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Thursday, December 7, 2023
Happy Hanukkah From Leader McCombie

Today is the first day of Hanukkah. This important Jewish holiday lasts for eight days and eight nights. House Minority Leader Tony McCombie is wishing a Happy Hanukkah to all…


Wednesday, December 6, 2023
McCombie Recognizes “Illinois Made” Recipients in Genoa & Galena

House Minority Leader Tony McCombie is recognizing area businesses in her 89th District after they were recently inducted into the Illinois Made program, going the ranks of local businesses across…


Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Get in the Holiday Spirit with Christmas Movies Filmed or Set in Illinois

The windy city of Chicago is famous for its sports teams, world-class museums, and vast array of shopping choices. The city remains a popular tourist destination. However, Chicago is also…


Monday, December 4, 2023
IDOT Hiring for Snow Removal

The Illinois Department of Transportation is still in the process of hiring temporary snow removal operators and winter salaried highway maintainers. There is currently a snowplow driver shortage, which means snow…


Sunday, December 3, 2023
Illinois Statehood Day

On this day in 1818, Illinois became the twenty-first state in the Union. Over the next thirty years, the state experienced a transition from an American frontier to a settled…


Saturday, December 2, 2023
Photos: This Week in Illinois

House Minority Tony McCombie held a press conference with former Congresswoman Mayra Flores to discuss the ongoing migrant crisis affecting Illinois. Congresswoman Flores won the special election for Texas’ 34th…


Friday, December 1, 2023
Leader McCombie Discusses Migrant Crisis with Congresswoman Flores

House Minority Leader Tony McCombie met with former Congresswoman Mayra Flores to discuss the ongoing migrant crisis affecting Illinois, which includes a potential supplemental budget. Congresswoman Flores won the special…


Thursday, November 30, 2023
Registration Open: Youth Goose Hunt

Registration is now open for  the Illinois Department of Natural Resources’ annual Central Illinois Youth Goose Hunt on January 15. The event will be held at private waterfowl hunting clubs…


Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Giving Tuesday: McCombie Offers Winter Clothing Drive

This Giving Tuesday, House Minority Leader Tony McCombie is encouraging area residents to give back to those in need. Leader McCombie launched a winter clothing drive, which is a great…


Friday, November 24, 2023
Small Business Saturday

House Minority Leader Tony McCombie is encouraging residents to shop small this weekend! Saturday, November 25, 2023 is Small Business Saturday – a day to celebrate and support small businesses…