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Tuesday, January 9, 2024
Thank You to Those Who Keep Us Safe!

Today is Law Enforcement Appreciation Day! Thank you to everyone who wears the badge or works in a law enforcement agency keeping us safe! You can read a bit more…


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/


Friday, January 5, 2024
New Laws, Real ID, Pheasant Hunting, and More

New laws you should know about More than 300 new state laws went into effect this week. They cover a wide variety of issues including gun registration rules, minimum wage,…


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…


Wednesday, December 27, 2023
January 1 Laws You Should Know About

New Year’s Day 2024 will ring in more than 300 new state laws, Rep. Tipsword said today. “The new laws will cover a wide variety of issues including gun registration…


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?