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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 11h

Reporting live from Chicago, there’s no “hellscape” I’d rather be in.

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Brian Callahan @oliogrids.bsky.social · 3d

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Brian Callahan @oliogrids.bsky.social · 3d

I'm really feeling 22-Down atm😬:

"___ out a win (what I hope the Chicago Cubs do every time they’re in a close game)"

Lil AVCX @lilavcx.bsky.social · 3d

We're excited to bring you a 12x12 puzzle from Lil AVCX editor Brian Callahan (@oliogrids.bsky.social) called "Just One Away from a Bingo." We think you'll find it fresh, playful, and full of Brian's signature pop culture and sports clues!

Crossword puzzle with 7-Across highlighted: [Apt car rental company to use when visiting San Antonio]

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AVCX Classic @avcx.bsky.social · 10d

Starting tomorrow, AVCX will be running a mini subscription drive for the fall. We hope to add 100 new subscribers, which will keep us healthy going into next year. If you’re able to spread the word, our thanks!! If you have a platform or outlet where you can plug us, we’ll gladly swap too

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Brian Callahan @oliogrids.bsky.social · 15d

*allegedly

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Brian Callahan @oliogrids.bsky.social · 15d

Peter Sagal : Jason Benetti :: me : you

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AVCX Classic @avcx.bsky.social · 21d

As we move toward our fall subscription drive, we hope you’ll consider supporting us in part bc we are an independent media company.

No, crosswords are not as vital as journalism. But yes, all content that we consume matters, and it should be as free as possible from corporate control.

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Brian Callahan @oliogrids.bsky.social · Sep 9

...and of course check out Sally's blog post-solve! usatodayxwordblog.blogspot.com

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Brian Callahan @oliogrids.bsky.social · Sep 9

@sallyhoelscher.bsky.social and I are 🌊 making waves 🌊 with today's USA Today crossword. Check it out here: puzzles.usatoday.com

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Midwest Crossword Tournament @midwestcrossword.bsky.social · Sep 4

Midwest Tourney is only one month away! Even after adding capacity we still only have about 35 seats remaining for the in-person tournament! Online and puzzle packet options too
Register at midwestgridfest.com while you still can!

Midwest Crossword

Registration open now!

midwestgridfest.com

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Brian Callahan @oliogrids.bsky.social · Sep 3

Check out the puzzle (for free) here: syndication.andrewsmcmeel.com/puzzles/cros...

Andrews McMeel Syndication - Home

syndication.andrewsmcmeel.com

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Brian Callahan @oliogrids.bsky.social · Sep 3

At Universal today with Michael! I don't think this one will sting too much🐝 Hope you enjoy the solve!

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AVCX Classic @avcx.bsky.social · Sep 2

Last winter, AVCX ran a subscription drive to continue funding our expanded puzzle offerings. It worked great! We won’t need to do anything at that scale this year.

But we will run a mini-drive this fall to keep the old budget stable. So if you like what we do, please spread the word!

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Joshua Kosman @joshuakosman.bsky.social · Sep 1

Sorry @avcx.bsky.social but my answer is better. (Great puzzle otherwise though!)

Screenshot of a crossword puzzle showing the clue "URL ending that doesn't always signify a reliable source" with the answer GOV.

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Lil AVCX @lilavcx.bsky.social · Sep 1

We're excited to bring you a 10x11 midi from roster member Alex Rossell Hayes (@alxrh.bsky.social) titled "Counter Arguments." We expect this to be a relatively breezy solve, and before you know it, you'll be shouting "That's a wrap!"

Crossword puzzle with 29 Across highlighted: [Atmospheric layer protected by the Montreal protocol] (5 letters)

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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · Aug 31

Why don’t you send everyone proof of life first?

(Either way, Chicago doesn’t want you here)