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Wednesday, November 13, 2024
National Adoption Month

This National Adoption Month, we celebrate the incredible families and children who find love and hope through adoption. Let’s lift up the families created through adoption and continue raising awareness for the children who still…


Monday, November 11, 2024
Happy Veterans Day!

When our county needed them, Veterans stepped up answering the call to serve with distinction. Our nation’s Veterans swore a solemn oath to support and defend our Constitution and through…


Friday, November 8, 2024
What you should know about Veto Session in Illinois

In the Illinois General Assembly, lawmakers convene in Springfield for two different legislative sessions during the year. The first of the two is Spring Session or Regular Session, taking place…


Wednesday, November 6, 2024
Adopt a letter and make a child’s dream come true

The holiday season is a time for joy, generosity, and for many, a chance to make dreams come true. For over a century, the United States Postal Service (USPS) has…


Monday, November 4, 2024
Native American Heritage Month

This November we celebrate Native American Heritage Month, which is a time for us to honor and celebrate the rich cultures, contributions, and traditions of Native American people. This month,…


Thursday, October 31, 2024
Happy Halloween!

Halloween has roots that stretch far beyond the brightly lit pumpkins and decorated houses we see across Illinois each October. Its origins go back to the ancient Celtic festival of…


Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Daylight Saving Time Ends This Weekend

As November draws near, Illinoisans are gearing up for the transition back to Standard Time as Daylight Saving Time (DST) ends this weekend. On Sunday, November 3, 2024, at precisely…


Monday, October 28, 2024
Staying Safe for Halloween

For centuries, Halloween has been celebrated around the world by children and adults alike. While the reason for celebration has gradually changed since the first Celtic festivals, October 31st has long…


Friday, October 25, 2024
WLI Scavenger Hunt

Rep. David Friess’ office recently hosted a fun and energetic scavenger hunt all across Red Bud in support of the Women’s Leadership Initiative. Families and friends came together to explore…


Tuesday, October 22, 2024
Rx Drop-Off to be Rescheduled

The Rx Drop-Off scheduled for this Saturday in Waterloo has been cancelled but will be rescheduled. Continue to check back for further updates!