Rainout adds suspense to World Series at Busch Stadium
Game 6 postponed to tonight at Busch Stadium due to rain forecasts. First pitch set for 7 05 p m with Game 6 tickets honored. If Game 7 is needed it will be Friday at 7 05 p m at Busch. Cards ace Chris Carpenter could start Game 7 on three days rest.
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ST. Louis
Busch Stadium
Busch
Jaime Garcia
Cardinals
Colby Lewis
Texas
Rangers
Chris Carpenter
Philadelphia
Carpenter
When coal was king in Southern Illinois history
In Franklin County Benton grew from about 3000 to 10000 as coal mining powered the region. The Benton Stove Co. emerged as a leading factory, employing hundreds and promoting growth in early 20th century industry. Immigrant groups from Italy Poland and Russia arrived, fueling industrialization and new business opportunities.
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Franklin County
Benton
Robert Rea
Benton Stove Co
Illinois approves smart grid rate hikes amid veto tussle
Illinois lawmakers authorize electric utilities ComEd and Ameren Illinois to raise rates to fund a modernized power grid despite Governor Quinn's veto and consumer advocate opposition. Supporters praise jobs and energy savings from a high tech grid, while critics call it a sweetheart deal for utilities.
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Springfield
Illinois
Pat Quinn
Mike Jacobs
East Moline
AARP
Citizens Utility Board
Lisa Madigan
ComEd
Ameren Illinois
Quinn
Kyle McCarter
Lebanon
Vaccinate Now to Beat Flu This Season
The flu season in our area spans October to March with peak risk near holidays. Health officials urge vaccination now since it takes about two weeks to become effective. This year’s vaccine covers the same three strains as last year, including an HIN component.
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Jackson County Health Department
Carla Griffin
Griffin
Illinois Department of Public Health
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