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Illinois state senator: 'Five years ago, Mark Dallas became a hero'

By Illinois Valley Times Report | Jun 8, 2023

State Sen. Win Stoller (R-Peoria) expressed his enthusiasm about the renaming of the street in front of Dixon High School in a Facebook post on May 30, commending a school resource officer for his heroic deed of responding to an active shooter situation.

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Chesney: 'My office is offering a group pass for up to four constituents to gain free entry to many Chicagoland museums and zoos'

By Illinois Valley Times Report | Jun 8, 2023

Illinois State Sen. Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport ) is offering his constituents free group passes to Chicagoland museums and zoos.

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Rep. Spain: 'Democrats passed dozens of their priorities through the House on what was supposed to be the final week of session'

By Illinois Valley Times Report | May 29, 2023

State Rep. Ryan Spain recently took to social media to voice his displeasure with Democratic lawmakers’ actions in the House, saying that they were cherry-picking what was to be passed as the end of the session neared.

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Sen. Chesney touts ' numerous success stories' of Invest in Kids Act

By Illinois Valley Times Report | May 26, 2023

In a social media post this week, State Sen. Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) spotlighted the Invest in Kids Act that provides tax credits to individuals making donations to organizations offering scholarships.

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Stoller on Lee-Ogle Enterprise Zone: 'All of their years of hard work and investment faced the serious threat of being undone'

By Illinois Valley Times Report | May 18, 2023

Illinois State Sen. Win Stoller (R-Germantown Hills) has helped pass legislation that seeks to protect long-term plans and investments in the Lee-Ogle Enterprise Zone from being impacted by potential wind farm developments.

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Rezin: Potential purchase of St. Margaret’s Hospital is ‘a positive step’ to ensure quality health care in Illinois Valley

By Illinois Valley Times Report | May 11, 2023

Sen. Sue Rezin expressed optimism regarding a letter of intent from OFS Healthcare to purchase St. Margaret's Hospital recently closed Peru location.

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Chesney: ‘Yes, you heard this right. Democrats think that females need a prostate exam’

By Illinois Valley Times Report | May 11, 2023

State Sen. Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) is opposing House Bill 2350 as it opens pap smear tests and prostate exams to all insured, regardless of gender.

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Cabello: ‘These brave men and women do everything they can, day in and day out’

By Illinois Valley Times Report | May 11, 2023

State Rep. John M. Cabello (R-Freeport) recently issued a statement honoring fallen law enforcement officers on Police Officers Memorial Day.

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'The Edge Eatery & Drinkatorium was voted as the #1 Dive Bar Road Trip Bar in 2023.' says Rep. Spain

By Illinois Valley Times Report | May 4, 2023

A Rapid City dive bar has been voted the No. 1 road trip bar and also got recognized with a state resolution.

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Chesney: 'Rather than weighing our businesses down with onerous regulations ... we need to support our businesses'

By Illinois Valley Times Report | Apr 26, 2023

In an April 17 Facebook post, Sen. Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) promoted a series of Republican initiatives he says will support businesses in Illinois.

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Rezin: 'It was an honor to be at Northern Illinois University to discuss the importance of improving and investing in our state’s public universities'

By Illinois Valley Times Report | Apr 18, 2023

In an April 5 Facebook post, Sen. Sue Rezin shared her visit to Northern Illinois University.

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Cabello thanks state police for 101 years of 'integrity, service and pride' on Illinois State Trooper Day

By Illinois Valley Times Report | Apr 18, 2023

In an April 1 Facebook post, Illinois state Rep. John Cabello celebrated Illinois State Trooper Day.

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Spain: 'April is National Safe Digging Month ... call or click before you dig'

By Illinois Valley Times Report | Apr 18, 2023

In an April 10 Facebook post, Rep. Ryan Spain shared that it's National Safe Digging Month.

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Illinois' Spain: 'Need to send a text? Pull over and park your car in a safe location'

By Illinois Valley Times Report | Apr 8, 2023

Illinois state Rep. Ryan Spain (R-Peoria) shared tips in a recent Facebook post to avoid distracted driving during Distracted Driving Awareness Month.

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Walsh considers running again for Serena CUSD 2 school board: 'Maybe I’ll give it another run at that point'

By Illinois Valley Times Report | Apr 6, 2023

Candidate James “Jay” Walsh said he would like to make another run for Serena CUSD 2 school board in the future following the April 4 election results.

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Spain: 'Voters should pick their politicians; politicians should not pick their voters'

By Illinois Valley Times Report | Apr 5, 2023

Illinois State Rep. Ryan Spain (R-Peoria) recently spoke out against the problem of gerrymandering in the state and across the nation.

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Chesney makes rounds with constituents: 'Had a great meeting with officials from the City of South Beloit'

By Illinois Valley Times Report | Mar 30, 2023

In a March 1 Facebook post, Illinois state Sen. Andrew Chesney shared his visit to the City of South Beloit.

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Serena School Board candidate Walsh: I sincerely hope that I am elected to begin the process of making a difference'

By Illinois Valley Times Report | Mar 30, 2023

Serena Community Unit School District #2 Board of Education candidate James "Jay" Walsh recently discussed his concerns regarding Gov. J.B. Pritzker's (D) donations to local candidates in an interview with the Illinois Valley Times.

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Chesney: 'Each year as Illinois legislators craft the annual budget, facilities that provide care to our most vulnerable should be near the front of the line for budgetary dollars'

By Illinois Valley Times Report | Mar 23, 2023

In a March 20 Facebook post, Sen. Andrew Chesney spoke for the need to provide proper care for vulnerable individuals.

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Rezin: 'Huge shout out to the Morris Speech Team winning the IHSA Sectional of the third consecutive year!'

By Illinois Valley Times Report | Mar 9, 2023

In a March 3 Facebook post, Sen. Sue Rezin cheered the Morris Speech Team for their win at the IHSA Sectional.