Vienna prison closure stirs worker fear and transfers
In Vienna, 353 municipal employees face wage freezes and furloughs as talks with AFSCME stall on closures. Inmates are moved from the facility ahead of a May 15 deadline while officials weigh transfers and job losses, sparking concern among families and local leaders about livelihoods.
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Gubernatorial rivals slam Vienna prison closure plan
Illinois candidates attack Gov Ryan’s schedule to close Vienna Correctional Center as the state sets a May 15 closing date. Blagojevich calls it cruel to workers while Madigan urges budget options remain. Local residents brace, hoping for reopening. some fear extended shutdown.
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Farrell remembered for generosity and fairness
The community recalls Kevin Farrell as a generous, unassuming benefactor who funded and subsidized projects without seeking credit. He moved from Chicago, valued fairness toward all, from truck drivers to U.S. senators, and treated everyone equally. Services are at 1 p.m. today at Whittington Baptist Church.
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