Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–April 1, 2010. Since our Nation’s earliest days, the census has played an important role in identifying where resources are most needed. This procedure, enshrined in our Constitution, informs our Government’s responses to the evolving needs of American communities. By completing this year’s survey, we can ensure they receive[Read More…]

Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–March 31, 2010.  The Park Forest Nurses Club will meet on Thursday, April 15 at 7:30 p.m. at Calvary United Protestant Church located at Lincoln Highway and Orchard Drive. The speaker Tina Musselman RD, CCN, Program Director for the Center for Bariatric Surgery at St. James Hospital, will[Read More…]

WASHINGTON, DC–(ENEWSPF)–March 29, 2010.  The current economic recession has forced many Hispanics age 45+ to cope by making increasingly difficult decisions that may impact their long-term health and financial security, according to a new survey by AARP, in collaboration with the National Hispana Leadership Institute and impreMedia. In particular, many[Read More…]

WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–March 29, 2010.  In October, President Barack Obama signed The Matthew Shepard Act, expanding the reach of the 1969 hate crimes law to “authorize the Department of Justice to investigate and prosecute certain bias-motivated crimes based on the victim’s actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or disability.”[Read More…]

Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– It’s Harry Potter week at the Holiday Star Theater. All movies start at 1:10 p.m., and all you have to pay is $2.75 per person. “The theater is a magical place,” says owner Kenny Yochelson. “I am constantly amazed by what happens here.” Be part of the[Read More…]

Abraxas performs at Lavapalooza in September 2009 in Lava Hot Springs, Idaho. (Photo: Abraxas) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– On April 10, Abraxas will be in concert at Freedom Hall in Park Forest at 8 pm. Abraxas performs a stunning musical tribute to the great Carlos Santana. Having performed for millions of[Read More…]

WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–March 26, 2010 – Changes made to the way the Defense Department applies the law that bans gay men and lesbians from serving openly in the military means that officials will apply the law in a more fair and appropriate manner, the Pentagon’s top lawyer said here today. General Counsel[Read More…]

From CNN: If Dennis Hopper attends the dedication of his star on Hollywood’s Walk of Fame Friday, it may be the last time his fans see the actor alive. Hopper is dying of prostate cancer, according to documents filed in his divorce case this week. Hopper, 73, is too weak[Read More…]

CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–March 25, 2010.  Illinois agencies that regulate gaming in Illinois recognize that for some people the fun and excitement of winning a little extra money at the races, casinos, or by playing the lottery can become unhealthy.  But, it may be difficult to tell in some cases whether or not[Read More…]

Rockville, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–March 25, 2010.  More than a quarter of youth aged 12-20 (27.6 percent) drank alcohol in the past month, according to a survey by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The study shows that the underage drinking rates were as high as 40 percent in some[Read More…]