Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)— Editor’s Note: Theft, battery, fraud are among those investigated or charged in this week’s police reports. We continue our reporting on news from police reports. Besides covering the many stories from around Park Forest that otherwise might go unnoticed, we want to bring more complete coverage of police[Read More…]
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Police Target Junk Autos With Public’s Help
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The Park Forest Police ask the public’s help to rid the Village of junk autos. Calling it “spring cleaning,” the PFPD is turning to residents for tips. “This month, we are doing a little spring cleaning around the Village,” police said on Facebook. “Patrol officers, especially those[Read More…]
Spring Forward with Toastmasters May 23
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The Park Forest Toastmasters will meet on May 23rd. This gathering will be an Open House. The theme of the meeting is:”Spring Forward with Toastmasters.” All are invited and special refreshments will be served. The meeting will be held at Calvary United Protestant Church and will begin[Read More…]
Park Forest Aqua Center Opens For The Season On June 3
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The Village of Park Forest reports that the Aqua Center will open for the season on June 3. “Since 1952, the Park Forest Aqua Center has been one of Chicagoland’s favorite outdoor aquatic facilities, right here in Park Forest,” the Village reports on its web site. There[Read More…]
Recognition Night 2017 Celebrates Academic Excellence at GSU
University Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The College of Health and Human Services (CHHS) at Governors State University recognized 15 students for their academic excellence as well as those who have demonstrated outstanding professional growth. Nominated by faculty, these students exemplify what GSU Jaguars can achieve. Individuals who have provided mentorship and supervision for students in their[Read More…]
AG Sessions Moves To Force Needlessly Harsh Prison Sentences For Nonviolent Drug Offenses: Senator Durbin
Chicago, IL-(ENEWSPF)- U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) released the following statement on a new Justice Department policy that rescinds the Smart on Crime Initiative, which directed federal prosecutors to reserve stiff mandatory minimum sentences for individuals convicted of the most serious offenses, and instead requires prosecutors to seek[Read More…]
Sam Shepard’s Buried Child Coming To The Drama Group
Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The Drama Group is proud to present the Pulitzer Prize-Winning dark drama, BURIED CHILD, by lauded American playwright Sam Shepard directed by M.J. Renzi. Performances will be held at The Drama Group’s Milord Studio Theatre on June 9, 10, 15, 16 & 17 at 7:30 pm and matinees[Read More…]
Rosenberger Medal Winner Kerry James Marshall To Deliver May 15 UChicago Lecture
Acclaimed artist to speak at the Logan Center Chicago, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Artist Kerry James Marshall, winner of the 2016 Rosenberger Medal from the University of Chicago, will deliver a public lecture, “As Luck Would Have It…,” at 7 p.m. May 15 in the Performance Hall of the Reva and David Logan Center for[Read More…]
GSU Awards Scholarships to High School Seniors
University Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Governors State University is awarding its most prestigious academic scholarships to six high school seniors from across the Midwest. The scholarships, funded by the GSU Foundation, are presented to students who have exhibited excellence in high school performance and civic engagement. The elite Presidential Scholarship is awarded[Read More…]
GSU Celebrates Two New Deans
University Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Governors State University announced via Twitter the appointment of two new deans. Dr. Jun Zhao will be the new Dean of the College of Business and Andrae Marak will be the new Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. More details to follow. Celebrating Drs. Jun Zhao and[Read More…]