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Wednesday, August 7, 2024
Rep. Severin Honors Purple Heart Recipients on Purple Heart Day

On Purple Heart Day, we recognize the courage, resilience, and sacrifice of all Purple Heart recipients. Their bravery serves as a beacon of resilience and unity for us all. 


Wednesday, August 7, 2024
Rep. Severin Hosts First Annual Summer Reading Club Night at the Mt. Vernon Aquatic Zoo

Mt. Vernon, IL – State Representative Dave Severin recently hosted dozens of 116th district first through fourth grade students for a special night of celebration at the Mt. Vernon Aquatic…


Friday, August 2, 2024
Rep. Severin Reminds Motorists of Upcoming I-57 Ramp Closures

BENTON, IL – State Representative Dave Severin is reminding motorists that plan to travel on Interstate 57 in Franklin County in the coming month of the closures of ramps in…


Thursday, August 1, 2024
Rep. Severin Celebrates Illinois Sweet Corn Day!

Today is Illinois Sweet Corn Day! Sweet corn is the state vegetable. Enjoy some Illinois sweet corn today!


Tuesday, July 30, 2024
Rep. Severin and Senator Bryant Host Successful Mt. Vernon Senior Fair

MT. VERNON, IL – State Representative Dave Severin and State Senator Terri Bryant recently hosted a successful senior citizens health and wellness fair. Rep. Severin says he is grateful to…


Thursday, July 25, 2024
Severin: July 25 is Hire a Veteran Day

July 25th is Hire a Veteran Day. This day reminds employers to consider the brave men and women who have served our nation to fill their open positions.


Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Rep. Severin to Host Aquatic Zoo Night for Summer Reading Program Members

MT. VERNON, IL – State Representative Dave Severin will host a special night of celebration for the members of his “Oceans of Possibility” 2024 Summer Reading Club on Tuesday, August…


Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Rep. Severin and Senator Bryant to Host Free Mt. Vernon Senior Fair

MT. VERNON – State Senator Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro) and State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) will host a free senior citizens health and wellness fair in Mt. Vernon on Monday, July…


Tuesday, July 23, 2024
Severin Legislation Cutting Red Tape for Cosmetology Profession Signed into Law

SPRINGFIELD, IL – State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) is reporting that legislation he sponsored during the spring Session of the Illinois House of Representatives that will cut red tape for…


Monday, July 22, 2024
Legislation Allowing Transfer of West Frankfort Armory Property to City Becomes Law

Legislation Allowing Transfer of West Frankfort Armory Property to City Becomes Law SPRINGFIELD, IL – A new law facilitating the transfer of the West Frankfort Armory property to the city…