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Illinois Chamber of Commerce endorses Demmer: 'Thrilled if it were Tom Demmer occupying' state treasurer's seat

By Steven Hughes | Oct 29, 2022

In a Thursday Facebook post, state Rep. Tom Demmer (R-Dixon) shared a link to a WGEM report announcing that he has been endorsed by the Illinois Chamber of Commerce in his run to be the next state treasurer.

McCombie welcomes endorsement of Illinois Fraternal Order of Police

By Steven Hughes | Oct 15, 2022

The Illinois Fraternal Order of Police gave its endorsement to Rep. Tony McCombie (R-Sterling) as she is running uncontested in the Nov. 8 general election.

McCombie: King 'has the strength, the knowledge, and the ability to best serve the families of the 17th Congressional District!'

By Steven Hughes | Oct 12, 2022

Rep. Tony McCombie (R-Sterling) recently took to Facebook to push her support for Republican congressional candidate Esther Joy King.

McCombie visits State Fair; 'getting very excited for the general election'

By Steven Hughes | Aug 23, 2022

Rep. Tony McCombie (R-Sterling) recently attended the Illinois State Fair where she met supporters, saw colleagues, and enjoyed some fish tacos.

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Stoller visits historic landmark: 'Great opportunity to see the Hennepin Canal'

By Steven Hughes | Aug 20, 2022

The Hennepin Canal is where Illinois made history when the first boat sailed through in 1907, intending to connect the state to the Mississippi River. Over a century later, Illinoians can take cruise tours on it.

Demmer criticizes Pritzker's new tax: 'We stand with the majority of Illinois voters who rejected that tax increase'

By Steven Hughes | Aug 16, 2022

Illinois Policy reported Governor J.B. Pritzker established a gas tax that’ll lead to drivers paying an extra $3.5 billion for gas taxes.

Stoller to host office hours Thursdays in Geneseo

By Steven Hughes | Aug 4, 2022

Sen. Win Stoller (R-Peoria) will host office hours from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Thursday at his Geneseo office throughout August.

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McCombie: 'Grocery clerks around the district do talk to me about fraud'

By Steven Hughes | Aug 1, 2022

Rep. Tony McCombie recently shared the story of her time when she was younger and her mother relied on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.

Chesney: 'Producing food and biomass will be a key future economic driver for Illinois'

By Steven Hughes | Jul 18, 2022

Rep. Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) recently voiced his interest in the importance of food production for the state's economy.

Highland Park mass shooting: 'Please join me in praying for the victims, their families and friends'

By Steven Hughes | Jul 8, 2022

The cheers and festivities were underway as Highland Park hosted its Independence Parade; however, that would end as a 21-year-old man killed seven people.

McCombie seeks to honor influential women: 'There is more work to do to drive success for our region'

By Steven Hughes | Jun 24, 2022

Representative Tony McCombie is seeking nominations for women who’ve influenced their communities.

Demmer: '"The politicians'" answer to every problem is higher taxes, more spending'

By Steven Hughes | Jun 18, 2022

Representative Tom Demmer added his name to two ballots: one for his current role and to become the state’s treasurer.

Stoller: 'The very worst thing that the government could possibly do is now to force another major tax hike'

By Steven Hughes | Apr 12, 2022

Sen. Win Stoller (R-Peoria) says a plan by Gov. J.B. Pritzker's administration to use federal COVID funds to only partially pay down the unemployment insurance trust fund debt will bring higher taxes.

Anderson on SAFE-T Act: 'We have not had a seat at the table when it comes to a lot of these pieces of legislation'

By Steven Hughes | Apr 8, 2022

At an April 6 press conference, Sen. Neil Anderson (R-Moline) joined other Republican lawmakers in calling for the repeal for the Safety, Accountability, Fairness and Equity-Today (SAFE-T) Act.

Stewart encourages constituents to donate blood at April 13 Freeport event

By Steven Hughes | Apr 5, 2022

Sen. Brian Stewart (R-Freeport) is hosting a blood drive from noon to 4:30 p.m. on April 13 in the municipal parking lot on 50 West Douglas St. amid reports of blood donation shortages in Illinois.

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Stoller: 'We had all the money we needed to solve this problem, we didn't do it'

By Steven Hughes | Apr 5, 2022

Sen. Win Stoller (R-Peoria) called out the governor and state Democrats for paying down only a portion of the state's unemployment insurance trust fund debt.

Chesney honors 'the rich history and contributions of the State Police on their centennial celebration'

By Steven Hughes | Apr 2, 2022

Rep. Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) recently marked the 100th anniversary of the Illinois State Police, which was established in 1922.

Stewart reminds constituents of bridge work starting April 4

By Steven Hughes | Mar 29, 2022

Sen. Brian Stewart (R-Dixon) posted a reminder that there will be bridge construction in the Freeport area near Route 20 East.

Swanson: Increasing oil, gas production 'should be a priority for the federal government'

By Steven Hughes | Mar 21, 2022

Representative Dan Swanson is pushing for increasing oil and gas production after seeing spikes in prices at the pump.

Demmer: 'We need to think long and hard about what we can do to deliver meaningful relief to Illinois families'

By Steven Hughes | Mar 18, 2022

Rep. Tom Demmer (R-Dixon) is pushing a proposal calling for a refundable tax credit for Illinois families making under $150,000.

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