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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Rep. Spain Hosting ‘Medicare 101’ Event for Seniors on Jan. 31

State Representative Ryan Spain (R-73rd District) will be hosting his second “Medicare 101” event in as many weeks in collaboration with the Illinois Department on Aging’s Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) on…


Tuesday, January 23, 2024
Renewing the Call for Ethics Reform

As the tangled web of Democrats’ corruption continues to unwind over and over in federal court, Illinois House Republicans have renewed calls for needed ethics reforms. The list of convictions continues to…


Monday, January 22, 2024
How To Avoid Winter Falls While Shoveling and Navigating Snow

Winter in Illinois can bring about all kinds of unpredictable weather, from extreme cold and wind to blowing snow, snow drifts, and ice. As temperatures rise above and below freezing,…


Friday, January 19, 2024
National Popcorn Day: All About the Illinois State Snack

In 2003, popcorn gained special status in Illinois. After the state ran a contest seeking ideas for an official state snack food, Joliet teacher Fran Hollister and her second and…


Thursday, January 18, 2024
Small Nuclear Reactors an Integral Part of Illinois’ Energy Future

A moratorium on new nuclear reactor construction that had been in place since 1987 was lifted by Illinois lawmakers late in 2023, paving the way for small nuclear reactor construction…


Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Spain Leads Objection Effort Against Vague Firearm Registration Rules

“These firearm registration rules are vague and complicated, and will only cause more frustration for law-abiding gun owners,” said Rep. Ryan Spain. “Although my Republican colleagues and I on JCAR…


Tuesday, January 16, 2024
The Do’s and Don’ts of Keeping Your House Warm During Winter

As cold air settles in outside, it’s vitally important to keep your house as warm and safe as possible. Winter weather can be brutal in Illinois, especially in the northern…


Friday, January 12, 2024
IDNR Seeking Summer Instructors For 2024 Urban Fishing Program Clinics

From the Illinois Department of Natural Resources: The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is accepting applications now for instructors for 2024 summer fishing clinics through the department’s Urban Fishing…


Thursday, January 11, 2024
Rep. Spain Hosting ‘Medicare 101’ Events for Seniors

State Representative Ryan Spain (R-73rd District) is pleased to announce he will be hosting two “Medicare 101” events in collaboration with the Illinois Department on Aging’s Senior Health Insurance Program…


Thursday, January 11, 2024
How Citizens Can Engage with the Legislature in Springfield

Starting this month, the Illinois General Assembly will return to session, with a scheduled conclusion in May. During session, legislators spend a significant amount of time in Springfield. This can…