WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–January 5 – President Obama today addressed airport security in remarks responding to the Christmas Day attack on a plane headed for Detroit. The following can be attributed to Anthony D. Romero, Executive Director of the American Civil Liberties Union: “We welcome President Obama’s emphasis on better information and intelligence[Read More…]
Month: January 2010
Infants Now Accepted at Little Angels
Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– One of the school buildings has sat unused on the property of Celebration Ministries for many years. Celebration Ministries is the former Hope Lutheran Church, 424 Indianwood, Park Forest. An Ablaze grant was awarded through the Northern Illinois District in the spring of 2009. Thanks to the[Read More…]
Airline Security Must Protect Rights As Well As Safety
NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–January 4, 2010. The Obama administration announced Sunday it will subject the citizens of 14 nations who are flying to the United States to intensified screening at airports, including being subjected to full-body pat downs or body scanners. According to the American Civil Liberties Union, the government should adhere[Read More…]
Durbin: Senate-Passed Health Care Bill Provides Quality, Affordable Coverage for Additional 1.1 Million Illinoisans
CHICAGO, IL–(ENEWSPF)–January 4, 2010. Nearly 1.1 million uninsured Illinoisans and 30 million people across the nation are on track to gain access to quality, affordable healthcare coverage as a result of the historic reform bill passed by the U.S. Senate last month, U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) said today.[Read More…]
South Suburban Earth Science Club December Meeting Report
Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– The South Suburban Earth Science Club met Tuesday, December 8, 2009 at Freedom Hall, Park Forest , IL . Members enjoyed the annual Christmas Potluck Dinner, gift exchange and social time. The club’s members voted unanimously to hold the 2010 SSESC Fossil, Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show[Read More…]
Unhappy New Year for Religious Liberty
Commentary Inside the First Amendment By Charles C. Haynes First Amendment Center senior scholar Good riddance to the aughts, naughts or ohs. By whatever name, the first decade of the 21st century has been devastating for religious liberty in much of the world. The statistics are numbing. According to a[Read More…]
2010 Nissan Sentra SR: A Better Bet
The 2010 Nissan Sentra. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Car Talk By Jonathan Pitman Many things about the Nissan Sentra have changed over the years. Nissan went all out when they redesigned the Nissan Sentra in 2007. That was the year that marked a new beginning for this car. Its bold design and[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of January 4, 2010
New solar panels on the Aqua Center bathhouse, which is undergoing major renovation, will produce hot water. (Photo: Aqua Center on Facebook) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– January 4, 2010. No matter how many times you experience the Midwest winters, the arrival of the cold, snowy weather is always a shock to[Read More…]
Park Forest Toastmasters to Meet Friday, January 15 at Freedom Hall
The Park Forest Toastmasters meet at Freedom Hall, seen here on a slightly warmer day, on January 15. (Photo: PF Toastmasters) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Want to overcome your fear of public speaking or hone skills you’ve already developed? The Park Forest Toastmasters are The Park Forest Toastmasters meet from 7:30[Read More…]
Brit Hume Says Tiger Woods Must Become Christian To Be Forgiven (Video)
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)– No kidding. Brit Hume says on Fox News Sunday that Tiger Woods must become Christian in order to find forgiveness for his alleged transgressions. No kidding. Buddhism just isn’t good enough for Brit.