Republican Lawmakers Call for Hearings into New Reports of Abuse and Neglect at Illinois Group Homes and Developmentally Disabled Facilities SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro), State Representative Charlie Meier…

Who: State Senator Terri Bryant (Murphysburo), and State Representatives Charlie Meier (Okawville) and Dave Severin (Benton) What: With the Department of Human Services’ continued failure to protect developmentally disabled persons…

MT. VERNON – State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) toured the Amy C. Schultz Center in Mount Vernon last week. The Amy Schulz Child Advocacy Center, Inc. was founded in 1990…

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FENTANYL How much fentanyl crosses our southern border?  One of the most dangerous and deadly drugs pervading our nation currently is fentanyl. The flow of this powerful drug coming into…

The Illinois Commerce Commission has approved the implementation of the new area code 730 to overlay the existing area code 618 region starting tomorrow. You can learn more about the new…

On this day in 1915, Illinois adopted its first state flag. This flag depicted the emblem shown on the state seal on a field of white. In 1970, official design…

Keeping Your Pets Safe in the Summer Heat It’s summertime in Illinois, and that means everyone has to be aware of the high heat and humidity that can be common…

This month we are celebrating the small and local businesses that drive growth in our communities. Independent retailers keep our local economies strong while creating opportunities for our families, friends,…

BENTON – State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) is urging residents to use care and caution when operating barbecue grills ahead of the upcoming Fourth of July Weekend. “We’re urging people…