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Monday, November 25, 2024
Rep. Friess 4th Annual Christmas Toy Drive

It’s that time of year again! Our toy drive is now in full swing. Your generosity in previous years has brought joy to countless children in our community. Please bring…


Sunday, November 24, 2024
How to Become an Organ and Tissue Donor

Becoming an organ and tissue donor can save lives, restore sight, and enhance the quality of life for countless individuals across Illinois. As of November 2024, approximately 4,000 Illinois residents are awaiting…


Friday, November 22, 2024
This Week in Springfield (Photos)

Thursday, November 21, 2024
Firearm Deer Season Opens Tomorrow in Illinois

Deer hunters in Illinois will be busy this weekend, as firearm hunting season begins this Friday and continues through Sunday, November 24. A second round of firearm deer hunting will…


Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Rep. Friess Joins Colleagues in Calling for Action on Drug Exposure in Illinois Prisons (w/Video)

Red Bud, IL…This morning, State Representative David Friess (R-Red Bud) joined fellow representatives Charlie Meier and Bill Hauter at a press conference to address the escalating crisis of drug exposure…


Thursday, November 14, 2024
$3.2 billion State budget deficit projected for FY26: Rep. Friess Comments

Red Bud, IL…The Governor’s Office of Management and Budget (GOMB) this week issued a projection of Illinois’ budget forecast for Fiscal Year 2026. The budget projection, contained within its annual…


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…