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Friday, October 6, 2023
National Manufacturing Day

Happy National Manufacturing Day! Illinois’ manufacturing industry alone supports roughly $580 billion in annual economic impact driving investment, opportunity, and innovation across the state. Thank you to our manufacturers for…


Tuesday, October 3, 2023
Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Sadly, domestic violence is more common than people think. We can all do our part to encourage healthy, safe relationships this Domestic Violence Awareness Month by learning the warning signs…


Monday, October 2, 2023
Update: Budget, SAFE-T Act Concerns, Volunteer Firefighters

BUDGET Pricey programs included in Restore Illinois September 2023 report.  The data was included in the Pritzker administration’s “Report to the Restore Illinois Collaborative Commission: September 2023.”  The Commission was…


Friday, September 29, 2023
Recognizing National VFW Day

On this day in 1899, a group of 13 Spanish-American war veterans joined together to form what would become the nation’s largest and most dedicated group of veterans, the Veterans…


Thursday, September 28, 2023
The Growing Problem of Technology Addiction

Technology addiction is a growing problem in Illinois and the rest of the world. As more people become dependent on technology, negative impacts on mental and physical health are increasing….


Wednesday, September 27, 2023
Historic Preservation Tax Credit Invests in Illinois’ Future Through its Past

The Illinois Historic Preservation Tax Credit Program provides a state income tax credit equal to 25 percent of a project’s Qualified Rehabilitation Expenditures, not to exceed $3 million, to owners of certified…


Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Rep. Spain Calls SAFE-T Act Reckless After Drug Runners Released

Rep. Spain points out the fundamental flaws in the SAFE-T Act and its new pre-trial release requirements after two drug runners from California were caught with more than 5,000 pounds…


Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Update: Monument Dedication, No Cash Bail, Gun Ban

HISTORY Rep. Spain joins Bureau County Historical Society for Civil War monument dedication. On Friday, Rep. Spain joined the Bureau County Historical Society, other local dignitaries and community leaders in Princeton…


Monday, September 25, 2023
Rep. Spain Joins Bureau County Historical Society for Civil War Monument Dedication

On Friday, State Representative Ryan Spain joined the Bureau County Historical Society, other local dignitaries and community leaders in Princeton as the keynote speaker to dedicate a beautiful new monument…


Thursday, September 21, 2023
This Weekend is National Seat Check Saturday

Every year, on average, more than a third of all kids under 13 killed in car crashes are not properly buckled up or in a car seat. Take time this…