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Tuesday, July 29, 2025
Coffee Talk in New Athens August 12

Stop by Community Hall in New Athens Tuesday, August 12, between 9 and 10 a.m. to have a cup of coffee and talk about state government with me and State…


Thursday, July 24, 2025
Rep. Friess Addresses Summer Electric Rate Hike Impacting Ameren Customers

My office has received numerous calls regarding the rising energy rates in Southern Illinois, particularly those associated with Ameren. I want to take a moment to explain what this means…


Wednesday, July 23, 2025
Speaking to the Waterloo Chamber

Last week, I had the pleasure of speaking at the Waterloo Chamber of Commerce’s Monthly Meeting, where I shared key updates from both Springfield and across the District. It was…


Monday, July 21, 2025
July Friess Frame

The latest edition of my Friess Frame newsletter is now available. Click here to get all the latest news from state government and around the district. To subscribe, please click…


Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Great turnout for Red Bud senior fair

We had a great turnout at yesterday’s Senior Fair! Thank you to everyone who helped make it such a success. It was wonderful to see so many members of our…


Monday, July 14, 2025
Free senior fair tomorrow morning in Red Bud

Please join State Representative David Friess and State Senator Terri Bryant for a Free Senior Fair! Join us to connect with local and state services, receive free health screenings, and…


Monday, July 14, 2025
Great shred event on Saturday!

We had a great shred event Saturday morning—even through a full-on downpour! Huge thanks to everyone who braved the weather to take part. Our wonderful community showed up and made…


Friday, July 11, 2025
Red Bud Mobile DMV event now fully booked

Thank you for another strong response! All available appointments for the Mobile DMV event on Tuesday, August 5, have been filled. As a reminder, the event will take place from…


Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Free senior fair in Red Bud next Tuesday

Please join State Representative David Friess and State Senator Terri Bryant for a Free Senior Fair! Join us to connect with local and state services, receive free health screenings, and…


Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Shred and electronics recycle day this Saturday

Please join us this Saturday at the Red Bud Sports Complex to shred your unwanted documents and recycle your outdated electronics and appliances! We will also be accepting donations of…