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Century Aluminum retirees hopeful that medical benefits will return
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RAVENSWOOD - Hundreds of people lost their jobs when Century Aluminum shut down in Jackson County in 2009.
Some retirees eventually lost their health benefits as well.
But Monday some of those retirees said they are more hopeful than ever that the Ravenswood plant will eventually open again.
They said they are also hoping that move would include reinstating their benefits.
"Things are not where we want them yet," said retiree Gene Fowler. "But, they are looking better we think the company is wanting to start the plant up as soon as they can."
The retirees have been camped out near Century Aluminum around the clock for a month now.
They are hoping to send a message that they aren't giving up.
Some retirees eventually lost their health benefits as well.
But Monday some of those retirees said they are more hopeful than ever that the Ravenswood plant will eventually open again.
They said they are also hoping that move would include reinstating their benefits.
"Things are not where we want them yet," said retiree Gene Fowler. "But, they are looking better we think the company is wanting to start the plant up as soon as they can."
The retirees have been camped out near Century Aluminum around the clock for a month now.
They are hoping to send a message that they aren't giving up.
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