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Wednesday, August 2, 2023
McHenry County Fair!

We are at the McHenry County Fair today August 2 hosting our mobile office hours until 4 today! I’ll be at the fair all week, so stop by and say…


Tuesday, August 1, 2023
Happy Sweet Corn Day!

Whether it’s grilled, steamed, boiled, or roasted, we love sweet corn in Illinois. Shout out to Illinois’ official state vegetable on this Sweet Corn Appreciation Day!


Monday, July 24, 2023
Tips to Beat the Heat

A stretch of hot weather is expected across Illinois this week. Here are a few tips for staying safe in the heat: Limit outdoor activities Drink plenty of water Wear…


Wednesday, July 12, 2023
Illinois Democrats continue to shortchange funding for local municipalities

Despite claims of a ‘balanced’ budget by the Democrats and Gov. Pritzker, the state is continuing to shortchange local communities and utilize revenue earmarked for municipalities to cover its own…


Tuesday, July 11, 2023
Happy National Kitten Day!

Cheers to my cat, Spud. Happy National Kitten Day!


Wednesday, July 5, 2023
Independent Retailer Month

This month we are celebrating the small and local businesses that drive growth in our communities. Independent retailers keep our local economies strong while creating opportunities for our families, friends,…


Tuesday, July 4, 2023
Happy Fourth of July!

Wednesday, June 28, 2023
Illinois Pension and Fiscal Health Worsening

S&P says Illinois’ “poorly funded” pensions will continue to stress state and local government budgets as the state sees “weak demographic trends” and “shrinking population.” https://www.thecentersquare.com/illinois/article_693e6f32-1453-11ee-a626-8f8a03cd5797.html


Thursday, June 22, 2023
Human Services Update

The Illinois Department of Human Services Inspector General released a report last week recommending a series of major changes to end the physical abuse and neglect of patients at the…


Wednesday, May 17, 2023
Happy National Police Week!

This National Police Week we say thank you to the heroes across our state who wear the badge, and especially to two of our colleagues who currently serve in law enforcement….