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Interest grows in Lincoln Historic Site rehabilitation

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State Representative Wayne Rosenthal (IL) | Representative Wayne A Rosenthal (R) 108th District

State Representative Wayne Rosenthal (IL) | Representative Wayne A Rosenthal (R) 108th District

In recent weeks, there has been increasing interest in the rehabilitation of the Lincoln Historic Site at New Salem. The interest extends throughout the region as stakeholders recognize the site's potential to boost historical tourism and economic growth.

State Representative Rosenthal expressed gratitude for WAND News' coverage on this topic. He is sponsoring legislation alongside State Senator Steve McClure aimed at supporting the restoration efforts. This initiative seeks to revitalize both the site and its surrounding area's tourism industry.

For those interested in learning more about this legislative effort, additional information is available through a provided link.

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