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Thursday, May 2, 2024
Rep. Windhorst Kicks off Annual Summer Reading Program for 1st – 4th Graders

METROPOLIS – State Rep. Patrick Windhorst (R-Metropolis) is kicking off his annual Summer Reading Program for students that will be in 1st through 4th grade for the 2024-25 school year….


Thursday, May 2, 2024
Windhorst: House Democrats Rush Sweeping Elections Omnibus Bill through the House

SPRINGFIELD, IL – On Wednesday, House Democrats advanced major elections legislation through the legislative process in the matter of just a few hours. House Republican Floor Leader State Representative Patrick…


Wednesday, May 1, 2024
Windhorst: Thank A Farmer on Illinois Bacon Day!

Did you know that the Illinois pork industry produces more than 6 billion slices of bacon each year? Today we are celebrating this beloved protein and the pork producers who…


Monday, April 29, 2024
It’s National Small Business Week!

Happy National Small Business Week to the entrepreneurs who power our economy. Remember to shop local this week and show your support for small businesses in Illinois!


Monday, April 29, 2024
Rep. Windhorst and Sen. Fowler Join Metropolis PD and MCDAC for Successful Prescription Drug Drop Off

METROPOLIS – State Rep. Patrick Windhorst says he is proud to have joined Senator Dale Fowler, the Massac County Drug Awareness Coalition, and host Metropolis Police Department for a successful…


Friday, April 26, 2024
Reminder – FREE Prescription Drug Take Back Event Tomorrow in Metropolis!

METROPOLIS – State Sen. Dale Fowler (R-Harrisburg) and State Rep. Patrick Windhorst (R-Metropolis) are joining with MCDAC (Massac County Drug Awareness Coalition) and the Metropolis Police Department to hold a…


Friday, April 26, 2024
Rep. Windhorst Marks Arbor Day

Arbor Day is a holiday dedicated to planting and appreciating trees for future generations. Trees are not only a beautiful part of nature, but they also provide critical materials and…


Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Windhorst Weekly: Session Review and a FREE Event this Saturday!

FREE PRESCRIPTION DRUG TAKEBACK EVENT THIS SATURDAY IN METROPOLIS Who: State Senator Dale Fowler and State Representative Patrick Windhorst What: A FREE prescription drug drop off event When: Saturday, April 27 from 10:00…


Tuesday, April 23, 2024
Rep. Windhorst Offers Session Review and End of Session Preview

At the end of last week, the Illinois House of Representatives worked through what is known as the “Third Reading deadline.” The deadline represents the final day a House Bill…


Monday, April 22, 2024
Rep. Windhorst Marks Earth Day

Happy Earth Day! Today is a great reminder that we need to do the work to keep our planet healthy. You can get involved by recycling, cleaning up your local…