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ILLINOIS STATE POLICE OFFICERS HONOR THE FALLEN AT ANNUAL ILLINOIS POLICE OFFICERS MEMORIAL CEREMONY

Friday, May 6 by Jc Tinsley

SPRINGFIELD – Earlier today, Illinois State Police (ISP) Officials joined police officers from law enforcement agencies across the state for the 31st Annual Illinois Police Officers Memorial Ceremony. ISP Director Leo Schmitz and many other ISP officers were present at the ceremony to show... Read More.

Righter: Democrat school funding proposal harmful to downstate

Thursday, May 5 by Jc Tinsley

Springfield, IL – Numbers from the Illinois State Board of Education show downstate school districts and students would end up on the losing end of an education funding reform plan, to the tune of $120 million. Meanwhile, Senate Bill 231 would direct an additional... Read More.

Shimkus Statement on Dynergy Shutdown of Baldwin & Newton Power Stations

Thursday, May 5 by Jc Tinsley

WASHINGTON – Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15), a senior Member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, released the following statement in reaction to Houston, Texas-based Dynergy’s decision to shut down multiple central and southern Illinois coal-fired power plants:“The Democrats’ War on Coal has... Read More.

Gov. Rauner Urges Illinois to “Start Seeing Motorcycles”

Thursday, May 5 by Jc Tinsley

SPRINGFIELD – Kick-starting the riding season, Gov. Bruce Rauner joined fellow motorcycle enthusiasts and safety advocates today to launch the Illinois Department of Transportation’s (IDOT) latest “Start Seeing Motorcycles” campaign. To call attention to the need for all roadway users to be especially vigilant... Read More.

Shimkus Announces 2016 Congressional Art Competition Winner, Runners-Up

Thursday, May 5 by Jc Tinsley

Effingham, Illinois – Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) announced today that Megan Hodge, a student of John Gabb who attends St. Anthony High School in Effingham, was selected as this year’s Congressional Art Competition winner from the Illinois 15th Congressional District.[shimkus.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/shimkus-announces-2016-congressional-art-competition-winner-runners-up] Megan Hodge with her... Read More.

Phelps Stops By Schools to Urge Increased Funding for Southern Illinois Public Education

Friday, April 29 by Jc Tinsley

HARRISBURG, Ill. – State Rep. Brandon Phelps, D-Harrisburg, visited local schools in his district in order meet with students, teachers and administrators to discuss some of the issues in Springfield related to funding for public schools in Southern Illinois. “Education is absolutely vital for the... Read More.

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Illinois Treasurer Frerichs Convinces Radio Shack To Surrender Uncashed Rebates Worth $140,000

Friday, April 29 by Jc Tinsley

Radio Shack will surrender $140,000 in uncashed rebates owed to more than 5,000 Illinois residents, state Treasurer Michael Frerichs said today. Frerichs pursued Radio Shack because rebates checks are unclaimed property if not paid out within five years. Returning unclaimed property is a role of... Read More.

USDA Establishes New Partnerships to Link Underserved Farmers to FSA Programs

Friday, April 29 by Jc Tinsley

Springfield, Illinois, April 28, 2016 – The U.S. Department Agriculture (USDA) today announced cooperative agreements with 55 partners to educate farmers and other producers that have been underserved by USDA programs historically about Farm Service Agency (FSA) programs that provide financial, disaster or technical... Read More.

Water Quality Association Offers Facts and Tips about Treatment for Lead Contamination

Thursday, April 28 by Jc Tinsley

Lisle, Illinois –In March 2016, USA Today Network released findings from a nationwide investigation on lead in drinking water. They found, “nearly 2,000 water systems spanning all 50 states where testing has shown excessive levels of lead contamination. The network’s analysis of U.S, Environmental... Read More.

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE DISTRICT 19 ISSUES SAFETY WARNING AHEAD OF UPCOMING PROM AND GRADUATION SEASON

Thursday, April 28 by Jc Tinsley

CARMI, IL – Illinois State Police (ISP) District 19 officials are reminding young drivers to think responsibly as they celebrate during the upcoming prom and graduation season. Our primary safety message is in the word PROM which asks teens to “Please Return On Monday.”During... Read More.

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ILLINOIS STATE POLICE OFFICERS HONOR THE FALLEN AT ANNUAL ILLINOIS POLICE OFFICERS MEMORIAL CEREMONY

Righter: Democrat school funding proposal harmful to downstate

Shimkus Statement on Dynergy Shutdown of Baldwin & Newton Power Stations

Gov. Rauner Urges Illinois to “Start Seeing Motorcycles”

Shimkus Announces 2016 Congressional Art Competition Winner, Runners-Up

Phelps Stops By Schools to Urge Increased Funding for Southern Illinois Public Education

Illinois Treasurer Frerichs Convinces Radio Shack To Surrender Uncashed Rebates Worth $140,000

USDA Establishes New Partnerships to Link Underserved Farmers to FSA Programs

Water Quality Association Offers Facts and Tips about Treatment for Lead Contamination

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE DISTRICT 19 ISSUES SAFETY WARNING AHEAD OF UPCOMING PROM AND GRADUATION SEASON

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