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"We have some wonderful instructional programming upcoming; standards-based instruction, new teacher evaluations, and additional resources to bolster our science curriculum." #pembroke

The Illinois Association of Community Action Agencies is a membership organization and serves as the backbone for training, technical assistance, and advocacy efforts. #jackiehaas #ilga

Without access to natural gas, residents in Pembroke have been forced to heat their homes and cook with wood, propane gas or electricity, which has caused a significant financial burden for many. #penbroke

The Sweet Fern Savanna Land and Water Reserve, in the heart of Pembroke Township, Illinois, offers a glimpse into what much of the area looked like before European settlers drained swamps and cleared forests to grow corn and soybeans.

'Long overdue' or environmental hazard? Bill to fund Hopkins Park natural gas pipelines heads to Pritzker's desk (Springfield, IL) - A controversial bill, that would fund more natural gas pipelines is making its way to Governor J.B. Pritzker’s desk and is causing an uproar in a village outside Kankakee.

Op-Ed: Senator Patrick Joyce - June is here, and summertime usually means our legislative session in Springfield is finished. But as I write you this month, our work continues.

Rev. Jackson and Rainbow PUSH Coalition hails passage of HB3404 (Chicago, IL) - After months of Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, Sr. and Rainbow PUSH Coalition officials convening meetings, reaching out to Illinois elected officials and talking to community leaders, the Illinois Senate has passed HB3404 establishing Pembroke Township as a designated hardship area which will allow a natural gas line to come through Pembroke and Hopkins Park.

State Rep. Jackie Haas said that it is a matter of justice for Pembroke Township residents to have access to the same natural gas service others in the state already have.