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Thursday, July 16, 2026
Staying safe in the heat

More hot weather is forecast for our area in the coming days and weeks. Here are a few tips from the National Weather Service on how to stay safe in…


Monday, July 13, 2026
Tremont Rescue offering EMT course

Tremont Rescue is offering an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) course designed to prepare you for a rewarding career in emergency medicine. Whether you’re interested in becoming a firefighter, paramedic, healthcare…


Tuesday, July 7, 2026
July is Independent Retailer Month

July marks Independent Retailer Month. Local shop owners remind us what hard work and determination can build. Spread the American spirit by supporting small businesses this month.


Friday, July 3, 2026
Happy America 250!

Thursday, June 25, 2026
Thanks to everyone who stopped by our shred event!

Thanks to everyone who stopped by our shred truck event today in Morton! We had such a great turnout that we nearly hit the limit of what the truck could…


Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Free paper shredding event tomorrow in Morton

Don’t forget our FREE paper shredding event which my office is hosting TOMORROW along with Senator Sally Turner. Stop by the parking lot in the 100-200 block of East Jefferson…


Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Secretary of State law enfocement job fair on Thursday

Interested in a career in law enforcement? The Illinois Secretary of State is hosting a law enforcement job fair this week in Springfield.


Thursday, June 18, 2026
Free shred event next Thursday in Morton

Next Thursday, June 25, my office is hosting a FREE paper shredding event along with Senator Sally Turner. We will be at the parking lot in the 100-200 block of…


Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Severe weather expected on Wednesday

The weather forecast for tomorrow is calling for a good chance of severe weather throughout our area. Click here to find out the latest information from the National Weather Service…


Monday, June 15, 2026
Tribune: Illinois medical-aid-in-dying law faces federal lawsuit from disabled patients, doctors before September start

This is good news. I also introduced a bill to protect the rights of physicians to NOT participate or refer patients. My bill with the backing of ISMS was not…