We have already started receiving some of the completed Summer Reading slips back! Just a reminder to those that would like to participate, the slips are due back to our…

Thank you to Heritage Woods of Dwight for inviting me out to have a townhall with the residents at your facility today. We had many great questions and conversations! It…

Today marks the first official day of summer! Be sure to enjoy the start of this incredible season by getting outside. 

Juneteenth is the annual commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States. This day honors the final enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation in Texas following the end of…

High temperatures are expected across Illinois all this week. Here are a few tips to keep in mind to stay safe in extreme heat: ☀ Stay out of the sun. If…

National Go Fishing Day encourages us to get outside, drop a line, and start fishing! Taking a break and fishing can be a relaxing and fun activity for all ages. 

Happy Father’s Day to all of the incredible fathers out there! Be sure to show appreciation for all that the fathers in your life do.

In this issue: Largest spending bill in Illinois history signed into law The Governor has signed the massive $53.1 billion spending bill into law, setting a new record for spending…

My staff and I toured Incobrasa in Gilman on Wednesday. I have hauled thousands of bushels there for the farm over the last 15-20 years but had not had the…

Did you know that Illinois is the 2nd highest corn-producing state in the nation? Celebrate National Corn on the Cob Day and support Illinois farmers today by enjoying locally-grown corn!…