State News

Pro-Life and Pro-Family groups endorse Reis

Monday, March 7 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois’ leading pro-life and pro-family groups have announced their sole endorsements of David Reis for his re-election as State Representative of the 109th District.Those organizations endorsing Representative Reis are the Illinois Federation for Right to Life (IFRL), Illinois Citizens for Life, and the Illinois... Read More.

Shimkus Accepting Entries for Annual High School Art Contest

Monday, March 7 by Jc Tinsley

Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) is now accepting entries for the 2016 Congressional Art Competition. The contest is open to high school students in the 15th Congressional District. Entries are due by April 15.“This is an annual competition that we are pleased to participate... Read More.

LOCAL MAYORS ENDORSE SHIMKUS FOR CONGRESS

Monday, March 7 by Jc Tinsley

As he seeks re-election to Congress this year, John Shimkus has been endorsed by a number of mayors, who understand that service, representation, and reputation are important in fellow elected officials.The three district-wide co-chairs acknowledge that mayors are elected in non-partisan campaigns, but... Read More.

Phelps Leads Bi-partisan Effort to Reopen Hardin County Work Camp

Wednesday, March 2 by Jc Tinsley

SPIRNGFIELD, Ill. – The Hardin County Work Camp is one step closer to reopening after state Rep. Brandon Phelps, D-Harrisburg, passed legislation out of the House of Representatives Tuesday requiring that the camp remain open.“The Hardin County Work Camp is so vital to Southern... Read More.

Righter opposes legislation that neglects funding for EIU, other universities

Wednesday, March 2 by Jc Tinsley

Springfield, IL – Calling it “more political games,” State Sen. Dale Righter (R-Mattoon) voted against Senate Bill 2043, a measure that leaves out state funding for four-year universities.“This legislation is not the right thing to do,” Righter said. “We have an opportunity to do... Read More.

Righter: The time is now to fully fund our schools

Wednesday, March 2 by Jc Tinsley

Springfield, IL – A vocal proponent of fully funding the Foundation Level for public grade schools and high schools, State Sen. Dale Righter (R-Mattoon) says it is refreshing to have Gov. Rauner support the effort as well. The Governor called for fully funding the... Read More.

Girl Scouts Celebrate 104th Anniversary, March 6-12

Tuesday, March 1 by Jc Tinsley

Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois will join nearly 3 million Girl Scouts throughout America in celebrating the 104th Anniversary of Girl Scouting March 6-12.Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois will celebrate the 104th anniversary by participating in a variety of local activities and events. Girl... Read More.

Shimkus Backs Pro-Gun Measures

Tuesday, March 1 by Jc Tinsley

WASHINGTON – Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15), who holds a lifetime A rating from the National Rifle Association, voted today for several legislative measures to support and defend Americans’ 2nd Amendment rights.“Too often the federal government gets involved in our lives in ways it... Read More.

Shimkus Votes to End Operation Choke Point, Protect Legal Gun and Ammo Sellers

Thursday, February 11 by Jc Tinsley

Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) today voted to end Operation Choke Point, an Obama Administration scheme to coerce banks and other financial institutions into cutting off relationships with legal businesses the administration dislikes.“While a wide range of industries have been affected, law abiding gun... Read More.

Phelps Bill to Reopen Hardin Work Camp Advances in Springfield

Thursday, February 11 by Jc Tinsley

Legislation sponsored by state Rep. Brandon Phelps, D-Harrisburg, that would reopen the Hardin County Work Camp that was closed by Governor Bruce Rauner, is one step closer to becoming law after advancing through the Appropriations-Public Safety Committee this week in Springfield. “The governor recently admitted... Read More.