Funds Will Help Meet Healthcare Demand in Underserved Communities SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–May 13, 2014. Governor Pat Quinn today announced $14.5 million available to build and renovate community health centers throughout Illinois. The funds, included in Governor Quinn’s Illinois Jobs Now! construction program, will allow the state to reduce healthcare spending and save[Read More…]
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Southland College Prep Showcases Its IHSA Winning Performers at Freedom Hall Event
Southland College Prep Charter High School’s Group Interpretation Team who placed 2nd in the State of Illinois in the IHSA finals earlier this Spring. Left to right in rows 1-3 are Row 1: Moriah Hackett, Aronna Wynne, Alexus Newson, Morgan Brown, Janessa Colquitt; Row 2: Nneka Onyeka, Charnnia Jones; Row[Read More…]
Bulldogs’ Jalen Brown Inked by Georgia State
Jalen Brown signs for Georgia State University. (IMAGE SUPPLIED) South Holland, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The 2014 South Suburban College (SSC) Men’s Basketball Team accolades and accomplishments continue to grow this postseason as sophomore Jalen Brown signed a letter of intent to play on scholarship for Georgia State University Panthers this fall. Georgia[Read More…]
South Suburban College Baseball Team Wins Regional Title
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL—(ENEWSPF)—May 12, 2014. South Suburban College (SSC) Baseball Team defeated Triton College by the score of 9-5 on Saturday to win the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division I Region-4 Championship. Winning pitcher Ryan Waaso, out of Marian Catholic High School, went 7 innings to get the[Read More…]
Senator Bernie Sanders Legislation Would Help Students Afford College
BURLINGTON, Vt.–(ENEWSPF)–May 12 – Flanked by Vermont college students and graduates who are deep in debt, U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders said today he will introduce legislation to help students earn college credits in high school in order to cut the cost of earning a college diploma. Sanders said he supports[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Announces Start of Planning for Illinois Bicentennial Celebration
200th Birthday Observance Will be a Year-Long Celebration of State’s Past With an Eye Toward the Future CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–May 12, 2014. Governor Pat Quinn today officially started the planning for Illinois’ 200th birthday in 2018, a year-long celebration that will engage residents and communities throughout the state and leave a lasting[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of May 12, 2014
Spring is in full bloom in Park Forest. (ENEWSPF) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—May 12, 2014. The 41st Annual Park Forest Farmers’ Market is now open every Saturday from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. through October 25. The Market’s weekly items for sale include fresh vegetables, fruits, organic breads, salsa, specialty produce[Read More…]
Arkansas Judge Strikes Down Marriage Ban
New York–(ENEWSPF)–May 9, 2014. Today Judge Chris Piazza of Arkansas upheld same-sex couples’ freedom to marry, striking down the state’s discriminatory constitutional amendment and becoming one of more than a dozen judges to rule in favor of the freedom to marry since last year’s Supreme Court decision in U.S. v. Windsor.[Read More…]
DePaul University College of Law to Graduate 313 Students on May 18
Honorary degree recipient Judge Thomas Durkin to address graduating class U.S. District Judge Thomas M. Durkin will receive an honorary degree at the DePaul University College of Law commencement on May 18. Durkin, who earned a law degree from DePaul in 1978, will deliver the commencement address to the graduating[Read More…]
Mayor Rahm Emanuel Welcomes To Chicago His Excellency Michael D. Higgins, President Of Ireland
Mayor Emanuel, President Higgins discuss strong cultural and economic ties between Chicago and Ireland Mayor Rahm Emanuel welcomes His Excellency President Michael D. Higgins, President of Ireland, and Mrs. Sabina Higgins, First Lady of Ireland, to Chicago. Photo Credit: Brooke Collins // City of Chicago CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–May 9, 2014. Today Mayor[Read More…]
