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Tuesday, July 5, 2022
The Serve Illinois Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service is looking for Nominations

SPRINGFIELD – The Serve Illinois Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service (Commission) in partnership with the Governor’s Office announces applications for the Governor’s Volunteer Service Award (GVSA) opens July 01,…


Friday, June 24, 2022
Rep. McCombie: SCOTUS Ruling Overturning Roe v. Wade is Correct Decision

STERLING, IL – Early Friday morning, the United States Supreme Court ruled in the landmark case Dobbs v. Jackson, overturning the 1973 ruling of Roe v. Wade. The majority opinion,…


Friday, June 17, 2022
Beat the Summer Heat by Heading to these Cooling Centers

The area is experiencing record high temperatures. You should know that if you spend a few hours each day in air conditioning it can help prevent or reduce heat-related illness….


Wednesday, June 15, 2022
Lighting to shut off on U.S. 30 and 52 Mississippi River bridges June 17

DIXON – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that they will be shutting off the bridge’s roadway lights on the U.S. 52 Mississippi River Bridge (Dale Gardner Veterans Memorial…


Friday, June 3, 2022
Rep. McCombie asks for Nominations to Recognize Influential Women of the 71st District

State Representative Tony McCombie (Savanna) will be hosting an event on July 14th to recognize influential women of the 71st District. The event will involve nominations to recognize the influential…


Thursday, May 26, 2022
Memorial Day Op Ed and Veterans Affairs Legislative Update

This weekend, while many Illinoisans will enjoy time off relaxing, cleaning up the yard, hosting barbecues, swimming, fishing, going to ball games, and hitting the road to visit loved ones,…


Friday, May 20, 2022
U.S. 30 Bridge Repairs in Whiteside County begin May 26

The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that, weather permitting, repairs on the U.S. 30 Mississippi River bridge (Gateway Bridge) in Whiteside County will begin Thursday, May 26. Work will…


Thursday, May 19, 2022
State Rep. McCombie Announces Spring Photo Contest

State Representative Tony McCombie is once again bringing the 71st District to Springfield with her photo contest. Participants will be asked to submit a photo that best represents the people…


Tuesday, May 17, 2022
Avenue G bridge work in Sterling/Rock Falls begins May 23

The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that weather permitting, construction on the Avenue G bridge between Sterling and Rock Falls begins Monday, May 23. The bridges that cross the…


Monday, May 16, 2022
Sportsmen Licensing Made Easier for Retired & Active Duty Members

Recently signed legislation from State Representative Tony McCombie (Savanna) now makes acquiring licensing to fish, hunt, and camp in Illinois easier for veterans and active-duty members of the military. HB4680…