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Wednesday, June 7, 2023
Meier Issues Response to Governor Signing FY 24 Budget into Law

OKAWVILLE – State Rep. Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) released the following statement upon Governor JB Pritzker affixing his signature to the FY 24 Illinois budget on Wednesday. Meier voted no on…


Wednesday, June 7, 2023
CPR and AED Awareness

Did you know about 70 percent of out-of-hospital cardiac arrests happen in homes? If you are called on to give CPR in an emergency, you will most likely be trying…


Tuesday, June 6, 2023
D-Day

79 years ago today, Allied troops stormed the heavily fortified coast of Normandy to liberate Western Europe from the evil, tyranny, and oppression of Nazi control. On this important anniversary…


Sunday, June 4, 2023
National Cancer Survivors Day

Today we honor and celebrate all those who have won the fight against cancer! Happy Cancer Survivors Day to these amazing individuals, their families, and the healthcare teams who have…


Friday, June 2, 2023
National Safety Month

“Join us in observing National Safety Month as we work together to highlight leading causes of preventable injury and death so people can live their fullest lives.” https://www.nsc.org/workplace/national-safety-month


Thursday, June 1, 2023
PTSD Awareness Month

After a traumatic event, it’s normal to think, act, and feel differently than usual—but most people start to feel better after a few weeks or months. Talk to a doctor…


Wednesday, May 31, 2023
National Senior Health and Fitness Day

Exercise and physical activity are not only great for your mental and physical health, but they can help keep you independent as you age. Learn how to get started with…


Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Session Update

Session Update for the week: On Memorial Day, we pause to honor our brave men and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms. I hope you took some…


Tuesday, May 30, 2023
World Multiple Sclerosis Day

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is one of the most common diseases of the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord). Today, 2.8 million people around the world have MS. World MS…


Monday, May 29, 2023
Honoring Our Fallen Heroes

Today we honor and remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. Bless our fallen heroes this Memorial Day and always.