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!

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,…

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…

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…

State Representative Ryan Spain (R-73rd District) is hosting a Veterans Resources Fair for constituents on November 30 at the Bureau County Metro Center in Princeton. The free fair will offer…

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…

1 in 10 adults have diabetes, and close to half are not diagnosed. World Diabetes Day is a good reminder to adopt and maintain healthy habits. Knowing your risk and…

GENERAL ASSEMBLYIllinois General Assembly concludes Fall Veto Session. Week two of the Fall Veto Session was characterized more by what the Democratic Supermajority failed to deliver instead of what they did…

This Veterans Day let us take a moment to remember the sacrifices made by those who answered the call to protect the freedom of our nation. Thank you to all…

Following the adjournment of the Illinois House of Representatives fall veto session, House Deputy Minority Leader Ryan Spain (R-Peoria) issued the following statement: “While I’m pleased the General Assembly sent…