DeKalb, Ill.—(ENEWSPF)—January 25, 2018 By: Rosemary Piser Northern Illinois University celebrated commencement weekend, December 16 and 17. Included among the more than 1,450 graduates were three students from Park Forest. Tribuana Jones, earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology, Iesha Rogers earn a Bachelor of Science, in Public Health[Read More…]
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Angel Hannah of Park Forest Named to Northern Illinois University Fall 2017 Dean’s List
DeKalb, Ill.—(ENEWSPF)–January 23, 2018 By: Rosemary Piser Angel Hannah of Park Forest was recently named to Northern Illinois University Fall 2017 Dean’s List. Angel is a graduate of Rich Central High School. To earn this distinction, students must meet a minimum semester grade point average of 3.5 on a 4.0[Read More…]
2018 Illinois Tax Filing Season Begins Monday, January 29rd
IDOR fraud efforts resulted in over $31 million in savings in 2017 SPRINGFIELD –(ENEWSPF)—January 23, 2018. The Illinois Department of Revenue (“IDOR”) will begin accepting 2017 state individual income tax returns on Monday, January 29th, the same date that the Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) begins accepting federal individual income tax[Read More…]
Indivisible West Suburban Action League to Host “Emerging Voices in Leadership: A Women’s Forum”
RIVERSIDE—(ENEWSPF)–January 23, 2018 By: Cristin Evans Join Indivisible West Suburban Action League for a women’s forum on progressive leadership in today’s political environment. Hear from a dynamic lineup of local candidates and current officeholders who champion issues important to the community in a panel discussion entitled, “Emerging Voices in Leadership: A[Read More…]
Senator Durbin Statement On Path Forward For Bipartisan Immigration Bill (Video)
WASHINGTON—(ENEWSPF)—January 22, 2018. U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) today released the following statement after Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) agreed to a path forward for the Dream Act and bipartisan immigration measures, and the Senate voted to advance a funding bill to re-open the federal government: “We[Read More…]
Jordan Perry of Park Forest Named to Trinity Christian College Fall 2017 Dean’s List
PALOS HEIGHTS, Ill.—(ENEWSPF)–January 22, 2018 By: Amy I. Stickel In recognition of outstanding academic achievement, Jordan Perry of Park Forest, IL has been named to Trinity Christian College Fall 2017 Dean’s List. The dean’s list is Trinity Christian College’s highest academic honor. Traditional undergraduate students who attend Trinity full-time and[Read More…]
Glenwood Academy Recognized As A Common Sense Certified School
Glenwood, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Glenwood Academy announced that it is now a Common Sense School. Common Sense is a “national nonprofit organization dedicated to helping kids and families thrive in a world of digital media and technology,” according to a statement from Glenwood Academy. “Glenwood has demonstrated its commitment to taking a[Read More…]
UChicago Presents Series of Musical Events Celebrating 20th-century Composer Gyorgy Ligeti
Musical events and lectures pay homage to avant-garde musician Chicago—(ENEWSPF)—January 22, 2018 By: Andrew Bauld Over the next several months, University of Chicago Presents will celebrate the life and works of celebrated 20th-century classical composer, György Ligeti, through a series of musical events and lectures. Amy Iwano, executive director of[Read More…]
Carl Budding & Co. to Expand Illinois Presence
Company purchases former Butterball facility in Montgomery, IL CHICAGO –(ENEWSPF)—January 22, 2018 By: Rosemary Piser Carl Buddig & Co. announced that they will be expanding their operations within Illinois with the purchase of the former Butterball facility in Montgomery. The facility has been vacant since prior operations ceased in July[Read More…]
Police Honor Citizens, Officers, Name Haytham Elyyan Officer of the Year
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- In an awe-inspiring review of the year 2017 on Saturday, Police Chief Christopher Mannino presided at the 14th Annual Park Forest Police Honors Ceremony. Freedom Hall was near capacity with officers, family members, Village staff, two retired chiefs, and citizens for the awards and recognitions. The event[Read More…]
