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Friday, June 16, 2023
Last Chance: Spring Photo Contest

This spring, House Minority Leader Tony McCombie launched her third annual Spring Photo Contest. Over the years, the contest has showcased the incredible talent throughout the District and as we…


Friday, June 16, 2023
Free Fishing This Weekend

From June 16-19, residents are able to fish in Illinois lakes and waterways without purchasing a fishing license, salmon or trout stamp. The free fishing weekend comes just in time…


Thursday, June 15, 2023
FY 2024 Early Childhood Block Grants Extended

The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) has extended the deadline for Early Childhood Block Grants, which are aimed at increasing access to preschool in places with critical access gaps….


Wednesday, June 14, 2023
Happy Flag Day!

246 years ago today, Old Glory was adopted as the official flag of our great nation. Since its adoption, the American flag has proudly served as a symbol of freedom…


Tuesday, June 13, 2023
Farm Visit: Hunter Haven Dairy

State Representative Tony McCombie recently spent time meeting with one of the local farm bureau’s in her district and then was able to take a tour of Hunter Haven Dairy…


Monday, June 12, 2023
Emerging Women Leaders in the 89th District

State Representative Tony McCombie recently celebrated local leaders in her district. The event was part of the House Republican’s larger ‘Emerging Women Leaders’ recognition event, which brought female leaders nominated…


Sunday, June 11, 2023
It’s Corn on the Cob Day!

Today is National Corn on the Cob Day! It is an extra special day because Illinois’ official state vegetable is Sweet Corn. Don’t miss an opportunity to celebrate today.


Saturday, June 10, 2023
House Republicans Tour CITGO

House Republican Leader Tony McCombie recently visited and toured the CITGO refinery in Lemont. McCombie joined several members of the House Republican caucus for the event, where they listened to…


Friday, June 9, 2023
IDOT Info Session on Grants Coming to You!

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) will be holding informational conferences across the state to present three grant programs that could help fund your next transportation project. Those three grant programs…


Wednesday, June 7, 2023
Newly Signed Budget Includes Democrat Backed Lawmaker Pay Hike

The Illinois state budget that looks to spend $50.6 billion in the next fiscal year was signed by Governor JB Pritzker today. Included in the spending plan was a pay…