University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– “Recognizing the Need for Peer Support for Returning Iraq and Afghanistan War Veterans” is the topic of an important, free seminar to be held at Governors State University on October 27, from 1 to 6 p.m. in the Cafeteria Annex. Participants in this seminar will focus on[Read More…]
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Tall Grass Film Series Presents ‘Is Anybody There?’
Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Tall Grass Arts Association announces its fall 2009 Art Film series will begin on Sunday, October 11, at 6:30 p.m. at the Marcus Theatre in Chicago Heights. The series opens with the independent British feature, “Is Anybody There?” starring two- time Academy Award winner Sir Michael Caine[Read More…]
Marian Actors to Perform ‘Hasty Heart’ Oct. 16-18
Dressing up as during Marian Catholic’s Spirit Week, from left to right, Packey Daley as Champ Kid, Jason Keane as Brian Fontana, Josh Pieper as Ron Burgandy, and Jay Hochstetler as Brick Tambland. All are characters from the movie Anchorman – The Legend of Ron Burgundy) . (PHOTO ENEWSPF) Chicago[Read More…]
PSC Job Fair Scheduled for October 21
Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– For many unemployed workers, job searches can be a long and frustrating road. Job fairs are an excellent way for job seekers to explore potential employment opportunities, which can lead to great jobs. Prairie State College (PSC) is hosting its annual fall job fair on Wednesday, October[Read More…]
Chicago’s Famed Second City Comes to Freedom Hall
Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– On October 23, Chicago’s legendary comedy theatre The Second City will appear at Freedom Hall in Park Forest at 8 pm. This special performance will feature some of the best sketches, songs, and improvisations from The Second City’s fifty year history. The Second City is truly a[Read More…]
Park Forest House Tour ‘Springs Forward’ with New June Date
Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– The League of Women Voters of the Park Forest Area (LWV) is pleased to announce that the 26th Annual Park Forest House Tour will be held on Sunday, June 6, 2010. For the last several years the House Tour has been held in the fall and it[Read More…]
‘Corona’ Augustin Zambrano Among 18 Alleged Latin Kings Gang Leaders in Little Village Region Indicted on Federal Charges
Chicago, IL–(ENEWSPF)– A Chicago man alleged to be a “Corona” of the Latin Kings, making him the highest-ranking leader outside of prison and responsible for overseeing the illegal activities of all factions of the powerful Chicago street gang, is among 18 defendants charged in a sweeping new federal indictment against[Read More…]
Illinois Corrections Director Welcomes Members of the Adult Advisory Board
SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–October 1, 2009. Illinois Department of Corrections Director (IDOC) Michael P. Randle welcomes newly appointed members of the Adult Advisory Board. The board advises IDOC concerning policy matters and programs for incarcerated persons and those on parole. “I look forward to working with the members of the board to help[Read More…]
$21.8 Billion Distributed to Promote Educational Improvement
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–October 1, 2009. U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan announced today the distribution of more than $21.8 billion in formula grants to support state-administered programs that support teachers and help students reach high standards. Formula grant programs are noncompetitive awards based on a predetermined formula and provide funding for[Read More…]
Secretary Chu Announces up to $12.5 Million in Recovery Act Funding for New Graduate Fellowships in Science, Mathematics and Engineering
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–October 1, 2009. U.S. Energy Secretary Steven Chu announced today that up to $12.5 million in funding from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act will be awarded in early 2010 to support at least 80 graduate fellowships to U.S. students pursuing advanced degrees in science, mathematics, and engineering through[Read More…]
