In 1988, President Ronald Reagan proclaimed August 21st as a day to recognize the older adults in our lives and honor senior citizens across our nation. From the proclamation: “For…

This week is the Illinois State Fair in Springfield. While the Ag Breakfast program was canceled due to poor weather, I hope you were able to make it up to…

Thank you to the nonprofits that serve our communities across the state! The dedication of those who work and volunteer for these organizations is unmatched and their advocacy makes Illinois…

With at least 165 wineries and over 100 miles of wine trails, the wine industry in Illinois is thriving and the growth has been exponential in the last 30 years….

V-J Day, or Victory over Japan Day, marks the end of World War II, one of the deadliest and most destructive wars in history. When President Harry S. Truman announced…

As summer draws to a close and children start heading back to school, family life can get pretty hectic. It’s important to remember – and share with your children –…

Rep. Elik learned more about the freight operations and infrastructure improvements in Illinois and Missouri on Thursday. The tour was hosted by the St. Louis Regional Freightway and Terminal Railroad…

The State Fair runs through August 20 and features some big names for the Grandstand lineup this year. Visit the State Fair website for more information. https://statefair.illinois.gov/

Monday was Purple Heart Day, a day to recognize and honor heroes in our armed forces who sacrificed for our freedom and the freedom of those around the world. To…

Today we acknowledge, honor, and remember the sacrifices made by our military servicemembers and those who have earned the Purple Heart. Thank you to these brave heroes and their families…