Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- It hasn’t happened in more than a quarter-century. Park Forest is poised to pass its first tax levy reduction in 26 years. The 0.3% tax levy decrease might not seem like much, but it is a tax decrease. It’s not a tax increase. The recommendation for the[Read More…]
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Severe Weather Alert: Winter Storm Warning for Park Forest
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Get your snow shovels ready and find your gloves. The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning for Park Forest in effect from Sunday, 10:00 AM CST until Monday, 4:00 AM CST. The severe weather alert is for northern Illinois. The weather may not be as[Read More…]
Mayor Named Chair of MMC Board
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Mayor John A. Ostenburg of Park Forest has been elected to serve as chairperson for the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus (MMC). The decision was made by members of the MMC Executive Board at its November 19 meeting. Mayor Ostenburg will serve in the post through the remainder of[Read More…]
SD 163: Home of the Richest Superintendent in Illinois
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- If we go strictly on how much Dr. Joyce Carmine takes home annually from Park Forest-Chicago Heights School District 163, then we must conclude she is the richest superintendent in Illinois. Dr. Carmine’s salary, approved in January, is $120,000. To keep her pension, however, she can only work[Read More…]
A Park Forest Thanksgiving Proclamation Worth Reading
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Mayor John Ostenburg read a Thanksgiving proclamation at Monday’s board meeting that caught my attention. This was not your “normal” proclamation, whatever that means. Frankly, I’ve heard most of them, and their language has changed very little through the years. Whether for a holiday or a special[Read More…]
Jason Hodges Signs with University of Arkansas Baseball at Guaranteed Rate Field
Chicago, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Jason Hodges of Park Forest, cousin of former Chicago Bulls player Craig Hodges, signed a letter of intent to play baseball at the University of Arkansas last Wednesday at Guaranteed Rate Field. Hodges was also one of 10 players who received a World Series ring from the Chicago White[Read More…]
Marian Catholic Band Students Selected for ILMEA All-District Festival
Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Twelve members of the Marian Catholic Band were selected to participate in the Illinois Music Educators Association All-District Festival on Saturday, November 17, 2018. Pictured above, from the left, they are Jacob Kopczyk William Flores, Ethan Camacho, Helder Perez-Viera, Gerald Floyd, Sydney Wood, Kelly Osmolski, Andrew Klopp, Erik[Read More…]
Park Forest Considering a Hefty 0.3% Percent Tax Levy Decrease
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- If it passes, it will be first tax levy decrease in the 26 years, and quite a record to beat for whoever takes the gavel after Mayor John Ostenburg. While there are recommended budgetary increases, the Deputy Village Manager and Finance Director Mark Pries recommends a 0%[Read More…]
The Drama Group Presents Dancing at Lughnasa
Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Deb Brunette of Park Forest will play the lead role of Kate Mundy as the Drama Group continues its 88th season with Brian Friel’s powerful drama, Dancing at Lughnasa. Directed by Michael J Renzi, performances will be held at The Drama Group’s Studio Theatre on December 7,[Read More…]
Freedom Hall Will Rock the Blues Friday: Corky Siegel’s Chamber Blues, Lynne Jordan, Grand Finale with Sam Lay
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Friday is shaping up to be a blockbuster of blues entertainment at Freedom Hall. Corky Siegel’s Chamber Blues and Lynne Jordan will perform, and the Grand Finale will be with Sam Lay. The song begins this Friday, November 16 at 7:30 p.m. What can concert-goers expect? Chamber Blues[Read More…]
