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Friday, September 20, 2024
Rep. Wilhour Honors Sacrifice of Service Members

National POW/MIA Recognition Day is a time to honor and remember the courageous men and women who were prisoners of war or remain missing in action. Their sacrifice and bravery…


Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Join Rep. Wilhour in Celebrating Constitution Day and U.S. Citizenship Day

Constitution Day and Citizenship Day marks the anniversary of the adoption of the United States Constitution and honors all who have become U.S. citizens in pursuit of freedom. Today we…


Friday, September 6, 2024
Retiring Flora Police Chief Guye Durre Recognized by Rep. Wilhour

State Rep. Blaine Wilhour presented a special certificate from the


Thursday, September 5, 2024
Wilhour: 100% Record Supporting Small/Mid-size Manufacturers

Thank you to the Technology & Manufacturing Association for the recognition! I appreciate your advocating for these important businesses in our communities that create good jobs for my constituents. You…


Monday, September 2, 2024
SIHF Opens New Facility in Olney to Serve Richland County and Region

Congratulations to the Southern Illinois Healthcare Foundation (SIHF) on the opening of your new facility in Olney!


Friday, August 30, 2024
Wilhour Meets with Seniors at New Facilities in Richland County

State Rep. Blaine Wilhour spent the morning on Thursday touring the new Brookstone Estates senior assisted living facility in Olney and meeting with residents to discuss issues they may have…


Thursday, August 29, 2024
Wilhour Attends Clay County Electric Co-operative Meeting: Reliable/Affordable Energy Top Issue

“Thank you to Matt Conklin, CEO for the Clay County Co-operative, Inc. and the Board of Directors for your hospitality at the annual meeting last week. Access to reliable and…


Tuesday, August 27, 2024
Wilhour Sets Traveling Office Hours for September: New Locations in Vandalia and Centralia

The next traveling office hours hosted by State Representative Blaine Wilhour (R-Beecher City) will be Wednesday, September 4 in the following locations: 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM         Ramsey Village Hall,…


Friday, August 23, 2024
Du Quoin State Fair Begins Its Second Century with “Family Night” Aug. 23rd

The 101st Du Quoin State Fair opens this evening and runs through Labor Day (Sept. 2). Here is the complete list of the 2024 Du Quoin State Fair theme days:…


Tuesday, August 20, 2024
New “Evans Public Library” Dedicated in Vandalia

Congratulations to the community of Vandalia on opening your new public library building on Monday! Please stop by to see this great community asset that you and your whole family…