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Wednesday, May 1, 2019
Kaskaskia College Dedicates New Veteran and Military Family Student Center

Kaskaskia College recently dedicated the new Veterans Center just off the main Student Center on the main campus in Centralia. “Thank you to Kaskaskia College President George Evans and the…


Wednesday, May 1, 2019
Congratulations to the Kaskaskia College Blue Devils Basketball Team for a Great Season!

This week the Illinois General Assembly passed House Resolution 319 to honor the KC blue Devils Men’s Basketball Team for their outstanding season. A portion of the resolution reads: WHEREAS,…


Monday, April 29, 2019
College Seniors Helping Senior Citizens on ‘Senior Skip Day’ May 1st

“SERVICE FOR SENIORS BY STUDENTS” This week college students at Greenville University will be participating in a “Senior Skip Day” on Wednesday, May 1st to provide service to senior citizens…


Thursday, April 25, 2019
Rep. Wilhour Reminds Residents About “Prescription Drug Take Back Day”

State Rep. Blaine Wilhour is reminding residents that National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day will be Saturday, April 27, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. National Take-Back Day is a…


Wednesday, April 17, 2019
Centralia Junior High to Receive IDNR Grant for Students to Visit Touch of Nature Center

State Representative Blaine Wilhour reported that the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) has announced that Centralia Junior High is on the list to receive a grant for $1,755 for…


Tuesday, April 16, 2019
Railroad Safety Plan Targets $9.4 Million for 107th District: Road Repairs, Flashing Lights & Gates

State Representative Blaine Wilhour announced today that the Illinois Commerce Commission has identified twenty-six projects around the 107th District to receive funding for the “Crossing Safety Improvement Program.” These projects…


Monday, April 15, 2019
Legal Assistance Resources for the 107th District

We have had inquiries from constituents about who to contact for legal help. State offices may not make referrals to specific attorneys but through a state appropriation to the Illinois…


Monday, April 15, 2019
Kaskaskia College Greenville Education Center Hosting Open House April 16

The Kaskaskia College Greenville Education Center is hosting an open house on Tuesday, April 16th from 4 to 7 pm, at 209 N. Third Street.  The public is welcome to this…


Friday, April 12, 2019
Effingham High School History Club Visits the Capitol and Illinois State Museum

The History Club from Effingham High School visited the Capitol today. They visited the State Museum and were able to explore around the Capitol Complex. Thank you to Gabrielle Durbin…


Wednesday, April 10, 2019
NO “Blank Check” for Gov. Pritzker’s Tax Scheme!

The Democrats’ proposal unveiled yesterday is exactly what Republicans have been saying it would be – no protections for middle-income families and businesses and a blank check for Democrats. “I…