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Monday, October 30, 2023
Stay Safe on Halloween with these Trick or Treating Safety Tips

Trick or treating safety tips for Halloween: Be Visible: You can put reflective tape or stickers on costumes, shoes, candy bags, strollers, or wagons. Glow sticks and flashlights are another…


Saturday, October 28, 2023
Recognizing National First Responders Day

This National First Responders Day we honor the courage and commitment of our police, fire, EMS, and dispatchers. Thank you to all these heroes who work every day to keep…


Friday, October 27, 2023
Oct. 28 is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

October 28 is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. If you have unused, unwanted, or expired medications sitting around your house, you can safely dispose of them at a Take…


Thursday, October 26, 2023
Rep. Keicher, Sen. Syverson to Host Mobile DMV in Hampshire

Join State Representative Jeff Keicher and State Senator Dave Syverson for a Mobile DMV event on October 31 with the Illinois Secretary of State’s Office. Spaces are limited. To reserve…


Wednesday, October 25, 2023
Rep. Keicher Resolution Raises Awareness for Metastatic Breast Cancer

Speaking on the House floor to raises for Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day through House Resolution 368, State Representative Jeff Keicher said the resolution signifies our commitment as a state…


Friday, October 20, 2023
Cyber Security Awareness Month

Cyber scams are nothing new. Every day, con artists are looking for ways to steal your personal information. Here are 4 simple things you can do to keep yourself cyber…


Thursday, October 19, 2023
Rep. Keicher, Sen. Syverson to Host ‘Coffee Talk’ for Constituents Tomorrow

To assist constituents interested in asking questions or sharing concerns about state issues or legislation, State Representative Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore) and State Senator Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley) are hosting a “Coffee Talk” on October 20. The…


Wednesday, October 18, 2023
Data Centers are Booming Business in Illinois

According to research by Magnum Economics, data center incentives in Illinois have rejuvenated the Chicago-area cloud ecosystem, helping the state attract more than $4.2 billion in new investment. The incentives helped Illinois…


Tuesday, October 17, 2023
Tips for Fire Prevention Month

October is Fire Prevention Month to raise fire safety awareness and help protect homes and families. Here are some home safety tips from the Illinois Fire Safety Alliance: ▶️Install smoke alarms in…


Monday, October 16, 2023
Early Reports Show Prosecutors Have Ongoing Concerns About Elimination of Cash Bail

Illinois became the first state in the country to eliminate cash bail as a condition of pre-trial release on September 18. So far, the results have been mixed and there…