Mary Dankowski. (Photo: VOPF) Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Park Forest Finance Director Mary Dankowski has been awarded the 2014 Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the Year Award by the Daily Herald. Dankowski is one of twelve to receive the CFO of the Year Award but one of only two representing government[Read More…]
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Marian Catholic Announces 4th Quarter Honor Roll Students
(PHOTO SUPPLIED) Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Marian Catholic High School announced the 4th quarter honor roll for the 2013-2014 school year. Following are those receiving top honors, beginning with students from Park Forest: Park Forest: Savannah Altman, Briana Banks, McKayla Brzeszkewicz, Raven Brzeszkiewicz, Keyara Hampton, Kennedy Horton, Malak Kidd, Tony Kurth,[Read More…]
Governors State University’s To Hold ‘Admitted Student Day’ For Accepted Freshmen
University Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Governors State University will hold Admitted Student Day Wednesday, July 16, from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. to give accepted freshman an opportunity to learn more about what going to school at GSU would be like. Admitted Student Day offers freshman already accepted to GSU a chance[Read More…]
Governors State University to Hold Undergraduate Open House Saturday, July 12
University Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Governors State University will hold an open house for freshman and transfer students Saturday, July 12, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. The open house will be an opportunity for students to see the campus; learn about the learning communities that foster civic engagement, global citizenship and sustainability; get a[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of July 7, 2014
A fireworks display created by James Kopycinski briefly illuminates the Florida sky in the form of a palm tree on the 4th of July. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—July 7, 2014. Bring your old clothing and shoes to the Park Forest Farmers’ Market on Saturday, July 12 from 9[Read More…]
Firefighting Grant To Assist 18 South Suburban Departments, Including Park Forest
Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—July 7, 2014. Congresswoman Robin Kelly announced today that the Homewood Fire Department was awarded a $1.8 million federal grant that will benefit 18 south suburban fire departments. Homewood applied for the grant on behalf of the region’s joint dispatch center and was supported in its efforts by Congresswoman[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Statement on the Passing of U.S. Senator Alan Dixon
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–July 6, 2014. Governor Pat Quinn today issued the following statement on the passing of U.S. Senator Alan Dixon: “Alan Dixon had a patriot’s determination to do what was best for his state and nation. “Alan Dixon served with distinction in both houses of the Illinois General Assembly, two statewide[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Signs Law to Put Women’s Rights Issue on the November Ballot
Referendum to Ask Voters if Health Insurance Plans Should be Required to Cover Contraception CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–July 6, 2014. Governor Pat Quinn today signed a law to let voters weigh in on whether prescription insurance programs should be required to include birth control. The question will now appear on the November 4th[Read More…]
UUCC to Host Qigong Talk and Practice Free Healthy Living Group on Thursday, July 10
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—July 7, 2014. On Thursday, July 10 from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., at the Unitarian Universalist Community Church (UUCC), 70 Sycamore Drive, Park Forest, expert Qigong instructor Jim Kobus, who will talk with us about the benefits of Qigong and lead us in some simple Qigong moves. [Read More…]
Storm Recovery Update: 223 Homes Still Without Power in Park Forest
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- As of noon on the 4th of July, village officials report that 223 homes in Park Forest are still without power. This is down from a village high 5,400 homes and businesses since the storm hit Monday. That number was reduced to 4,000 by the end of[Read More…]
