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Friday, September 1, 2023
Rep. Severin Thanks Pork Farmers and Producers on International Bacon Day

BENTON – State Rep. Dave Severin is reminding his constituents that today is International Bacon Day! Rep. Severin says whether you like your bacon soft, crispy or even a little…


Friday, September 1, 2023
Rep. Severin: Consider Donating on National Food Bank Day

BENTON – State Rep. Dave Severin is encouraging residents that are able to give donations to food pantries and food banks in the region to do so in honor of…


Thursday, August 31, 2023
The Caucus Blog – Pop or Soda? Illinois Home to Great Soft Drinks

History of soft drinks produced in Illinois Whether you call it soda or pop, Illinois boasts a number of unique soft drinks. The most popular of those brands include Green…


Thursday, August 31, 2023
Severin Notes International Overdose Awareness Day

Synthetic opioids, including fentanyl, are now the most common drugs involved in drug overdose deaths in the United States. In Illinois, we are fighting this dangerous epidemic by raising awareness…


Wednesday, August 30, 2023
Rep. Severin Notes National Grief Awareness Day

Each individual experiences and expresses grief differently. The process of grieving in response to a significant loss requires time, patience, courage, and support. While everyone grieves differently, here are a…


Tuesday, August 29, 2023
The Caucus Blog – Illinois Schools Use Unique Mascot Names

Illinois is Home to Unique Mascot Names High school sports are a staple of life in Illinois, providing thousands of children and teenagers the opportunities to compete, learn life lessons,…


Saturday, August 26, 2023
It’s Constitution Day!

On this day in 1818, the Illinois Constitutional Convention adopted the first State Constitution and selected Kaskaskia as the first state capital. Happy Constitution Day, Illinois!


Friday, August 25, 2023
The Caucus Blog – Wildfire Safety and Controlled Burns

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…


Friday, August 25, 2023
Friday Night Lights Returns – The Caucus Blog

Friday Night Lights a tradition for many Illinois hometowns The origins of high school football in Illinois date back to the 1880s. Some of the state’s most tradition-rich programs originated before 1900,…


Thursday, August 24, 2023
Severin: Mapes Conviction Underscores Need for Ethics and Corruption Reforms

BENTON – Former Mike Madigan Chief of Staff Tim Mapes was found guilty of perjury and obstruction of justice on Thursday afternoon. The latest in a series of high profile…