The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) recently announced the list of fire departments and EMS providers selected as recipients of the 2024 Small Equipment Grant Program. “These grants are…

National Senior Health and Fitness Day is a chance for seniors to get active. Physical activity can have many positive effects on a senior’s health, such as controlling blood pressure…

Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States honoring and mourning the U.S. military personnel who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. Above is a…

EMS Week honors the important work of all Emergency Medical Service workers. Their continued work saves lives and helps our communities every day. Thank you to EMS workers for all…

Last week we were in Springfield and continued our committee work and began voting on Senate bills. While it was a relatively quiet week in the legislature, I expect the…

National Police Week honors the incredible sacrifice and contributions of law enforcement officers across the nation. Thank you to all police officers for your continued dedication to the safety of…

Military Appreciation Month is a month-long observance honoring those who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Thank you to the brave men and women who have made sacrifices…

National Nurses Day is a great reminder of the important work that nurses do to keep our communities healthy. A special thank you to all of the nurses in the…

School Principals’ Day is an important recognition of principals’ hard work and dedication. Principals are a critical component of our education system from elementary to high school. Thank you to…

Did you know that Illinois’ pork industry produces more than 6 billion slices of bacon each year? Today, we are celebrating this beloved protein and the pork producers who put…