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Senator Harriss announces winner of art contest highlighting local landmarks

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Senator Erica Conway Harriss | Illinois General Assembly

Senator Erica Conway Harriss | Illinois General Assembly

State Senator Erica Harriss has announced the winner of her 1st Annual Hometown Spotlight Art Contest. Janet Pursell of Collinsville was named this year’s winner for her drawing of the Glen Carbon Covered Bridge.

“We are thankful for the people who took the time to submit artwork for this year’s contest,” said Senator Harriss. “We have some very talented artists in the 56th District, and I am thrilled to showcase this incredible piece by Janet in my office.”

The 2024 Hometown Spotlight Art Contest invited artists from across the community to create artwork highlighting iconic landscapes and landmarks within the 56th District.

“The Glen Carbon Covered Bridge serves as a village focal point,” said artist Janet Pursell. “I wanted to recreate something that has historic value to the community that best represents the bridge’s purpose. I am thrilled to be this year’s winner!”

The Glen Carbon Covered Bridge is a historic landmark commemorating the lives of coal miners and early settlers and hosts several community events each year.

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