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Wednesday, August 30, 2023
State Lawmakers tour Community Link workshop amid pending legislation

On August 28, State Representatives Charlie Meier, Katie Stuart, Amy Elik and Senator Erica Harriss toured the Community Link workshop in Breese. Lawmakers were at the facility to talk about…


Tuesday, August 29, 2023
Applications for Teacher of the Year Opens September 1

The Illinois State Board of Education’s 2024 Those Who Excel and Teacher of the Year Awards applications open Friday, September 1. Learn more at isbe.net/TWETOY


Monday, August 28, 2023
Week in Review: Illinois corruption, retail theft on the rise, new gaming licenses and more

GENERAL ASSEMBLY Tim Mapes, key aide to former Speaker Madigan, convicted in federal court. The former chief of staff to the office of the Speaker was found guilty of perjury and…


Sunday, August 27, 2023
Illinois Constitution Day

On this day in 1818, the Illinois Constitutional Convention adopted the first State Constitution and selected Kaskaskia as the first state capital. Happy Constitution Day, Illinois!


Friday, August 25, 2023
News Update

First, a big congratulations to Behrmann’s Meat and Processing from Albers IL who won the Grand Champion Bacon at the State Fair. Weeke Electric, Eaglemann Construction and I bought the…


Thursday, August 24, 2023
Rep. Meier’s Statement on Mapes Guilty Verdict in Illinois Corruption Trial

State Representative Charlie Meier issued the following statement in Illinois’ most recent corruption trial verdict concerning Mike Madigan’s closest confidant, Tim Mapes guilty verdict: “As of today, all five people…


Thursday, August 24, 2023
How Cargo Moves Through Illinois

Commercial cargo can be transported locally and around the world through several different methods, including by roadways, air, water and railroad tracks. Most of these transportation methods can be defined…


Wednesday, August 23, 2023
Ways for Families to Save Money as the School Year Begins

With sky-high inflation still impacting hard-working Illinois families and the new school year set to begin, it’s important to consider ways to save money. Food prices, gasoline costs, interest rates,…


Tuesday, August 22, 2023
Cutting Edge Boeing Drone Production Plant a Job Creator in St. Clair County

Manufacturing giant Boeing is expanding its aerospace footprint in St. Clair County, with a 300,000 square-foot state-of-the-art facility expected to be completed in early 2024. The facility at MidAmerica St. Louis Airport…


Monday, August 21, 2023
Rep. Meier Recognizes National Senior Citizens Day

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…