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GOP says stop the stopgaps, look at the long term

By Carol Ostrow | Apr 10, 2017

A group of Republican lawmakers took Democrats to task on Thursday for trying to cross a chasm with several small steps.

More Madigan-generated woes expected for Illinois, editorial board says

By Carol Ostrow | Apr 4, 2017

Even as Gov. Bruce Rauner continues to strive toward a potential state budget solution, House Speaker Mike Madigan (D-Chicago) “delays and offers nothing,” the Chicago Tribune recently reported while continuing its coverage of Illinois’ hemorrhaging finances.

Kinzinger comments on canceled health care vote

By Carol Ostrow | Mar 28, 2017

Following the recent decision by U.S. House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-WI) to yank a major House vote on health care from the floor due to insufficient support, U.S. Rep. Adam Kinzinger (R-IL) released an official statement expressing disappointment.

State lawmakers accused of pay raise by committee

By Carol Ostrow | Mar 14, 2017

Illinois lawmakers are using a seemingly surreptitious way to give themselves pay raises: creating new and useless committees for which they are automatically paid an extra $10,326 as chairmen, a Chicago-based think tank is arguing.

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Rauner joins state, local leaders in pledging aid to tornado-ravaged LaSalle County

By Carol Ostrow | Mar 6, 2017

Gov. Bruce Rauner and several state and local officials toured the LaSalle County region to inspect damage from devastating tornadoes that rolled through recently.

Rauner backing tollway effort to boost work force diversity

By Carol Ostrow | Feb 27, 2017

With the expectation of providing “better, broader opportunities” for a wide variety of enterprises and workers, including minorities and women, the Illinois Tollway, together with Gov. Bruce Rauner and other leaders, recently revealed plans to roll out a richer resource base.

LaSalle GOP changes its tune on Trump

By Carol Ostrow | Feb 20, 2017

The LaSalle GOP was ready to abandon ship when Donald Trump was elected U.S. president, but after Trump's recent pillorying of the press, the group is jumping on the bandwagon.

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Welter discusses committee appointments, assorted facts

By Carol Ostrow | Feb 20, 2017

Equally enthusiastic about his recent election to Illinois’ 100th Congress and multiple committee appointments, State Rep. David Welter (R-Morris) recently brought 75th District constituents up to date on his responsibilities and priorities via his website.

Peru's paperwork problems force primary write-ins

By Carol Ostrow | Feb 13, 2017

A communications hiccup in Peru Township has resulted in its two candidates for the position of assessor being forced to run as write-ins on the Feb. 28 election ballot, according to the Illinois Valley’s 'NewsTribune.'

Welter keen on new committee posts

By Carol Ostrow | Feb 13, 2017

Expressing enthusiasm about his appointments to five different committees as the 100th Illinois Congress convenes, State Rep. David Welter (R-Morris) recently brought district denizens up to date on his latest responsibilities via his website.

Rezin: Rauner says Illinois must be competitive to be compassionate

By Carol Ostrow | Feb 13, 2017

Recapping Gov. Bruce Rauner’s State of the State address in Springfield, state Sen. Sue Rezin (R-Morris) recently summarized the governor’s main points, underscoring what she surmised to be an overall positive, realistic tone.

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IVCC-trained nurse pays it forward with scholarships

By Carol Ostrow | Feb 6, 2017

Giving back to her alma mater, IVCC alumna Nicki McVey, along with her husband Doug, recently launched an annual health care scholarship package for the college’s foundation, pledging $5,000 annually with hopes of mentoring students.

Olsen: Rauner speech provides key missing piece

By Carol Ostrow | Jan 30, 2017

State Rep. David Olsen (R-Downers Grove), a relative newcomer on Illinois’ legislative landscape, recently commended Gov. Bruce Rauner for the ethical tone of his State of the State message in Springfield.

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Sheriff's association offers college scholarships

By Carol Ostrow | Jan 23, 2017

Two scholarships are currently available for Illinois-residing students planning full-time college 2017-2018 enrollment, courtesy of the Illinois Sheriffs' Association (ISA), according to the association’s website and local news outlets.

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LaSalle County health officials urge cervical cancer screening

By Carol Ostrow | Jan 22, 2017

The LaSalle County Health Department encourages all women over age 21 to enhance prevention and early detection by obtaining regular screenings from their health care practitioners.

LPHS awards Renaissance honors to Lauer, Tomminello

By Carol Ostrow | Jan 22, 2017

Nominated by students, LaSalle-Peru Township High School District 120 instructor Scott Lauer and staffer Tim Tomminello received the Renaissance Tireless and Staff awards, respectively, in recognition of their outstanding work during the past semester.