Maytag plant closure sparks political blame over Herrin facility
Whirlpool stock dips after Herrin plant closings as workers weigh pension and 401k options. Republican Judy Baar Topinka blames Gov Blagojevich for unfriendly business climate, while Blagojevich vows to press Whirlpool to keep the plant open, citing its importance to Southern Illinois. Kurt Erickson contributed.
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Psychic Saturdays Draw Crowds at Murphysboro Metaphysical Market
New Ages Other Worlds on Murphysboro’s main drag hosts Tarot readings each first and third Saturday. Readers like Christine Marlow and Nancy Pedersen draw locals from Carbondale and Hurst who report dramatic personal insights and future guidance.
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Bogus Illinois Driver Licenses Found in Louisiana
Louisiana State Police uncovered more than 100 bogus Illinois driver licenses over recent weeks. Officials asked Illinois to verify 572 license numbers, 118 proved fake. Illinois Secretary of State spokesman David Druker said there is no clear origin yet and the investigation remains early.
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