* The 2025 Golden Horseshoe Award for Best Place to Gather for Dinner During Session Weeks goes to Vele…

I am always amazed at how good the food is here!! It is right there with some of the best dining establishments in Chicago!! With a great bar to compliment the food!

I hadn’t been there since they moved from downtown, but some friends of mine and I went during veto session and I was impressed.

* The 2025 Golden Horseshoe Award for Best Place to Gather for Drinks, Etc. During Session Weeks goes to Saputo’s…

The Saputos bar has to be one of the best spots to talk Springfield shop!! Jennifer always pours a good drink with a smile!!

Never a dull moment.

* On to today’s categories…

Best Senate Republican Legislative Assistant/District Office Manager

Best Senate Democratic Legislative Assistant/District Office Manager

As always, please try to nominate in both categories. Yes, I know it’s not easy, but do your best. Also, please explain your nominations or they won’t count. Last year’s winners were Dana Hooven and Thera Bond, so they’re not eligible this year.

* After you submit your nominations, please click here and donate to our annual fundraiser to buy Christmas toys for foster kids. We raised more than $12,000 yesterday, but a whole lot of LSSI foster kids depend on us every year, so please spread some holiday joy. Thanks!