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Carmi Rotary gets visit from District Governor David Matthews

Friday, September 16 by Jc Tinsley

At Thursday’s Rotary meeting, President JR Hubele introduced Sheryl Woodham, executive director of the Guardian Center. Sheryl then proceeded to introduce Rotary District 6510 Governor David Matthews and his wife Marilyn.David was born and raised near Fairfield. David received his M.S. in Educational psychology... Read More.

Governor Celebrates Grand Opening of New Mt. Vernon Township High School

Monday, August 22 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner joined state and local leaders at the ribbon cutting of the new Mt. Vernon Township High School to officially open the building for students.“Today a community's dream for its students becomes a reality,” Governor Rauner said. “Education is the most... Read More.

Test your Ag IQ at the Lt. Governor Tent

Friday, August 19 by Jc Tinsley

SPRINGFIELD, IL. - Do you know where your food comes from? Do you want to learn more about how the food you eat gets from the farm to your plate? Stop by the Illinois Department of Agriculture table inside the Lieutenant Governor's tent to... Read More.

Governor Rauner: Gabby’s Law will Save Lives

Thursday, August 18 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today, at a press conference at Presence Covenant Medical Center in Urbana, signed Senate Bill 2403, known as Gabby’s Law, to require Illinois hospitals to be better prepared to recognize and treat patients with sepsis or septic shock.The legislation is named... Read More.

Governor Applauds Launch of State Fair Foundation

Wednesday, August 17 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today, on Agricultural Day at the Illinois State Fair, applauded the launch of a new not-for-profit, Illinois Fairgrounds Foundation, to emphasize capital improvements at the Springfield and Du Quoin fairgrounds.“The State Fair is the best place for Illinois to show off... Read More.

Governor Rauner Signs Legislation to Expand Driver’s License Designation for Veterans

Friday, July 15 by Jc Tinsley

At the 98th Annual American Legion Department of Illinois Convention in Springfield today, Governor Bruce Rauner signed Senate Bill 2173 to allow National Guard members and reservists to obtain the veteran identifier on their Illinois driver's license. “Some National Guard members and reservists were concerned... Read More.

Governor Announces Selections to Illinois School Funding Reform Commission

Wednesday, July 13 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today announced his five selections to the Illinois School Funding Reform Commission. In addition, Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) Chairman Rev. James Meeks will act as the liaison between the Commission and ISBE. Governor’s Appointees · Beth Purvis, Secretary of Education (Commission... Read More.

Phelps Calls on Governor Rauner to Take A Break from Campaigning, Sign Bill to Provide Emergency Relief for Southern Illinois’ Most Vulnerable Residents

Friday, June 10 by Jc Tinsley

As many area agencies in Southern Illinois continue to cut services and are forced to close their doors on vulnerable residents like senior citizens, children with disabilities, and victims of rape, state Representative Brandon Phelps, D-Harrisburg, is calling on Governor Rauner Wednesday to sign... Read More.

Sen. Righter on lack of state budget sent to Governor

Wednesday, June 1 by Jc Tinsley

“Democrats allowing the spring legislative session to end without a balanced state budget is beyond irresponsible. They appear completely content with taking our state into a financial black hole.“Social service providers, students, schools, the vulnerable, countless organizations, and taxpayers are continuing to be held... Read More.