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Officer Tim Jones, badge number 204, was shot in the line of duty on March 19, 2016. In no time at all, that tragic day will be three years in the past. And the Park Forest Police are calling for a “flood” of mail[Read More…]
Post Henry Pratt Tragedy, Heartland Blood Centers to Host Aurora Strong Blood Drive
HBC will donate $20 to the Aurora Strong Community Fund for every blood donation Aurora, IL-(ENEWSPF)- In a show of support for those impacted by the tragedy at Henry Pratt Company, Heartland Blood Centers (HBC), part of Versiti, will host the Aurora Strong blood drive on Tuesday, March 5 from 9 a.m.[Read More…]
Remembering Those Who Fell to Gun Violence, Congresswoman Robin Kelly Celebrates Passage of Bipartisan Background Checks Act
Those Pictured Fell to Gun Violence in Chicago and were Remembered by Congresswoman Kelly Wednesday Washington, D.C.-(ENEWSPF)- Today, Congresswoman Robin Kelly voted in favor of the Bipartisan Background Checks Act (H.R. 8). This bipartisan legislation would ensure that a background check is conducted on every gun sale, thus closing loopholes[Read More…]
Thinking Spring? Park Forest Baseball Now Taking Online Registration
Register here: https://www.pf-baseball.club Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Longing for the crack of the bat? The cheers of the crowd? That little one’s first t-ball hit? Park Forest Baseball is currently taking online registration, and you’ll want to register now. Teams will be “capped” at 12 players. “For more than 60 years,[Read More…]
Simple, Flavorful Recipes to Reimagine Mealtime
Family Features-(ENEWSPF)- While it can be easy to fall into a routine of cooking the same recipes week in and week out, getting creative with mealtime can be as easy as making simple swaps and trying new flavorful recipes, combinations with fresh, high-quality ingredients. One of the easiest ways to[Read More…]
Drama Group’s Children Theatre Presents Sleeping Beauty
Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The Drama Group is always pleased to present quality live theatre for children, schools, and daycare. This season we bring you the beloved classic, SLEEPING BEAUTY, directed by Charlie Misovye. Performances will be held at The Drama Group’s Milord Studio Theatre on April 10, 11 & 12[Read More…]
Cook County Clerk Karen Yarbrough Weighs in on Gov. Pritzker’s Budget Address
Chicago, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Clerk Karen A. Yarbrough, a special guest representing Cook County at Governor Pritzker’s first Budget Address to the General Assembly, issued the following statement: “Even though a lot of attention is focused on how the state budget impasse affected state services, the damage also rippled downwards to county[Read More…]
