On this day we recognize National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day, which commemorates the cease-fire of the Korean War in 1953. Today, we acknowledge the bravery of those who served…

This week I attended the monthly breakfast at the American Legion in Macomb. Always a full selection of breakfast food served and prepared by veterans. The rain did not keep…

Friday I toured the Galesburg Sanitary District site west of Galesburg. Superintendent Marshall Schrader and I toured and talked about the history of the district. The original equipment still in…

A few days ago Rep. Norine Hammond and I attended the Mercer County Soil and Water Conservation District Annual Meeting. Part of the activities included a demonstration and education about…

Inside: Federal prosecutors seek nearly 6-year sentence for Madigan confidant Earlier this summer the former Speaker of the Illinois House, Mike Madigan, was sentenced to more than seven years in…

It was a busy day! We started out cooking serving breakfast at Camp Summit to quad city area 70 Jr High girls and counselors from Youth Hope. I made a…

Summer is a great season in our 71st District. There is always something going on! Last Wednesday night into Thursday morning we enjoyed the Knox County Fair, which has a…

It is great to have so many local students interested in reading this summer! The deadline to turn in your entry forms for my summer reading program is next Friday,…

The East Moline Fire Department cooked up a great breakfast at the East Moline American Legion. Pancakes, sausage links, biscuits and gravy. There was a large crowd after the Firecracker…

Have a very happy and safe Independence Day! This year’s celebration of the 4th of July has a special significance, as it kicks off the year-long commemoration of our great…