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Friday, September 13, 2024
An Architect’s Vision Delayed

Anyone who has visited the Illinois State Capitol in the past couple of years has noticed a lot of construction. The north wing of the Capitol is currently in the…


Wednesday, September 11, 2024
Honoring & Remembering the Lives Lost on 9/11

23 years ago, on a September morning that seemed like any other, America was forever changed. It’s a day etched into the collective memory of all of us, a day…


Tuesday, September 10, 2024
Did You Get Your Kicks on Route 66?

Route 66 was an iconic highway that captured the imagination of the American traveler and made for the quintessential road trip.  U.S. Highway 66 operated as a federal highway from…


Monday, September 9, 2024
Wildfire Safety and Controlled Burns in Illinois

Periods of warm, dry, and windy weather can lead to the dangers of wildfires burning in Illinois. The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) urges Illinois residents to become more…


Sunday, September 8, 2024
988 Day – Raise Awareness for Mental Health Support

988 Day is dedicated to raising awareness of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and mental health support. The 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support to people in suicidal crisis…


Thursday, September 5, 2024
IL Fire Marshal Accepting Applications for Small Equipment Grants; Hosting Info Meetings

The Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) is now accepting applications for the Small Equipment Grant Program. Grants of up to $26,000 are being provided for the purchase of…


Wednesday, September 4, 2024
Rep. Keicher, Local Legislators Host Roundtable with Police and Fire Safety Leaders

Last week, the offices of House Republican Conference Chair Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore), State Senator Donald DeWitte (R-St. Charles), State Senator Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley), and State Representative Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva)…


Tuesday, September 3, 2024
Taking Action to Address Professional Licensure Delays

In August of last year, House Republicans were fielding calls from doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals fearful that they would lose their jobs due to continued delays at the Illinois…


Monday, September 2, 2024
Celebrating the American Worker

For many Americans, Labor Day marks the end of summer, a time for parades, picnics, events and store sales. But Labor Day is rooted in much more. The holiday was instituted…


Thursday, August 29, 2024
Keicher’s Community Corners: CASA Kane County

For this episode of ‘Keicher’s Community Corners’, Rep. Keicher speaks with Jim Di Ciaula, Executive Director of CASA Kane County. CASA stands for Court Appointed Special Advocates. CASA Kane County…