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Friday, May 8, 2026
Rep. Tipsword’s E-Newsletter: Police Memorial, Bacon Day, Grants, and More

POLICE MEMORIAL CEREMONY This week at the Capitol, we gathered with law enforcement officers and families from across the state to pay tribute to Illinois’ fallen police officers. This solemn…


Thursday, April 2, 2026
Rep. Tipsword’s E-Newsletter: Around the District, Property Taxes, Public Safety, and More

AROUND THE DISTRICT ROAD CONSTRUCTION UPDATE – IDOT is expected to begin resurfacing work on the US 24 Bypass between Washington and Peoria during the week of April 13. This includes…


Friday, February 27, 2026
Rep. Tipsword’s E-Newsletter: Around the District, Federal Scholarships, Energy, and More

AROUND THE DISTRICT The Livingston County Health Department, in partnership with the Livingston County Childcare Coalition, is inviting residents to complete a short survey to help with future childcare planning…


Friday, July 4, 2025
Rep. Tipsword’s Weekly E-Newsletter: Licensure Updates, New Laws, Fourth of July, and More

State Agencies IDFPR Continues Licensure Improvements The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation has announced that 18 more professions are now available for licensure via the Department’s new online licensing…


Friday, August 16, 2024
Rep. Tipsword’s Weekly E-Newsletter: Supporting Small Businesses, Back to School Safety, and More

Supporting Small Businesses My 100% voting record reflects my unwavering support of small business owners. As a former small business owner, I fully understand that small businesses are the lifeblood…