Joliet, IL-(ENEWSPF)- After Marian Catholic had rallied from an 8-1 deficit with a thrilling seven-run sixth inning, Saint Viator pushed across two runs in the top of the seventh inning Saturday to hand Marian a 10-8 setback in the IHSA Class 3A state title contest at Joliet Slammers Stadium. Sophomore Jordan[Read More…]
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In and Around Park Forest for the Week of June 11, 2017
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF) — June is Resident Appreciation Month in Park Forest. There are special events, music, dancing, good food, raffles and lots of fun for everyone. You’ll find the complete list of Resident Appreciation Month activities in the ‘Arts & Entertainment’ section. Park Forest’s annual Main Street Nights returns[Read More…]
In Historic Move, Charter School Educators’ Union Vote Overwhelmingly to Unify with Chicago Teachers Union
CTU members to vote this fall on historic effort to bring together charter and public school teachers in formal coalition as part of broader struggle for fair educational funding for city’s students. CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)–June 9, 2017: In an historic vote, members of ChiACTS Local 4343 — the union of charter school[Read More…]
Senator Duckworth Helps Introduce Legislation to Protect Disability Rights for Airplane Passengers
WASHINGTON, D.C. –(ENEWSPF)–June 9, 2017. U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) joined Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Maggie Hassan (D-NH) and Ed Markey (D-MA) in introducing the Air Carrier Access Amendments Act this week to help improve protections for airplane passengers with disabilities, making air travel more equitable and[Read More…]
Extreme Heat in Illinois Could Lead to Pavement Failures
IDOT will be monitoring roads for repairs; traffic stoppages possible during heat wave SPRINGFIELD –(ENEWSPF)–June 9, 2017. The Illinois Department of Transportation is urging motorists to be alert for the possibility of pavement buckling on roads throughout the state in the next few days due to the extreme heat in[Read More…]
Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra at Ravisloe 2017
HOMEWOOD—(ENEWSPF)—June 9, 2017. The Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra (IPO) is announcing its 2017 summer evening small ensemble concerts being held at the beautiful and historic Ravisloe Golf Course, 18231 Park Avenue, in Homewood. Special on site pre-concert offerings to be announced soon. A la carte dinner available on site in the[Read More…]
Rich Township Summer Lunch Program for Seniors Runs Through July 19
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—June 9, 2017. Park Forest seniors can enjoy a great meal and great company in the Village now through July 19 thanks to the Rich Township Senior Center’s Summer Lunch Program. Lunch is served every Monday and Wednesday beginning at noon for a cost of $3 per meal.[Read More…]
June is Resident Appreciation Month in Park Forest
Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–June 9, 2017. June is Resident Appreciation Month in Park Forest. The month will feature many events activities for those of all ages. Scheduled Events: Friday, June 9, 5:30 p.m. (Children); 6:45 p.m. (Adults) Art in 60 Minutes, Dining on the Green, 349 Main Street, 5:30-6:30 (Children); 6:45[Read More…]
Spartans (24-14) Edge Champaign Central for Title-Game Berth
This story was updated at 5:45 p.m. on the date of publication with the confirmed name of the title challenger. Joliet, IL-(ENEWSPF)- After belting his second double of the game off the left-field wall in the seventh inning, Christian Beal swiped third base and raced home when the ball got[Read More…]
Illinois Citizens in Need Address Legislators, Call on Governor Rauner to End Budget Impasse
CHICAGO –(ENEWSPF)—June 9, 2017. Survivors of domestic violence, parents of children with developmental disabilities, breast cancer survivors, and many other recipients of social services expressed outrage over the lack of a state budget and called on Governor Bruce Rauner to return to the negotiating table and pass a budget that[Read More…]
