Thank you to all who have stepped up to help with the blood supply! Here are the next times and locations you can donate. You are asked to call first…

State Rep. Blaine Wilhour is reminding residents that the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) closed state parks, fish and wildlife areas, recreational areas and historic sites effective March 15,…

Congress approved and the President has signed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES) today. The $2.2 trillion economic rescue package provides help for families, small business, hospitals,…

 Work with Local Governments to Apply for Help State Rep. Blaine Wilhour (R-Beecher City) is advising the small businesses in his downstate area to consider applying for a ‘Downstate Small…

The governor announced today that the State of Illinois is extending the deadline to file state income taxes to coincide with the new federal deadline of July 15, 2020. “I…

The top issue we are receiving calls and emails about in the district office at this time are concerning how to apply for unemployment benefits during the COVID-19 emergency. With…

The state treasurer’s office announced it will make up to $250 million available to Illinois banks and credit unions that wish to participate in an impact investment loan program. The…

The Office of Early Childhood Development, in partnership with the Department of Human Services (IDHS) and Department of Children and Family Services (IDCFS), has established a structure and system for child…

State Rep. Blaine Wilhour (R-Beecher City) is encouraging people to donate blood if they are healthy. Through the American Red Cross, there are two types of donations that can be…