Prison inmates to help at Crab Orchard refuge maintenance
Inmates under an agreement with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will perform work at Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge near Rend Lake. The program aims to restore facilities after 2009 storm damage, build job skills, and benefit the public while limiting inmate interaction with the public.
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Steve Jahnke
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Reaction to Obama budget sparks GOP split on NASA fees
Costello backs parts of the plan while Shimkus criticizes aviation user fees and increases in NASA funding. Costello warns of a limited budget impact, and Shimkus argues the proposal favors big government over private sector job growth. The Associated Press contributed to the report.
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Associated Press
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Williamson County to open new jail with public tour and barbecue
Williamson County invites the public to tour the new jail this weekend with barbecue plates at 10 dollars for adults and 5 dollars for children under ten. A dedication ceremony with a Color Guard and speakers is set for Sunday afternoon. The 240-bed facility includes a work-release area, on-site pharmacy, medical area, and isolation cells, funded by savings and federal stimulus.
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Williamson County
Gentry
Eral
Illinois Senate weighs $5 per patron tax on adult venues
A senator advocates a five dollar per patron tax targeting exotic dance clubs, arguing revenue potential while noting similar measures in Texas and other cities. Illinois has previously floated taxes on adult products, including magazines, with limited success. proponents cite possible funds for schools and state programs.
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Jail Food: County weighs privatizing jail kitchen
Williamson County eyes Aramark bid to cut costs by replacing four jail kitchen workers. AFSCME argues for in house operation to preserve jobs and service quality. Talks paused mid November and to resume with a board decision due within a week.
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Eddie Caumiant
Jail Food Service
Caumiant
John Huffman
Williamson County
Huffman
Brent Gentry
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