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Friday, June 28, 2024
Soil and Water Budget Cut, New State Department, Wildlife Habitat Grants and More

Severe budget cut imposed on Illinois Soil and Water Conservation Districts Although Illinois, in the heart of the Corn Belt, is one of the granary locations of the world, the…


Monday, May 27, 2024
Memorial Day, House Nears Vote on State Budget, and More

I hope this update finds you and your family enjoying the holiday weekend and reflecting on the meaning and importance of Memorial Day.  The first national observance of Memorial Day…


Wednesday, May 24, 2023
Tipsword Traveling Office Hours Tour Kicks Off on June 1st

Rep. Tipsword will kick off his end-of-session Traveling Office Hours tour on June 1st at two locations in Metamora-Eli’s and the Village Hall-to discuss state issues and other concerns.  “Hosting…


Thursday, April 6, 2023
Storm Cleanup, State Healthcare Exchange, Illinois Agricultural Dominance, and More

The Calm After the Storms I hope everyone is safe after the storms that rolled through Illinois on Friday evening, and again Tuesday into Wednesday. Governor Pritzker has issued an…


Saturday, February 4, 2023
Wrap-Up, February 3, 2023

Temporary restraining order against gun ban upheld in appellate court; actions in federal court First, I want to thank Tactical Bunker and Monte for hosting such a great Town Hall…