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Monday, June 5, 2023
Career Exploration Workshops Begin June 7 at Kaskaskia College Centers

Kaskaskia College (KC) is providing career exploration and planning opportunities to youth in the KC District this summer for students age 16 to 24. These hands-on workshops will provide career…


Friday, June 2, 2023
Tele-Town Hall Big Success for Wilhour & Niemerg: Nearly 6,500 Constituents Participate

Thank you to everyone who answered the call or called in to join our Legislative Update event Thursday evening! The joint town hall by telephone gave people an opportunity to…


Thursday, June 1, 2023
Thank you to Our Dairy Farmers!

Did you know milk’s nutrients are linked to immune health, bone and muscle health, reduced inflammation and reduced risk of chronic diseases? Happy #WorldMilkDay to the dairy farmers and milk…


Monday, May 29, 2023
Memorial Day 2023

Today we honor and remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. Bless our fallen heroes this Memorial Day and always.


Thursday, May 25, 2023
Reps. Wilhour & Niemerg to Host Tele-Town Hall June 1st

Legislative Update Provided with Constituent Feedback State Representative Blaine Wilhour (R-Beecher City) and State Representative Adam Niemerg (R-Dieterich) will be hosting a joint telephone town hall event on Thursday, June…


Thursday, May 25, 2023
Help Find Missing Children

Every 40 seconds in America, a child goes missing or is abducted. Children who are missing are at great risk of victimization and exploitation. Many do not perceive the inherent…


Monday, May 15, 2023
National Police Week: Thank you, Law Enforcement!

This National Police Week we recognize the bravery of our law enforcement officers and honor them for their dedication to their communities. Thank you to our police officers for working…


Saturday, May 6, 2023
Rep. Wilhour Recognizes 300th Birthday of Illinois National Guard

The official 300th birthday of the Guard will be commemorated May 9 in Kaskaskia, where the very first militia was set up under French auspices in 1723 under the direction…


Monday, April 24, 2023
Rep. Wilhour’s Traveling Office Hours April 26 in Richland County

Constituents who would like to discuss legislation, public policy issues, or receive help with a state agency are encouraged to contact the district office at 618-665-4109 and schedule an appoint…


Wednesday, April 19, 2023
Rep. Wilhour Discusses Education Reform at Town Hall

Rep. Blaine Wilhour, Republican Spokesperson for the Appropriations-Elementary and Secondary Education Committee, and member of the Elementary and Secondary Education: School Curriculum Policies Committee, was asked to speak at the…