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Sunday, June 11, 2023
National Corn on the Cob Day!

Celebrating Illinois’ official state vegetable, Sweet Corn, today for National Corn on the Cob Day! 🌽


Friday, June 9, 2023
House GOP Week in Review

BUDGET Pritzker signs unbalanced FY24 Illinois State Budget.  Earlier this week, Governor JB Pritzker signed the Democrat-crafted budget into law. The more than $50 billion budget is one of the…


Thursday, June 8, 2023
Severin Reminds Residents of ‘Free Fishing Days’ June 16-19

Mark your calendars for Illinois Free Fishing Days taking place June 16-19 this year. Illinois anglers can fish without a license during this time, coinciding with the Father’s Day weekend. It’s a great…


Thursday, June 8, 2023
Severin Responds to Governor’s Signature on FY 24 Budget

BENTON – State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) says he is disappointed that Governor Pritzker has affixed his signature to the FY 24 budget that passed on the last day of…


Tuesday, June 6, 2023
Rep. Severin Marks D-Day, Honors Veterans

79 years ago today, Allied troops stormed the heavily fortified coast of Normandy to liberate Western Europe from the evil, tyranny, and oppression of Nazi control. On this important anniversary…


Monday, June 5, 2023
PTSD Awareness Month

After a traumatic event, it’s normal to think, act, and feel differently than usual—but most people start to feel better after a few weeks or months. Talk to a doctor…


Thursday, June 1, 2023
Bryant, Severin Join Mount Vernon Officials for Manufacturing Jobs Announcement

MT. VERNON – State Senator Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro) and State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) joined officials from the city of Mount Vernon and Jefferson County for an event celebrating the…


Thursday, June 1, 2023
Severin Says Drink Milk for Strong, Healthy Bones on WORLD MILK DAY

Did you know milk’s nutrients are linked to immune health, bone and muscle health, reduced inflammation and reduced risk of chronic diseases? Happy #WorldMilkDay to the dairy farmers and milk…


Wednesday, May 31, 2023
Rep. Severin Marks National Senior Health and Fitness Day

Exercise and physical activity are not only great for your mental and physical health, but they can help keep you independent as you age. Learn how to get started with…


Tuesday, May 30, 2023
World MS Day

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is one of the most common diseases of the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord). Today, 2.8 million people around the world have MS. World MS…