Tag Archives: state fair
Horsemen’s Association To Pony Up Cash As Fair Winners Wait For The State
Illinois’ horse-racing industry is stepping in to pay purses owed by the state. Horse owners who won races at the state fairs in Springfield and Du Quoin are getting checks in the mail now. It takes only about two minutes … Continue reading
All’s Quiet On The Republican Front As GOP Blames Madigan, Strives For Wins
Republicans are trying to grab onto voters’ discontent, and turn it into an opportunity to make political gains in Illinois. That was the focus of the GOP’s rally yesterday, during Republican Day at the Illinois State Fair. The event bore a stark … Continue reading
Unions Disrupt Democratic Rally Claiming Quinn’s UnFAIR
Unions caused a ruckus yesterday at a Democratic rally at the Illinois State Fair. Although labor unions have historically been backers of Democrats, protesters instead booed them, and called Governor Pat Quinn a liar. Labor unions say it’s time Quinn and other … Continue reading
Gambling package passes Senate, goes to Quinn
With the minimum number of votes needed, the Illinois Senate passed a massive gambling measure that allows for nine months of horse races and slot machines at the state fairgrounds in Springfield. Chicago would also get to own a land-based … Continue reading
