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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…


Wednesday, April 10, 2019
Rep. Wilhour Passes Bill Out of House: Deputy Fire Chiefs Permitted to Use Emergency Lights

State Representative Blaine Wilhour announced today that his legislation House Bill 1876 unanimously passed out of the Transportation: Vehicle Safety Committee today and recommended be adopted by the full House….


Wednesday, April 10, 2019
Illinois Women Visit Springfield for Leadership Recognition

State Representative Blaine Wilhour nominated two women from his area to participate in a women’s program that honored the contributions of emerging female leaders from around the state. Melanie Purcell…


Wednesday, April 10, 2019
Rep. Wilhour Still Opposed to Gov. Pritzker’s Tax Hike!

Stop asking families and businesses for a “blank check” for more taxes! Today the Governor’s tax language gets its hearing in the Senate. I encourage everyone to register their opinion…


Monday, April 8, 2019
Legislators Help Women Return to Education: April 30 Deadline to Apply for $2,500 Scholarships

State Representative Blaine Wilhour (R-Beecher City), announced that the Conference of Women Legislators (COWL), a bipartisan, bicameral, nonprofit organization of women legislators in the Illinois General Assembly, has announced the…


Friday, April 5, 2019
KC Veterans Club Members Travel to State Capitol

Thank you to Jody Roper and Dennis “Alex” Pracht for visiting the Capitol this week from Kaskaskia College (KC). They are members of the KC Veterans Club. I appreciate Ms….


Monday, April 1, 2019
Your Vote is Your Voice! — Tuesday, April 2, 2019

Please remember that your right to vote is precious and has been secured by those who have fought and defended that right. Do not miss your opportunity to be heard…