Not only is there plans for a memorial Garden, but a lot of attention has been given as to what should be done with Cole Hall, where the Feb. 14, 2008, shootings took place. Immediately after the event, there were calls to tear it down. I was glad to hear that it will remain.
However, the designated usage will change. The west auditorium will continue to be used for classes, but will be change from stadium-style seating to allow for table and chair seating and will have state of the art multi-media options.
The eastern auditorium will no longer be used for classes. No definite plans are made yet, but it might become a museum or activity room.
On July 14th, Governor Pat Quinn signed a capital bill into law that has $8 million set aside for Cole Hall renovation.
From the August 27 and 28 Northern Star.
RoadDog's RoadLog Blog: Being my travels down those great two lane highways of this nation as well as news I learn about them from media sources. Since I'm also very interested in historic preservation, there will be a lot of that as well.
The Shamrock Court Motel in Sullivan, Missouri. It can be yours for $125,000. Lots of possibilities. Actually, now you're too late. Missouri's Roamin' Rich bought it.
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