Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—November 14, 2013. Start your holiday season off right by giving to others during “Woodland Carols” on Saturday, December 14 from noon to 2 p.m. at Thorn Creek Nature Center. Savor homemade soups while listening to holiday music by popular area performers. The event is an annual holiday[Read More…]
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Marriage Equality is Coming to the Aloha State
Washington, D.C.-(ENEWSPF)-Today the Hawaii state Senate passed marriage equality legislation, putting the Aloha State on track to become the next state where gay and lesbian couples can legally marry. The legislation now heads to the desk of Gov. Neil Abercrombie for signature. "The unprecedented momentum for LGBT equality in America[Read More…]
Bill Lifting Ban on HIV Organ Donation Heads to President Obama for Signature
Washington, D.C.-(ENEWSPF)- The Human Rights Campaign – the nation’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) civil rights organization – is praising the passage of bipartisan legislation in the House of Representatives that lifts the federal ban on the donation of HIV-positive organs to HIV-positive recipients. The HOPE Act passed[Read More…]
Judge Orders Disclosure of Documents Detailing Publication of Regnerus’ Junk Science
Washington, D.C.-(ENEWSPF)- In an opinion released today, a Florida state court judge ruled that the University of Central Florida must turn over records related to the publication of a debunked 2012 study conducted by Mark Regnerus that demonizes gay and lesbian parents. Regnerus’ research has been called into legal question[Read More…]
Statement From Mayor Emanuel On Merger Of American Airlines And U.S. Airways
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–November 12, 2013. “I applaud the Department of Justice, American Airlines, and US Airways for settling this case and allowing the merger of the two airlines to go forward. With this case settled, Chicago’s place as the premier aviation market in the country is solidified and our city remains the[Read More…]
SD 163 Teacher’s Stellar Performance Recognized
Danielle Gladstone receives congratulations from School District 163 Board of Education President Walter Mosby for winning the 3M Illinois Star in the Classroom Award for doing an outstanding job of bringing Econ Illinois’ programs into her classroom. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- When Park Forest-Chicago Heights School District 163’s fifth[Read More…]
District 163 Bring Your Parents to School Day
Congresswoman Robin Kelly toured Forest Trail School with Board of Education President Walter Mosby, Board Members Allison McCray, Shirley McDonald, and Margaret McDannel. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Engaging reading activities, classroom units that incorporated technology and made the best use of its resources and math classes that encouraged students[Read More…]
Hawaiian Senate Approves Marriage Equality; Measure Awaits Governor’s Signature
HAWAII–(ENEWSPF)–November 12, 2013. Hawaii will become the 15th state in the nation to grant couples the freedom to marry after the State Senate overwhelmingly approved a marriage equality measure today. The bill awaits Governor Neil Abercrombie’s signature. “This is a joyous occasion because Hawaii is a state that prides itself[Read More…]
One of the Hottest Celebrities of the Season is at Chicago Ridge Mall
Chicago, IL-(ENEWSPF)-“Santa Claus has arrived at Chicago Ridge Mall and is available for visits and photographs with children between now and Christmas,” said Kristin Erickson, Marketing Director of Chicago Ridge Mall. We are excited that he has arrived and has officially kicked off the Holiday season!” This year, Santa has[Read More…]
Veterans Honored at Prairie State College
Swidler 2010 Diary September. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- In recognition of Veterans Day, Prairie State College (PSC) honored several veterans for their service to the country, as well as their service to the college, during a special ceremony organized by the Student Veterans Club. Recognized were (standing, from left)[Read More…]
