State Representative Blaine Wilhour (R-Beecher City) recently visited Full Armor Christian Academy in Olney to speak with students about the Illinois General Assembly and his role as a member of the House of Representatives. The visit was part of the students' education on the Constitution and the different levels of government in Illinois."It is important for young people to hear from actual elected officials to help complement what they are learning in the classroom," said Rep. Wilhour, who is currently serving his third term in the Illinois House. "A robust civics...
White students, constituting 87.3% or 469 of Effingham Junior High School's total student population of 537, accounted for 72 out of the 76 total suspensions (94.7%) in the 2021-22 school year, averaging roughly one suspension per seven students, according to the latest student discipline report by the Illinois State Board of Education.
State Representative Adam Niemerg (R-Dieterich) recently had the opportunity to visit the NUCOR Skyline Steel plant in Newton. NUCOR is known for being the largest steel and steel products producer in the United States, as well as the largest recycler of any type of material in North America. Their commitment to recycling is impressive, with over 20 million tons of iron scrap being recycled annually to produce new steel that is 100 percent recyclable.During his visit, Rep. Niemerg learned about the important role that NUCOR plays in the local community. The Newton...
Multiracial students, constituting 3.1% or 14 of Richland County Middle School's total student population of 457, accounted for nine out of the 83 total suspensions (10.8%) in the 2021-22 school year, averaging roughly one suspension per two students, according to the latest student discipline report by the Illinois State Board of Education.
State Rep. Chris Miller (R-Oakland) is expressing concern over the decline in support for Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson amid a surge in crime across the city. This comes as Chicago's crime rate continues to rise alarmingly.
Darren Bailey, a candidate for Congressional District 12, marked a significant milestone in his campaign by filing his petitions for the upcoming March 19 primary ballot.