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Thursday, January 18, 2024
IL Dept. on Aging Accepting Nominations for Senior Illinoisans Hall of Fame Class of 2024

Do you know an outstanding older adult who deserves recognition for their achievements and contributions? Nominate them for the Senior Illinoisans Hall of Fame Class of 2024! According to the…


Monday, January 15, 2024
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Martin Luther King Jr. Day honors the legacy of Dr. King’s nonviolent campaign to end racial discrimination in state and federal law. Today, let us remember the words and work…


Thursday, January 11, 2024
Illinois Agricultural Association Foundation Scholarship Applications Accepted Through Feb. 15, 2024

The IAA Foundation provides college scholarships to Illinois Farm Families, Illinois Farm Bureau members, spouses, or their children who major in agriculture, agribusiness, or an ag-related course of study. Applications…


Thursday, January 11, 2024
Township Officials of Illinois Scholarship Applications Now Being Accepted

BENTON – State Rep. Dave Severin is notifying constituents of the 116th legislative district that the 2024 Scholarship Application offered by The Township Officials of Illinois is now available for…


Thursday, January 11, 2024
The Caucus Blog – House Returns to Action on January 16 – How can you engage?

How Citizens Can Engage with the Legislature in Springfield Starting this month, the Illinois General Assembly will return to session, with a scheduled conclusion in May. During session, legislators spend…


Wednesday, January 10, 2024
The Caucus Blog – Winter Energy Savings Tips

The Caucus Blog offers helpful tips on how to save money on energy costs this winter. Tips on Saving Energy This Winter Season The colder months often bring higher energy bills for…


Tuesday, January 9, 2024
Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

Rep. Severin stopped by the Franklin County Jail this morning to say a big THANK YOU to our law enforcement officials on Law Enforcement Appreciation Day! Thank you to all…


Friday, January 5, 2024
Happy National Bird Day!

Happy National Bird Day! Join fellow avian admirers by celebrating this day through activities such as bird watching. It is also a reminder of the endangered bird species across the…


Thursday, January 4, 2024
Rep. Severin – Give Blood on National Donor Month

Donating blood is a quick and easy way to help save the lives of others. Blood banks in Illinois are all facing critical shortages which can have devastating consequences on…


Wednesday, January 3, 2024
The Caucus Blog – Keeping your New Year’s Resolutions!

Tips For Keeping Those New Year’s Resolutions A New Year’s resolution is a yearly tradition in which a person resolves to continue good practices, change an undesired trait or behavior, accomplish a…