SPRINGFIELD—(ENEWSPF)—March 27, 2017. Statement from Illinois House Speaker Michael J. Madigan regarding Gov. Bruce Rauner’s proposal to privatize a toll lane on I-55: “Where possible, we have been willing to work with the governor on various parts of his agenda this spring, including the sale of the Thompson Center in[Read More…]
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Edgar’s Place Coffee House to Present Dana Cooper on Saturday, April 8
Photo Source: danacoopermusic.com Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—March 27, 2017. Edgar’s Place Coffee House will proudly resent musician Dana Cooper on Saturday, April 8 at 7:30 p.m. Edgar’s Place is located at the Unitarian Universalist Community Church (UUCC), 70 Sycamore Drive in Park Forest. Out of the heartland of American, stomping grounds[Read More…]
State Homeless Prevention Funds Available for Chicago Residents
Rent and utility assistance is available for Chicago residents at risk of losing their housing. People seeking financial assistance should call 3-1-1 and ask for “Short-Term Help” to be referred to the Homelessness Prevention Call Center. Chicago, IL –(ENEWSPF)–March 27, 2017. The State Homeless Prevention Fund, a fund of approximately[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest for the Week of March 26, 2017
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)— The Park Forest Recreation and Parks Advisory Board and Recreation and Parks Department invites you and your family to take part in the Easter Egg-Stravaganza on Saturday, April 8, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Dining on the Green in DownTown Park Forest. This FREE event[Read More…]
Park Forest’s Teen Zone 2nd Annual College Tour, April 14 – 22
Registration Required by Friday, March 31 Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—March 26, 2017. Park Forest’s Teen Zone program presents the 2nd Annual Spring College Tour happening April 14 to April 22, including tours of over 10 college campuses, a visit to CNN’s studio, Six Flags Over Georgia, and sightseeing in New Orleans.[Read More…]
Village of Park Forest Inks Three-year Deal with Company to Manage Park Forest Aqua Center
Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–March 26, 2017. Park Forest board members voted unanimously Feb. 27 to approve a three-year agreement with Jeff Ellis Management (JEM) to take over the bulk of the management duties of the Park Forest Aqua Center. Jeff Ellis Management will provide support for day-to-day- maintenance of the aquatic[Read More…]
Park Forest’s Easter Egg-Stravaganza to be Held on Saturday, April 8
Photo source: pinterest.com Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—March 26, 2017. The Park Forest Recreation and Parks Advisory Board and Recreation and Parks Department invites you and your family to take part in the Easter Egg-Stravaganza on Saturday, April 8, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Dining on the Green, 349 Main[Read More…]
Union Street Gallery’s Annual Derby Day Event to Take Place on Saturday, May 6
CHICAGO HEIGHTS—(ENEWSPF)—March 26, 2017. Union Street Gallery will be bringing some Kentucky Charm to the south suburbs at its annual Derby Day event on Saturday, May 6. The event will be held at the Olympia Fields Country Club, 2800 Country Club Drive. Enjoy the pageantry and good company associated with[Read More…]
Southland College Prep Takes First Place in IHSA State Group Interpretation
Richton Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Southland College Prep Charter High School’s Group Interpretation team placed first in the IHSA State tournament today at the University of Illinois Springfield. Southland’s 10-person ensemble earned the state title with its performance of an original 30-minute interpretation of “Hidden Figures,” based on Margot Lee Shetterly’s book[Read More…]
Senator Tammy Duckworth Addresses Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council, Highlights “Economic Opportunity” Agenda
Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) addresses Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council (Photo: furnished) WASHINGTON, DC –(ENEWSPF)–March 24, 2017. U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) addressed the Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council yesterday, outlining her vision for creating jobs and expanding economic opportunity for hardworking families in communities across Illinois through investments in infrastructure, education[Read More…]
