State Senators Laura Fine, Terri Bryant, and Dale Fowler responded Thursday to a news investigation that uncovered abuse caught on camera at Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center in Anna, Illinois.
State Representative Paul Jacobs (R-Pomona) welcomed Anna-Jonesboro High School freshman Elizabeth Hill to the Illinois House Floor on Thursday, May 23. Hill served as a Page for a Day during the legislative session.
State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) announced that he hosted Sesser’s Jesus Center Pastor Kirk Packer to offer the opening prayer prior to the start of the House session on Monday, May 20.
As Memorial Day weekend approaches, marking the unofficial start of the summer boating season, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources and Illinois Conservation Police are emphasizing the importance of safety on the water. They urge individuals to wear life jackets at all times and to operate boats only while sober.
State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) welcomed Benton High School student Parker Johnson to the Illinois House to serve as a Page for a Day during the final scheduled week of the spring legislative session. Parker, a junior at Benton High School and son of Benji and Dawn Johnson, is actively involved in scholar bowl, jazz band, and cross country. He will also be serving as the upcoming Governor of the YMCA’s Youth and Government program.
The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Williamson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 18, according to GasBuddy.com.
Paul Jacobs, a candidate for Illinois State House District 118, has expressed his views on the current gun and magazine ban in Illinois. He stated, "The U.S. Supreme Court is considering whether to take up cases challenging Illinois Democrats’ gun and magazine ban."
During the celebration of EMS Week, Rep. Severin expressed his gratitude to all Emergency Medical Service workers for their invaluable contribution to society. He highlighted their relentless efforts in saving lives and serving communities on a daily basis.
Illinois State Senator Dale Fowler recently urged high school seniors planning to attend college in the fall to pay attention to available financial aid. "High school seniors attending college in the fall, listen up!" said Fowler in a Facebook post where he shared information about student financial aid.
In Williamson County districts, 8,017 white students were enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.
U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) has joined a bipartisan group of 104 U.S. House members in seeking an explanation from President Biden for the delays in delivering weapons and artillery to Israel.
State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) extended a warm welcome to Preacher Justin Odom of Mt. Vernon Church of Christ in Springfield on Thursday, May 16. The preacher was invited to offer the House's opening prayer before the commencement of the legislative session.
U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) has announced the winner of the 2024 Congressional Art Competition. The winning piece, "Life of a Child," was created by Olivia Spour from Teutopolis High School. Her artwork will be displayed in the Cannon Tunnel in the U.S. Capitol for the next year.