Lawmakers clash over budget and gambling plan in Illinois
Lawmakers debate budget cuts and a Senate backed three casino expansion package to fund a statewide construction program. Governor Blagojevich faces override pressure as House members prepare hearings and votes amid factional standoff with Madigan allies and GOP critics.
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Madigan
Senate
Dave Luechtefeld
Rokanville
Dan Brady
Bloomington
House
David Reis
Willow Hill
Shane Cultra
Ronarga
Emil Jones
Jones
Blagojevich
Dan Rutherford
Rchenoa
Rutherford
Frank Watson
Greenville
Watson
Brad Burzynski
Clare
Springfield
Burzynski
Chicago
Reis
Chicago State University
Reis Rutherford
Cultra
David Miller
Ddolton
Illinois
Festival draws 3000 plus attendees and regional makers
More than 3,000 people attended the festival sponsored by the art center, Franklin County Tourism Board, and the Illinois Grape Growers and Vintners Association. About 50 art vendors and over a dozen wineries participated, with producers like Pheasant Hollow Wineries and Mississippi Mud Pottery showcasing work and skills to attendees.
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Art Center
Franklin County Tourism Board
Illinois Grape Growers and Vintners Association
Jane Treece
Pheasant Hollow Wineries
Chad
Felicia Nelson
Mississippi Mud Pottery
Alton
Chad Nelson
Rose Jarecki
Yorkville
Jarecki
Illinois Artisans
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Murphysboro Health Center
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Lee.net
Beggs
Meston
Dillard's
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Nygard
Ly A
Eward
Dillard's Charge
Visa
MasterCard
American Express
Discover
Carte Blanche
Illinois Centre
Bethany. Krajelis
Thesoutt