July 7, 2008–Peoria, IL Festival Director John Herrin estimated Monday attendance was up slightly from last year’s 18,000 figure. While the final figures aren’t yet compiled, he said, “We had more ticket revenue this year.” Full coverage here.

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Canadian musician Miranda Stone of Toronto, Canada, prepares tea in the unique tent she and her husband constructed for this year’s Cornerstone Festival near Bushnell. She said Monday the tent and its contents all fit into a passenger van.