Carbondale Reporter

Terri Bryant, a Republican serving as Illinois State Senator for the 58th District since 2021, has recently posted several updates on her official X (formerly Twitter) account regarding community events and concerns in southern Illinois.

On November 14, 2025, Bryant wrote about participating in Veterans Day activities: "Veterans Day is very special day to celebrate our brave men and women who serve in or who have served in our armed services. Rick and I were honored to participate in the Waltonville, IL parade and then I spoke at Cedarhurst Assisted living in Waterloo, IL. Such a great honor!"

Later that evening, she reported visiting Chester to observe progress on local infrastructure: "Made a visit to Chester tonight to check on the progress of the new bridge and grab a bite to eat at the St. Nicholas. Can’t wait for the bridge opening. It’s beautiful." This post highlighted anticipation surrounding the completion of a new bridge project in Chester.

On November 15, Bryant addressed an incident involving inmate safety at Pinckneyville Correctional Center: "Drug Exposure at Pinckneyville CC involving 6 inmates today. Please call IDOC Director LaToya Hughs to ask for an explanation and hold her accountable. IDOC (217) 558-2200 Call Gov. Pritzker and tell him to hold his Director accountable. 312-814-2121 or 312-814-2122"

Bryant was elected to represent Illinois' 58th Senate District after succeeding Paul Schimpf in 2021.