The latest manufactured outrage from Democrats and the left-wing media emerges yet again from the Justice Department, an agency that lately seems more adept at producing scandal than justice.
Here’s a link to the editorial at Fox News.
Dems demand harsh punishment for Roger Stone – Not violent criminals and illegal immigrants
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RLC has plenty of studio art classes to offer in coming semesters
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Rend Lake College offers a variety of studio art classes each semester that can help nurture your skills in many different mediums. And these classes are not just for students looking to pursue an art degree. Anyone interested in honing their talents is welcome to register. To learn more, or to register, visit rlc.edu.
Here’s a link to the story at Rend Lake College.
Missouri farm awarded $265M in suit against BASF and Bayer
February 15, 2020 By Leave a Comment
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (AP) — A jury on Saturday awarded $265 million in punitive damages to a southeastern Missouri peach farmer who argued that weedkiller dicamba that had drifted onto his orchards from other farms had severely damaged his trees — an award that could bode well for other farmers suing the chemical’s makers.
Here’s a link to the story in the Southern Illinoisan.
State releases $500 million for statewide technology innovation network; SIU included as a hub
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Here’s a link to the story at the Southern Illinoisan.
State lawmakers face opposition to proposal to end cash bail system in Illinois
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State lawmakers are considering changes to the state’s criminal justice system, including a proposal to end cash bail in Illinois.
Here’s a link to the story.
Mississippi braces for flooding amid cresting river
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JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves declared a state of emergency Saturday amid predictions that a river running in the area around the state capital of Jackson could burst its banks and spark widespread flooding.
Here’s a link to the story at the Southern Illinoisan.
Southern Illinois lawmakers push package of bills to address FOID card renewal dalays
February 15, 2020 By Leave a Comment
After fielding calls from dozens of frustrated gun owners, several Southern Illinois lawmakers are pushing a package of bills they say aim to fix the state’s delays in issuing gun ownership card renewals.
Here’s a link to the story at the Southern Illinoisan.
Old King Coal Festival seeking nominations for 2020 Old King Coal
February 15, 2020 By Leave a Comment
Steve Sawalich, President of the southern Illinois Old King Coal Festival announced nominations are being accepted for the 2020 Old King Coal. Old King Coal will reign over this year’s festival which will be held May 7th thru the 9th in down
town West Frankfort.
This honor is bestowed annually to a deserving coal miner. All living Southern Illinois miners are eligible, regardless of age or number of years they have worked in the mines. Nomination forms can be downloaded from the festival website at www.oldkingcoalfestival.org. Forms are also available at the water office at West Frankfort City Hall, West Frankfort Chamber of Commerce or Advanced Hearing Center in the West Frankfort Outlet Mall. Nominations can be mailed to Old King Coal Festival, P.O. Box 242, West Frankfort, Illinois 62896. Deadline to submit a nomination is Monday, March 16, 2020. Old King Coal will be crowned during the Old King Coal Festival Princess Flame Scholarship Pageant on Saturday, April 4th to be held at Paschedag Auditorium at Frankfort Community High School in West Frankfort.
The 2020 Old King Coal Festival kicks off Thursday May 7th with bargain night on the midway. There is free entertainment each evening on the main stage. Other events include the Coal Miners Memorial Service and Grand Parade. For a complete schedule of all events or to download nomination forms for Old King Coal and entry forms for the Princess Flame Scholarship pageant go to www.oldkingcoalfestival.org.
Gas pump attendant mandate would guarantee price increase, Illinois convenience store group says
February 15, 2020 By Leave a Comment
Proposed legislation in Illinois that would mandate your gas is pumped by an employee of the gas station would guarantee a price increase and is a “typical Springfield solution to creating jobs,” a convenience store group says.
Here’s a link to the story at Illinois News Network.
Pritzker says budget proposal will include $225 million in savings
February 15, 2020 By Leave a Comment
Gov. J.B. Pritzker said Friday that his budget proposal will include $225 million in savings along with the potential for $750 million more in taxpayer savings in three years.
Here’s a link to the story at Illinois News Network.
