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Tuesday, April 25, 2023
Rep. Severin Attends “Ag in the Classroom” Events at Local Elementary Schools

BENTON – State Rep. Dave Severin (R-Benton) attended several local elementary schools this week to participate in “Ag in the Classroom” activities. “One of my favorite parts of being a…


Monday, April 24, 2023
House GOP Week in Review

BUDGET House Republicans call for a moratorium, audit of Illinois’ billion-dollar health benefits program for undocumented immigrants.  Illinois House Republican leaders are calling for a moratorium on expansion and a…


Monday, April 24, 2023
Rep. Severin to Host Pro-Life Policy Virtual Legislative Update

SOUTHERN ILLINOIS – State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) is set to host a Pro-Life Policy Virtual Legislative Update on the evening of April 24, 2023. Rep. Severin says legislation pending…


Saturday, April 22, 2023
Earth Day 2023

Earth Day 2023!


Thursday, April 20, 2023
Volunteer Recognition Day

Today we celebrate the selfless individuals who donate their time, energy, and skills in support of great causes across Illinois. Thank you, Volunteers! #VolunteerRecognitionDay


Wednesday, April 19, 2023
Rep. Severin Hosts District Women Leaders in Springfield

SPRINGFIELD – State Rep. Dave Severin (R-Benton) says he was proud to host guests at the Illinois State Capitol today as part of the Illinois House Republicans’ “Emerging Women Leaders”…


Tuesday, April 18, 2023
Work Zone Awareness Week

Bridges and buildings throughout the state are once again turning orange for National Work Zone Awareness Week to honor those who have died in work zones as another construction season…


Monday, April 17, 2023
Rep. Severin Honors Summersville Special Education Teacher with House Resolution

MT. VERNON – State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) joined teachers, administrators, staff, and students for a special assembly on Monday afternoon honoring Summersville Grade School teacher Monica Maxey. Rep. Severin…


Friday, April 14, 2023
National Gardening Day 2023!

It’s National Gardening Day in America!


Tuesday, April 11, 2023
National Safe Digging Month

Planting, building, adding or fixing anything outdoors? Remember to contact JULIE and get your underground utility lines marked before you start digging. It’s a free service that could save you time, costly…