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Thursday, December 7, 2023
Update: Budget, Report Corruption, Holiday Diaper Drive

BUDGETGOMB projects State budget deficits in FY25 and following years. The “Illinois Economic and Fiscal Policy Report,” submitted in November 2023 by the Governor’s Office of Management and Budget (GOMB),…


Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Rep. Spain Pleased to See Upcoming Completion of Peoria’s Bob Michel Bridge Rehabilitation

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) announced on Monday the upcoming completion of the Bob Michel Bridge rehabilitation. The $24.6 million project also better connects people who walk, bike and…


Monday, December 4, 2023
Curling Club in Illinois Offers Fun for All Ages

The Waltham Curling Club, founded in 1884, is the oldest curling club in Illinois. Located in the tiny village of Triumph near I-39 and just north of I-80 in LaSalle County,…


Monday, December 4, 2023
Christmas Movies Filmed or Set in Illinois

The windy city of Chicago is famous for its sports teams, world-class museums, and vast array of shopping choices. The city remains a popular tourist destination. However, Chicago is also…


Thursday, November 30, 2023
How to Prepare your Home for Winter

Living in Illinois means homeowners have to always be prepared for changes in the weather. The climate encapsulates all four seasons in Illinois, and staying ahead of the game can save…


Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Support Local Families this #GivingTuesday by Donating to Rep. Spain’s Holiday Diaper Drive

State Representative Ryan Spain invites you to spread some holiday cheer to families in need this year by donating to his annual Holiday Diaper Drive. The holiday season is a…


Saturday, November 25, 2023
Shop Local this Small Business Saturday

Small Businesses are the backbone of local economies. This Small Business Saturday be sure to shop local and support the small businesses that make our communities thrive!


Friday, November 24, 2023
Peoria Hosts Longest Running Santa Claus Parade in America

Peoria, the eighth-largest city in Illinois, is home to the longest running Santa Claus Parade in America. And not only is the parade a staple of Thanksgiving weekend in the River City,…


Thursday, November 23, 2023
Happy Thanksgiving!

The first Thanksgiving took place over 400 years ago, but the spirit of the holiday lives on today. It reminds us to be thankful for all that we have, including…


Saturday, November 18, 2023
Recognizing National Adoption Day

National Adoption Day is dedicated to raising awareness of the over 100,000 children waiting for adoption in the United States. Today, communities across the country are celebrating adoption and advocating…