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Sunday, June 23, 2024
Celebrating Women in Engineering

Each year on June 23rd, International Women in Engineering Day is celebrated to recognize the efforts of women in engineering. This year serves as the eleventh official celebration of the…


Thursday, June 20, 2024
First Day of Summer

Today marks the first official day of summer! Be sure to enjoy the start of this incredible season by getting outside.


Tuesday, June 18, 2024
Rep. Friess Comments as Judge Rebukes Democrats’ Attempt at Election Interference

Red Bud, IL…Democrats threw quite a curveball in early May during the 2024 Spring Legislative Session, abruptly gutting a Senate child welfare bill and in less than 48 hours enacting…


Monday, June 17, 2024
Heat Safety

High temperatures are expected across Illinois this week. Here are a few tips to keep in mind to stay safe in extreme heat: ☀ Stay out of the sun. If you…


Friday, June 14, 2024
Free Fishing Days This Weekend

Each year, to celebrate Father’s Day and encourage people to spend time in nature, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources designates its Free Fishing Days. The annual four-day-long celebration of…


Thursday, June 13, 2024
What You Should Know About Real IDs

In less than a year, Illinois residents 18 and older must have a Real ID card to board planes and enter certain federal facilities. The Illinois DMV is prepared to…


Wednesday, June 12, 2024
Mark Your Calendars: Sen. Bryant’s Small Town Tour Featuring Rep. Friess

This July, State Senator Terri Bryant is hosting a series of events featuring State Representative David Friess where constituents can come enjoy open conversation and refreshments with their elected officials….


Monday, June 10, 2024
Men’s Health Week

Men’s Health Week is all about promoting men’s health and well-being through exercise, a balanced diet, and regular visits to the doctor. 


Thursday, June 6, 2024
Remembering D-Day

On June 6, 1944, more than 150,000 Allied troops crossed the English Channel and landed on the beaches of German-occupied Normandy, France in the largest amphibious assault in world history, now known…


Tuesday, June 4, 2024
Democrats changed House rules to pass their $1.1 billion revenue plan just before 5 a.m.

Democrats were forced to change the House rules and needed three tries to pass their $1.1 billion revenue plan just before 5 a.m. After a near-derailment and an all-nighter to wrap…