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Thursday, June 11, 2026
North Clay FFA’s Haven Cash is Elected to State FFA Leadership Team!

“Congratulations to Haven Cash of the North Clay FFA Chapter on her selection to the Leadership Team of the Illinois FFA for 2026-7,” said Rep. Blaine Wilhour. “Individual hard work…


Monday, June 8, 2026
Wilhour’s Fishing Derby for Kids Set for Saturday June 13th at Carlyle Lake

Louisville, IL – State Representative Blaine Wilhour (R-Beecher City) will host his 4th Annual Kids Fishing Derby on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Willow Pond, located next to the visitor…


Friday, June 5, 2026
Wilhour Speaks to Fayette County Chamber’s “Lunch & Learn” in Vandalia

State Rep. Blaine Wilhour provided an end of session update at the “Lunch & Learn” event on Wednesday for the Fayette County Chamber of Commerce. “Thank you for the opportunity…


Friday, May 29, 2026
Wilhour: Traveling Office Hours Set for June in 110th District

“My legislative staff will be available to meet with constituents and help with questions or concerns about state programs or policies,” said Rep. Wilhour. “You can schedule a specific time…


Thursday, May 28, 2026
Rep. Wihour and Rep. Niemerg Pass Legislation to Honor Fallen Military Members from Effingham

Springfield, IL… State Representative Adam Niemerg (R-Dieterich) and State Representative Blaine Wilhour (R-Beecher City) passed Senate Joint Resolution 61 and Senate Joint Resolution 62 to name two overpasses in Effingham…


Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Rep. Wilhour: US Navy Petty Officer First Class Sean Hubble Memorialized at State Capitol

Friday, May 22, 2026
Rep. Wilhour: Intermountain Electronics’ Expansion in Centralia

Company will add manufacturing capacity and dozens of new jobs to region This week Intermountain Electronics in Centralia announced the company will invest more than $15 million to expand their…


Wednesday, May 20, 2026
St. Elmo Graduate Serves as House Page for Rep. Wilhour

State Rep. Blaine Wilhour welcomed Hannah Neeley from his hometown of St. Elmo today to serve as his Page-for-A-Day in the Illinois House of Representatives. Hannah plans to go to…


Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Rep. Wilhour Meets with Clay County Hospital President at State Capitol

State Rep. Blaine Wilhour met with Bob Sellers, President of the Clay County Hospital today while in Springfield during legislative session. “We had a very good meeting about the importance…


Monday, May 4, 2026
Traveling Office Hours Announced for May in 110th District

Rep. Blaine Wilhour announced his May schedule for his Traveling Office Hours. “You may schedule a specific time or just drop by to receive help from my legislative staff,” said…