State Representative Patrick Windhorst (R-Metropolis) has advanced legislation to safeguard one of Southern Illinois’ most enduring traditions—the 9-Day Trail Ride, a nearly 60-year-old event that draws visitors from across the region each summer. House Bill 4300 updates Illinois law to ensure the annual event can continue uninterrupted. The measure revises the statutory definition of “campground,” increasing the threshold from 6 to 10 days of o…
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