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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Giving Tuesday

There are countless fine organizations in our community which help many of our friends and neighbors. As we move into the holiday season, please remember those doing these good works…


Monday, November 27, 2023
November is National Military Families Month

As we enjoy our holiday celebrations here at home, many of our neighbors have someone far away defending our freedom. Thank you to those in uniform, and thank you to…


Saturday, November 25, 2023
Shop local this Small Business Saturday

Thursday, November 23, 2023
Happy Thanksgiving

Monday, November 20, 2023
Farm Bureau: Look forward to a more affordable Thanksgiving meal this year

“Illinois is the largest grower of processing pumpkins,” AFBF senior economist Veronica Nigh told RFD Radio. “So, any change in production in Illinois can have a pretty significant impact on…


Saturday, November 18, 2023
National Adoption Day

National Adoption Day is dedicated to raising awareness of the over 100,000 children waiting for adoption in the United States. Today, communities across the country are celebrating adoption and advocating…


Tuesday, November 14, 2023
House passes legislation to modernize professional licensing in Illinois

During the closing hours of veto session the House passed legislation to revamp the licensing process at the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. I have been working for…


Monday, November 13, 2023
November is National Diabetes Month

National Diabetes Month is aimed at bringing attention to diabetes. This year’s theme is taking action to prevent diabetes health problems. Here are a few ways that you can take…


Saturday, November 11, 2023
Happy Veterans Day to all who have served

Thursday, November 9, 2023
Rep. Hauter speaks on professional licensing bill

State Representative Bill Hauter (R-Morton) spoke on the Illinois House floor Thursday in support of HB 2394, a bill he co-sponsored to address the many problems Illinoisans have faced obtaining…