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June 17, 2025
Shaw Local

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Eye On Illinois: No practical restitution for damages Madigan inflicted

Eye On Illinois: No practical restitution for damages Madigan inflicted

There’s no practical restitution for the damages inflicted on Illinois by Mike Madigan, Scott Holland writes. Absent fully dismantled levers of power, this sentence isn’t the final chapter on Statehouse corruption

By Scott T. Holland●
June 17, 2025 at 10:00 am CDT

Historic Highlights: June 17 marks 250th anniversary of Battle of Bunker Hill

Historic Highlights: June 17 marks 250th anniversary of Battle of Bunker Hill

The Battle of Bunker Hill is one of the legendary engagements of the American Revolution, though it is full of misconceptions and oddities. Not only was it fought on a different hill, but its famous catchphrase was likely never uttered. 

By Tom Emery●
June 16, 2025 at 10:00 am CDT

Lovina’s Amish Kitchen: Eicher family busy with wedding preparations

Lovina’s Amish Kitchen: Eicher family busy with wedding preparations

Yesterday was a busy work day here. A lot of jobs were completed for the upcoming wedding of daughter Verena and Daniel Ray.

By Lovina Eicher●
June 15, 2025 at 12:00 pm CDT

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