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Senator Erica Harriss voices concerns over new Illinois energy legislation

By T. K. Wolfe | Oct 31, 2025

State Senator Erica Harriss has raised concerns following the passage of the “Energy Omnibus Bill” in Illinois.

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Schmidt highlights local business award and upcoming events for Illinois' 114th district

By T. K. Wolfe | Oct 24, 2025

Hartmann Turf & Tractor has been named the October “Business of the Month” by Illinois State Representative Kevin Schmidt.

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Illinois lawmakers debate proposals for statewide property tax relief

By T. K. Wolfe | Oct 22, 2025

Property taxes in Illinois remain among the highest in the country, with some sources ranking the state as having either the highest or second-highest property tax rate nationwide.

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Rep. Amy Elik visits SIU dental school during free children's dental care event

By T. K. Wolfe | Oct 20, 2025

State Representative Amy Elik and other local lawmakers visited the Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine during the Give Kids a Smile event, which offered free dental care to children between the ages of 3 and 13. “It was great...

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Rep. Schmidt criticizes proposed Illinois energy bill during veto session

By T. K. Wolfe | Oct 17, 2025

The Illinois General Assembly concluded its veto session this week in Springfield.

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Mike Bost addresses government shutdown impact and Naval Academy anniversary

By T. K. Wolfe | Oct 10, 2025

Rep. Mike Bost posted updates on October 9 and 10, 2025 about his efforts during the government shutdown—including continued constituent services—and celebrated the United States Naval Academy's anniversary.

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Cahokia Heights plans infrastructure upgrades; Rep. Schmidt highlights legislative session and public safety

By T. K. Wolfe | Oct 10, 2025

The City of Cahokia Heights plans to complete over 80 repair and replacement projects on sewer lines and lift stations by the end of 2026.

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Kevin Schmidt serves as 'Principal for the Day' at Cahokia middle school

By T. K. Wolfe | Oct 7, 2025

Last week, Illinois State Representative Kevin Schmidt served as “Principal for the Day” at Wirth/Parks Middle School in Cahokia.

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Elik and treasurer’s office offer ICASH event for unclaimed property assistance

By T. K. Wolfe | Sep 29, 2025

State Representative Amy Elik and the Illinois Treasurer’s Office are organizing an event to help residents find out if they are owed money by the state.

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Schmidt criticizes governor's FY26 budget approval citing increased taxes and lack of transparency

By T. K. Wolfe | Sep 26, 2025

Illinois State Representative Kevin Schmidt has criticized Governor J.B. Pritzker’s approval of the state’s fiscal year 2026 budget, which totals $55.2 billion and represents an increase of about $2 billion from the previous year.

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FOIA request sent to Jersey County Sheriff Department regarding 2023 arrest records on September 24, 2025

By T. K. Wolfe | Sep 24, 2025

FOIA Request to Jersey County Sheriff Department regarding 2023 arrest records on September 24, 2025.

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Rep. Kevin Schmidt recognizes Minerva Boutique as September’s business of the month

By T. K. Wolfe | Sep 23, 2025

State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt) has named Minerva Boutique as his “Business of the Month” for September.

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Harriss and Elik welcome US Steel’s reversal on Granite City Works slab processing

By T. K. Wolfe | Sep 19, 2025

State Senator Erica Harriss and State Representative Amy Elik have responded to US Steel's recent announcement that Granite City Works will resume processing steel slabs.

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Mike Bost highlights public safety legislation and veterans' issues in recent posts

By T. K. Wolfe | Sep 19, 2025

U.S. Rep. Mike Bost shared updates between September 18-19 about new public safety bills affecting Washington D.C., praised a Trump administration move for veterans, and marked POW/MIA Recognition Day as committee chairman.

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Mike Bost highlights VA progress, Air Force milestone, agriculture meeting in recent posts

By T. K. Wolfe | Sep 18, 2025

Rep. Mike Bost shared updates between September 17-18 about reductions in VA backlogs, recognition for Scott Air Force Base on the Air Force's anniversary, and discussions with agricultural leaders regarding upcoming legislation.

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Rep. Mike Bost shares updates on veterans' honor flight and industry meetings

By T. K. Wolfe | Sep 17, 2025

Rep. Mike Bost posted on social media about welcoming veterans to Washington via an honor flight program and meeting with manufacturing leaders from Illinois on September 16-17, 2025.

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House passes bipartisan package advancing veteran healthcare and benefit reforms

By T. K. Wolfe | Sep 17, 2025

The House of Representatives has passed 14 bipartisan bills aimed at improving services and benefits for veterans.

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Mike Bost shares updates on veteran honors and local industry meetings

By T. K. Wolfe | Sep 17, 2025

U.S. Rep Mike Bost posted several updates between September 16-17 about honoring veterans through the Southern Illinois Honor Flight program and meeting with local manufacturers regarding economic issues; he also marked Constitution Day by...

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House subcommittee examines use of artificial intelligence in veterans' healthcare

By T. K. Wolfe | Sep 15, 2025

Rep. Tom Barrett (R-Mich.), Chairman of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Technology Modernization, delivered remarks at an oversight hearing focused on the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in modernizing healthcare for...

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Illinois opens applications for small equipment grants for emergency services

By T. K. Wolfe | Sep 15, 2025

The Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) has announced that applications are now being accepted for the Small Equipment Grant Program.