WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–September 1, 2011. Yesterday, Dr. Rajiv Shah, the Administrator of the U.S. Agency for International Development, announced an increase in United States humanitarian assistance to East Africa. In total, the United States is now providing more than $600 million in aid that is helping more than 4.6 million people[Read More…]
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CDC National Survey Finds Early Childhood Immunization Rates Increasing
Atlanta, GA–(ENEWSPF)–September 1, 2011. Immunization rates for children 19-35 months of age for most vaccine-preventable diseases are increasing or being sustained at high levels, according to a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Rates for most of the long-standing recommended vaccines are at or above 90 percent,[Read More…]
State-Federal Review of Health Insurance Rate Increases Begins, Double-Digit Price Hikes Must Be Justified
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–September 1, 2011. Today, health insurers seeking to increase their rates by 10 percent or more must submit their request to state or federal reviewers to determine whether they are reasonable or not. This rate review program, created by the Affordable Care Act, will bring greater transparency, accountability, and,[Read More…]
The Redemption Theater to Present ‘Rules of Engagement’ Sept. 15 – 18
Blue Island, IL—(ENEWSPF)—Lendoria Orr Productions will present the play ‘Rules of Engagement’ September 15 – 18 at the Redemption Theater, 12952 Western Ave., Blue Island, IL. ‘Rules of Engagement’ is an inspirational production based upon a group of singles that meet monthly to fellowship, edify, encourage and uplift one another[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Announces $30.5 Million for Community Health Centers Throughout Illinois
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–September 1, 2011. Governor Pat Quinn yesterday announced $30.5 million funds allocated from the capital program to build and renovate 14 community health centers throughout Illinois. The Illinois Jobs Now! funding will help the state to improve health outcomes for medically underserved Illinoisans, reduce health care spending and save taxpayers[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Orders Illinois Guard to Vermont
SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–September 1, 2011. Yesterday, Governor Pat Quinn ordered Illinois National Guard helicopters and troops to state active duty to assist with Vermont flood relief operations after receiving a request for assistance from the state. Approximately 95 members of the Illinois National Guard are now in Rome, N.Y., and will maintain[Read More…]
General Petraeus Garners Praise at Retirement Ceremony
FORT MYER, Va.–(ENEWSPF)–Aug. 31, 2011 – The chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff praised Army Gen. David H. Petraeus for his 37 years in uniform, noting the four-star general ranks among the great military leaders in U.S. history. Army Gen. David H. Petraeus delivers remarks at his retirement ceremony[Read More…]
Statement by the White House Press Secretary on President Obama’s Speech to a Joint Session of Congress
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–August 31, 2011. “Today, the President asked to address the Congress about the need for urgent action on the economic situation facing the American people as soon as Congress returned from recess. Both Houses will be back in session after their August recess on Wednesday, September 7th, so that[Read More…]
Unemployment Insurance Weekly Claims Report for Week Ending August 27, 2011
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–September 1, 2011. SEASONALLY ADJUSTED DATA In the week ending August 27, the advance figure for seasonally adjusted initial claims was 409,000, a decrease of 12,000 from the previous week’s revised figure of 421,000. The 4-week moving average was 410,250, an increase of 1,750 from the previous week’s[Read More…]
A Tale of Two Photographs
MAINE–(ENEWSPF)–Augugst31, 2011. I mowed the lawn. Or, I should say, I prepared to mow the lawn. I should begin by telling you that I enjoy mowing; I always have, ever since we upgraded from the hellaciously heavy wood and steel reel mower when I was 9 and I was able[Read More…]
