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Thursday, October 3, 2024
Claussen Pickles Tour!

Anywhere you go in the U.S., if you go to the grocery store and buy a jar of Claussen Pickles, they were made right here in Woodstock, and have been…


Tuesday, October 1, 2024
UPDATE: Message from McHenry Co. Board Chair on the Consolidation of the Transit Boards (RTA, CTA, Metra and Pace)

Opposed to the Consolidation of the Transit Boards (RTA, CTA, Metra and Pace) The CTA carries $6.9 billion in debt. Compared to Metra’s $312 million debt and Pace’s $138million debt,…


Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Upcoming Pension Panel with the BGA

Our underfunded state pensions are the biggest reason that Illinois is one of the highest taxed states in the country. I’m going to be part of a panel hosted by…


Tuesday, September 24, 2024
McHenry County Farm Stroll 2024

Sunday, September 29, 2024, from 10 AM to 4 PM Farm Stroll is a self-guided tour of McHenry County’sdiversified family farms. There is no beginning or end of the tour,just choose…


Friday, September 20, 2024
SOS Announces Shift in DMV Facility Hours to Better Serve Residents

All Illinois DMV locations across the state will change operating hours starting next week. Here’s what you should know.


Tuesday, September 17, 2024
IDOT Update

Since 1995, IDOT has had a right of way through Glacial Park as one of the possible routes for the proposed expansion of Rt. 53. It’s been almost 30 years,…


Monday, September 16, 2024
Fraud Prevention Seminar!

Thank you to our presenter, Sonya Tompkins, from the Attorney General’s Office for a phenomenal presentation today! We hosted a Fraud Prevention seminar this morning to inform our residents on…


Friday, September 6, 2024
National Food Bank Day

This National Food Bank Day, let’s come together to support those in our communities who face food insecurity. Any action to help a local food bank, such as donating or…


Friday, August 23, 2024
CASA – Court Appointed Special Advocates

Illinois is home to dozens of local CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) chapters. CASA volunteers are community members who advocate for the best interests of children who have experienced abuse…


Wednesday, August 14, 2024
Another Successful Real ID Event!

Sen. Wilcox, Rep. Weber, and I hosted another successful Real ID event with the Illinois Secretary of State’s office. Thank you to everyone who participated!