Join me in celebrating Small Business Saturday. Small Businesses are the backbone of local economies. For Small Business Saturday on November 25th, be sure to shop local and support the…

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Enjoy the day watching football, loving your family, and laughing with friends! Please don’t forget to give a special shout out to the men and women working…

Illinois: A Great Place for Specialty Crops Did you know that Illinois is not just about corn and soybeans? Our state’s soil and weather are perfect for growing many foods,…

Busy Friday and Saturday. I toured Home Depot and Hennig in Machesney Park on Friday. Home Depot gave me a hand painted apron that is awesome! Hennig is simply an…

On November 19, 1863, a dedication ceremony was held for the new Gettysburg Soldiers’ National Cemetery. The keynote speaker was Edward Everett, a famed orator who had served as a U.S….

The following statement was released by State Representative John M. Cabello. MACHESNEY PARK, IL – Today’s press conference by Governor JB Pritzker shed light on a critical issue facing our…

What is Type 2 Diabetes? Type 2 diabetes is a chronic condition that affects the way the body processes blood sugar (glucose). It’s the most common type of diabetes, making…

This Veterans Day, let’s celebrate the heroes among us who have stood guard for our liberty. Their strength and resilience inspire us every day. To every veteran who has served…

On this day in 1775, the Second Continental Congress established the Marine Corps. 248 years later we honor the dedication and sacrifice of all who have served in the United…

Illinois Joining Forces is bringing a new initiative to our veterans as Veterans Day and the holiday season approach. It’s called Operation Connect-A-Vet, and it’s part of the bigger Operation…