Quote of the Day
"The U.S. economy expanded at a faster clip than initially forecast in the third quarter, helped by more robust consumer spending and by stronger exports. The economy grew at a 2.5% annualized pace in the quarter, revised up from the initial estimate of 2.0%, the government said in its second estimate of quarterly gross domestic product. GDP growth was 1.7% during the second quarter.”
- Wall Street Journal’s MarketWatch, 11/23/2010
For Release: Friday, January 22, 2010
Contact: David Gillies: 202-225-5661
SOUTHERN ILLINOIS CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING RECEIVES EDUCATION GRANT
Washington - U.S. Congressman Jerry Costello (D-IL) announced today that the Southern Illinois Center for Independent Living, located in Carbondale, has been awarded a $181,921 Center for Independence Living Recovery Act Program grant from the U.S. Department of Education. The five-year grant will be used to expand services to individuals with significant disabilities in order to maximize their independence.
“The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act is providing opportunities to reach more people that need assistance and improve outcomes,” said Costello. “At the same time, we are maintaining important services and preserving and creating jobs. It is a win-win situation for our communities.”
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