The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) has announced the recipients of the 2024 Small Equipment Grant Program. This program is designed to help fire departments, fire protection…

During National Library Week, take a moment to appreciate the resources, knowledge, and opportunities our local libraries provide! Whether you’re borrowing a book, researching a new topic, or simply finding…

In this issue: Unemployment in Illinois fell 0.1% in February The Illinois unemployment rate declined by one-tenth of one percent in February, going from 4.9% to 4.8%. The national unemployment…

Congratulations to Hudson Drug Shop in Paxton on celebrating 75 years in business yesterday!! They had a phenomenal turnout at their open house!! Their pharmacy and store is a gem…

On the first day back from Spring Break (and on April Fool’s Day), I visited with seniors at Iroquois County CUSD 9 – Watseka School District! One of the main…

In this issue: Standing for Second Amendment rights Illinois has some of the strictest gun control laws in the country, topped off by the gun ban which was passed in…

State Representative Jason R. Bunting (R-Emington) gave an update on House Republicans’ efforts to restore public safety in Illinois.

I had a VERY busy and productive week in Springfield last week! I want thank each and every person and group that has stopped and visited with me. I wish…

In this issue: Working to restore public safety In the years since the SAFE-T Act was enacted, concern has been growing in Illinois about criminals released from custody to potentially…

House Bill 2827, a controversial proposal to put intrusive and heavy-handed mandates on homeschool families, passed the House Education Policy committee this morning, with all Republicans voting No. The bill…