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Monday, January 8, 2024
Deadline Approaching to Apply for Agriculture Association Foundation Scholarships

Scholarship Opportunity! Online applications for Illinois Agricultural Association (IAA) Foundation scholarships are due by February 15. Click below for more information on the scholarship and how to apply! https://www.wifr.com/2024/01/05/iaa-foundation-offers-scholarships-2024-2025-school-year/


Tuesday, January 2, 2024
Real ID Update

Current Illinois driver’s licenses or ID cards will continue to be accepted at airports, military bases and secure federal facilities until May 7, 2025.https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/will-you-need-an-illinois-real-id-in-2024-what-to-know-about-the-new-id-card/3315049/


Monday, January 1, 2024
Happy New Year!

Wishing you health, happiness, and prosperity in 2024! Happy New Year!


Sunday, December 31, 2023
Celebrate Responsibly

Have a wonderful and safe New Years Eve! Please celebrate responsibly.


Thursday, December 28, 2023
I Pledge Allegiance to the Flag…

Today is Pledge of Allegiance Day, commemorating the day that our pledge was adopted by Congress in 1945. First published in 1892, our pledge honors our nation’s values of freedom…


Monday, December 25, 2023
Merry Christmas!

From the Tipsword Family to yours, hoping you have a very Merry Christmas filled with joy, love, and hope!


Sunday, December 24, 2023
Christmas Eve Tradition

Wishing everyone a wonderful Christmas Eve! What’s your favorite Christmas Eve tradition?


Friday, December 22, 2023
How NORAD Tracks Santa’s Progress

“NORAD Tracks Santa” is a holiday tradition that has grown into a massive volunteer operation. The Caucus Blog of the Illinois House Republicans: How NORAD Tracks Santa’s Progress


Thursday, December 14, 2023
Despite Setback, Legal Challenges to Dems’ Firearms Ban Continue

U.S. Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett has denied a request for a preliminary injunction against Illinois Democrats’ firearms ban. https://news.bloomberglaw.com/us-law-week/justice-barrett-refuses-to-block-illinois-assault-weapons-ban


Wednesday, December 13, 2023
Registration Rules for Democrat Gun Ban Still Up in the Air

Democrats’ overreaching firearms ban continues to cause confusion and frustration for law-abiding gun owners in Illinois.  As Deadline Looms, Assault Weapons Registration Rules Still Unresolved | Chicago News | WTTW