ENERGY A report released earlier this week outlines how Illinois will be facing energy capacity shortfalls over the next decade, which means electricity prices will only continue to rise. Failed…

AROUND THE DISTRICT I was honored to attend the recent Woodford County EMA Search and Rescue Annual Appreciation Dinner. This year’s Bob Hix Memorial Award for outstanding service and dedication…

AROUND THE DISTRICT Congratulations Ali Gibbs! Ali Gibbs, a sixth-generation farmer from Benson, has been recognized by the Illinois Soybean Association as a Top 20-under 40 farmer. Ali continues to…

Small businesses drive growth and innovation in our communities across the state. When you support a small business, you’re not only helping a neighbor, but you’re also investing in your…

May you have a blessed Thanksgiving holiday surrounded by great company and enjoying delicious food. Happy Thanksgiving!

HUNTING Deer hunters in Illinois will be busy this weekend, as the first firearm hunting weekend begins this Friday and continues through Sunday. A second weekend of firearm deer hunting…

Please sign my petition to urge Governor Pritzker to veto SB 1950, which has passed both the House and Senate and awaits action from the Governor. If signed into law,…

AROUND THE DISTRICT State Champions! Congratulations to the Eureka boys cross country team, which claimed the Class 1A state title last weekend at Detweiller Park! The Hornets, coached by Olivia…

Let us remember and honor all those who have served in America’s Armed Forces this Veterans Day.

VETO SESSION RECAP llinois Democrats used last week’s final three days of veto session to ram through multiple rounds of controversial and impactful legislation, with most of the damage done…