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Monday, October 28, 2024
Honoring Our Heroes: National First Responders Day

Every year on October 28th, we come together as a nation to recognize and celebrate the brave men and women who stand on the front lines during our most challenging…


Sunday, October 27, 2024
National Civics Day

Happy National Civics Day! Today we remember the importance of civic education and engagement as citizens of our nation. Let’s take today as an opportunity to learn more about how…


Tuesday, October 22, 2024
National School Bus Safety Week

This October 21-25, we’re recognizing National School Bus Safety Week, a time to shine a spotlight on school bus safety and the role each of us plays in protecting children…


Monday, October 21, 2024
Thank you Morton Rotary

Thank you Morton Rotary for the chance to speak about the business climate in Illinois and my family’s small business heritage.


Thursday, October 17, 2024
This is Food Bank Week

Food Bank Week is a time to recognize the important work being done at food banks to fight hunger in our communities. Let’s come together and support our local food…


Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Support Your Local Chamber of Commerce Day

Happy Support Your Local Chamber of Commerce Day! Celebrate today by patronizing local businesses and recognizing the vital role that our chambers play in our community.


Tuesday, October 15, 2024
Reactivation requirements for 18 more professional license types now available online

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation expanded its pilot program for licensees seeking to reinstate or restore their licenses. Eighteen license types can now find their reactivation requirements…


Wednesday, October 9, 2024
This is Fire Prevention Week

This Fire Prevention Week, let’s all take concrete action towards eliminating the threat of fires in our homes and communities. Every small action is a step towards saving lives and…


Monday, October 7, 2024
Illinois is the Top Pumpkin-Producing State in the Nation

Representative Bill Hauter believes Illinois’ agricultural heritage is key to its success. “From field to table, Illinois pumpkins are essential to American traditions,” he said. “We take great pride in…


Monday, October 7, 2024
How to help in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene

It’s been more than a week since Hurricane Helene made landfall. It is now the fourth deadliest hurricane to make landfall in the U.S. mainland since 1950 and the deadliest…