Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)– September 3, 2015. Americans for Safe Access will host a series of Medical Marijuana Workshops at the Unitarian Universalist Community Church (UUCC), 70 Sycamore Drive, Park Forest. The first workshop will be held on Tuesday, September 8 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The topic of this[Read More…]
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Unitarian Universalist Community Church to Host Medical Cannabis Education Association Meeting on Sunday, September 6
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—September 3, 2015. The Unitarian Universalist Community Church (UUCC), 70 Sycamore Drive, Park Forest, will host the Medical Cannabis Education Association meeting on Sunday, September 6 at noon in Classroom 1. This month’s topics will be: Appetite stimulation, and State & Federal bills. The meeting is free and[Read More…]
What’s Your Story? Professional Women’s Network Smart Chick’s Event Features Four Amazing Authors
(Graphic Supplied) Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- What Is Your Story? An accomplished panel of published authors will discuss how they found their story at the annual Professional Women’s Network Smart Chicks Luncheon to be held Thursday, Oct. 8 from 11a.m. to 2 p.m. at Balagios, 17501 Dixie Highway, Homewood, Ill. Smart Chick panelists include Sara Eckel,[Read More…]
Sheriff Dart & Providers Call on Springfield to End Cuts to Kids and Communities as School Year Begins
Afterschool services have been shut down across the state and working families are being denied childcare. Youth development and public safety are being harmed as a result. Chicago, IL –-(ENEWSPF)–September 3, 2015. Sheriff Tom Dart, flanked by providers and youth, hosted a press conference this morning at the Cook County[Read More…]
Stunning Photos That’ll Make You Want to Visit Alaska
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–September 3, 2015. The Department of Interior is featuring some of the spectacular places in America’s Last Frontier: Alaska. The state’s national parks, wildlife refuges and other public lands are rich and varied — offering something for every visitor. While it’s hard to pick just one must-see place in[Read More…]
Main Street Music Fest on Saturday of Park Forest Art Fair
The Tom Mac Group will lead off the performances on September 19. (Photo: Facebook) Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The Village of Park Forest, in conjunction with the 60th Annual Park Forest Art Fair, will host a music festival on Saturday, September 19, 2015 from noon – 6 p.m. The lineup of[Read More…]
HHS Takes Next Step in Advancing Health Equity through the Affordable Care Act
Proposed rule implements new protections against sex discrimination; enhances language assistance; protects individuals with disabilities; and extends to insurers participating in Health Insurance Marketplaces Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–September 3, 2015. Today, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued a proposed rule to advance health equity and reduce disparities in health[Read More…]
Justice Department Announces $8.5 Million in Grants to Reduce Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, Dating Violence and Stalking on College Campuses
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–September 2, 2015. The Justice Department’s Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) today announced 27 awards totaling $8.5 million to enhance victim services and develop programs to prevent, investigate and respond to sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking on campus. The awards are made with funds from[Read More…]
Rep. Jan Schakowsky Statement on Slain Fox Lake Police Officer Gliniewicz
Evanston, IL –(ENEWSPF)– September 2, 2015. Rep. Jan Schakowsky released the following statement about the tragic murder of Fox Lake Police Officer Charles J. Gliniewicz on Tuesday: “My heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Fox Lake Police Officer Gliniewicz who was shot and killed[Read More…]
Congresswoman Robin Kelly States Support for Iran Nuclear Deal
(Image Supplied) Washington, D.C.-(ENEWSPF)- Congresswoman Robin Kelly, a Democrat from the 2nd Congressional District of Illinois, announced today that she would support the Iranian Nuclear Deal heralded by President Obama and five other world powers. The diplomatic landmark agreement prevents war with Iran, which would cost the United States countless[Read More…]
