Month: June 2011

Prairie State College Announces Firefighter II Graduates

Prairie State College’s Firefighter II Program Graduates (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Chicago Heights, IL–(ENEWSPF)–Prairie State College (PSC) recently held a ceremony recognizing 18 graduates from its Firefighter II program. The vigorous, hands-on training program prepares students to become municipal firefighters and take the state fire marshal exam. The program follows the standards[Read More…]

PSC to Hold Info Night for Parents and Students

Chicago Heights, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Choosing the right college is a tough decision. Prairie State College (PSC) is holding an Info Night to make that choice a little easier. Among the many options that PSC offers, students can earn an associate’s degree to transfer to a four-year school or gain job specific[Read More…]

Governor Quinn and Attorney General Madigan Urge Legislators to Reject ComEd and Ameren Rate Increases Governor Renews Vow to Veto Measure

SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–May 31, 2011. Governor Pat Quinn and Attorney General Lisa Madigan released a joint statement on Senate Bill 1652. “In the closing days of the legislative session, Commonwealth Edison and Ameren continue to press the General Assembly to enact legislation which guarantees increased annual profits for shareholders at the expense[Read More…]

Governor Quinn Statement on Illinois DREAM Act

SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–May 31, 2011. Governor Pat Quinn today released a statement on Senate Bill 2185. “I believe everyone has the right to a first-class education, and the Illinois DREAM Act strengthens Illinois’ commitment to ensuring education for all. The legislation allows private funding to be used to help students pay for[Read More…]

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