Life and Living

CDC Study Finds Seat Belt Use Up to 85 Percent Nationally

Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–January 4, 2011. Almost 6 out of 7 U.S. drivers surveyed report that they always wear a seat belt when driving or riding in a motor vehicle, according to a study released today by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Seat belt use has become the national norm[Read More…]

The 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4×4

  The 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Car Talk By Jonathan Pitman Picture this: You’re driving down a dark road at night and your headlights automatically dim and adjust so that the lights on the car don’t blind oncoming drivers. That’s just one of the many innovations that sets[Read More…]

Presidential Proclamation– National Impaired Driving Prevention Month

Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–December 2, 2010.   Every day, millions of Americans travel on our Nation’s roadways.  Thousands of these drivers and passengers tragically lose their lives each year because of drunk, drugged, or distracted driving.  During National Impaired Driving Prevention Month, we recommit to preventing the loss of life by practicing safe[Read More…]

Sierra Club Welcomes Administration’s Announcement to Strengthen Fuel Efficiency and Pollution Standards for Cars

Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–December 1, 2010.  Today, the Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Transportation announced a supplemental notice of intent to strengthen car fuel efficiency standards. Statement of Sierra Club Green Transportation Director Ann Mesnikoff “We welcome the news that Administrator Lisa Jackson and Secretary Ray LaHood  have taken one[Read More…]

Statement by President Obama on General Motors

Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–November 17, 2010.   General Motors’ initial public offering (IPO) marks a major milestone in the turnaround of not just an iconic company but the entire American auto industry. Through the IPO, the government will cut its stake in GM by nearly half, continuing our disciplined commitment to exit this[Read More…]

DOE and EPA Release 2011 Annual Fuel Economy Guide

WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–November 3, 2010.  The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of Energy (DOE) today released the 2011 Fuel Economy Guide, providing consumers with information about estimated mileage and fuel costs for model year 2011 vehicles. Choosing the most fuel efficient vehicle in a class will save consumers money[Read More…]

Death Notice: Mrs. Mildred Reynolds

Mildred Reynolds, nee Ljiljak “Lilac”, born on August 29, 1917 to Jovo (Manda) Ljiljak in Flint, MI, Mildred 93, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2010, at Wittenberg Lutheran Village in Crown Point, IN. Previously of Chicago-Roseland area and Park Forest, IL. Mildred was preceded in death by her husband[Read More…]

Death Notice: Jeanette LaTourrette

Jeanette Florence LaTourrette, nee Nelson, 87, October 18, 2010, resident of Park Forest, IL since 1959. Beloved wife of the late Charles; loving mother of Judy (Vince) Addicks of Normal, IL and Barbara Thul of Park Forest, IL; cherished grandmother of Christine Dubose and Charles Thul and great-grandmother of Jackie,[Read More…]

Death Notice: Stella Ward

Stella Ward, nee Hyrn, 81, October 16, 2010, resident of Park Forest, IL. Beloved wife of Damien J. Ward, Jr.; loving mother of Leanne (Jim) Ward, and Richard (Theresa) Traybsza. Dear stepmother to the late Dan Ward, Michael Ward, Martha Ward, Ellen (Tom) Brinkmeyer, Peter (Janet) Ward, Kate (Dave) Nestler[Read More…]

Death Notice: Robert Theodore Marshall Sr.

Robert Theodore Marshall, Sr., 96, October 19, 2010, resident of Park Forest, IL since 1975. Beloved husband of Arta, nee Thompson; loving father of Arta Ann (Adrian) Beverly of Chicago, IL and Robert T. (Sharon) Marshall, Jr. of Park Forest, IL.; cherished grandfather of Phillip Beverly, Karyn Marshall and Robert[Read More…]

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