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U.S. Rep. Mike Bost: 'Can't wait to work together to serve the needs of America's veterans'

U.S. Representative Mike Bost discussed a recent appointment by President Donald Trump in a Facebook post dated November 14.

By Carbondale Reporter | Nov 16, 2024

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State Sen. Dale Fowler: 'The Illinois General Assembly’s annual Fall Veto Session is approaching'

State Senator Dale Fowler highlighted the upcoming veto session in a Facebook post dated November 5, stating, "While traditionally focused on addressing legislation vetoed by the Governor, this year there are no vetoes on the agenda."

By Carbondale Reporter | Nov 6, 2024

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State Rep. Paul Jacobs: 'Here's a look at some of the findings from the Illinois State Board of Education's 2024 Report Card'

By Carbondale Reporter | Nov 4, 2024

State Representative Paul Jacobs shared information on the 2024 school report cards in an October 31 Facebook post, stating, "Here's a look at some of the findings from the Illinois State Board of Education's 2024 Report Card for Illinois schools."

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State Rep. Paul Jacobs: 'Are you registered to vote in Illinois?'

By Carbondale Reporter | Oct 30, 2024

State Representative Charlie Meier recently utilized social media to inform the public about voter registration in Illinois.

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U.S. Rep Mike Bost: 'It's clear that changes must be made to make sure something like this never happens again'

By Carbondale Reporter | Oct 29, 2024

U.S. Representative Mike Bost discussed a task force report in an October 21 Facebook post, stating, "The deeply concerning findings point to serious security failures by the Secret Service, including bad planning, poor coordination with local law...

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State Rep.Paul Jacobs: 'Illinois House Republicans are working hard to ensure that Illinois prioritizes the needs of its citizens'

By Carbondale Reporter | Oct 27, 2024

State Representative Paul Jacobs commented on the actions of California government officials toward immigrants in an October 24 Facebook post, stating, "Illinois House Republicans are working hard to ensure that Illinois prioritizes the needs of...

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Congressman Mike Bost: 'Especially in rural areas like Southern Illinois, access to health care is vitally importantt'

By Carbondale Reporter | Oct 15, 2024

U.S. Representative Mike Bost recently discussed an award he received, expressing his commitment to veterans' welfare. "I’m proud to fight for our veterans to make sure they get the care they deserve," he said in an October 11 Facebook post.

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State Representative Paul Jacobs: 'The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is available for income qualified households'

By Carbondale Reporter | Oct 8, 2024

State Representative Paul Jacobs shared information about utility payment assistance in an October 2 Facebook post. He said, "This energy bill assistance program can assist with natural gas, propane, electricity bills and furnace assistance."

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Congressman Mike Bost: 'My prayers are with the people of Israel as the country faces a barrage of Iranian missiles'

By Carbondale Reporter | Oct 2, 2024

Congressman Mike Bost addressed the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, stating, "Israel has faced deadly threats from Iran, from Hezbollah militants in Lebanon, and from Hamas terrorists in Gaza for years," in an October 1 Facebook post.

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U.S. Rep. Mike Bost: 'The State Department has launched an Online Passport Renewal system'

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 27, 2024

Congressman Mike Bost shared information about the new online passport renewal option, saying, "It's a secure, straightforward system that streamlines the whole process," in a Sept. 22 Facebook post.

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Senator Dale Fowler: 'We gathered at Giant City State Park to celebrate the groundbreaking of enclosed arena at Giant City Stables'

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 21, 2024

Sen. Dale Fowler celebrated the start of a construction project in Giant City, stating, "The enclosed facility is expected to significantly improve Giant City riders’ experience," in a Sept. 16 Facebook post.

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State Representative Paul Jacobs: 'We must stand united against political violence in our nation'

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 17, 2024

State Representative Paul Jacobs reflected on the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, expressing gratitude towards the Secret Service agents and law enforcement officers involved. "Thank you to the Secret Service agents and law enforcement officers who thwarted the attempt on former President Trump's life this weekend," Jacobs said in a Facebook post dated September 16.

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State Representative Paul Jacobs: 'Illinois landowners, hunters, and wildlife watchers are encouraged to keep an eye out for deer'

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 10, 2024

State Representative Paul Jacobs has issued a warning to landowners and hunters to remain vigilant for signs of Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease (EHD) in deer this fall. In a Facebook post dated September 7, Jacobs urged individuals "to keep an eye out for deer with signs of Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease (EHD)."

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State Representative Paul Jacobs: Instead of helping businesses thrive, Democrats heap on the regulations'

By Carbondale Reporter | Sep 6, 2024

State Representative Paul Jacobs commented on a new law that will prevent hotels from stocking rooms with single-use toiletries, saying, "Illinois businesses, especially in the hospitality industry, are still struggling to recover from pandemic losses," in a Sept. 4 Facebook post.

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U.S. Rep. Mike Bost: 'American-made steel forms the backbone of our economy'

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 12, 2024

US Representative Mike Bost discussed the importance of American-made steel and the measures needed to counteract adversaries like China, who he claims "continue to dump steel into our country at far below market value." He made this statement in a July 11 Facebook post.

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Sen. Dale Fowler: 'What a great day for Southern Illinois'

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 12, 2024

Senator Dale Fowler celebrated the commencement of Dolly Parton's "Imagination Library" free book program in Southern Illinois, stating, "launch parties were being held all over the region." He made this announcement in a June 9 Facebook post.

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U.S. Rep. Mike Bost: 'Today marks the second anniversary of the Supreme Court’s monumental Dobbs decision, empowering states to protect lives of the unborn. '

By Carbondale Reporter | Jun 27, 2024

U.S. Representative Mike Bost shared his thoughts in honor of the second anniversary of the Supreme Court's decision in the Dobbs case, stating, "since then, more than 200,000 children a year have been saved." Bost made this statement in a June 24 Facebook post.

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llinois State House District 118 candidate: 'Illinoisans already pay the highest effective tax rates in the nation and Democrats continue to ask for more'

By Carbondale Reporter | Jun 15, 2024

Illinois State House District 118 candidate Paul Jacobs stated, "Illinoisans already pay the highest effective tax rates in the nation and Democrats continue to ask for more." He made this statement in a June 11 Facebook post.

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Senator Dale Fowler: 'June is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month'

By Carbondale Reporter | Jun 14, 2024

Illinois State Senate District 59, said Senator Dale Fowler stated, "June is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness and support for those affected by Alzheimer's Disease." He made this statement in a June 13 Facebook post.

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Illinois 12th Congressional District candidate: 'Biden has said for months that he doesn’t have the authority to address the border crisis'

By Carbondale Reporter | Jun 5, 2024

Illinois 12th Congressional District candidate Mike Bost commented on President Joe Biden's recent actions regarding the border crisis. "Biden has said for months that he doesn’t have the authority to address the border crisis," Bost stated. He added, "Now Biden’s looking at bad poll numbers and an election approaching, and he’s suddenly found the authority to act."