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Monday, August 19, 2024
The Caucus Blog Offers Tips for Working Families to Save Money as Students Return to School

With sky-high inflation still impacting hard-working Illinois families and the new school year set to begin, it’s important to consider ways to save money. Food prices, gasoline costs, interest rates,…


Friday, August 16, 2024
Windhorst: Practice School Bus Safety to Keep Students Safe

The most dangerous part of the school bus ride for students is getting on and off the bus. Please take some time this back-to-school season to brush up on the rules…


Tuesday, August 13, 2024
Windhorst: State Fire Marshal Now Taking Equipment Grant Applications

METROPOLIS, IL – State Representative Patrick Windhorst (R-Metropolis) is reminding local fire protection districts that the office of the State Fire Marshal is now accepting applications for its Small Equipment…


Thursday, August 8, 2024
Windhorst Joins WJPF Radio for Legislative Review after Governor Signs Dozens of Bills

METROPOLIS, IL – House Republican Floor Leader State Representative Patrick Windhorst recently joined WJPF Radio for an interview to discuss recently signed legislation. Click the photo below to listen in!…


Wednesday, August 7, 2024
Rep. Windhorst Joins WSIU TV for End of Session Review

CARBONDALE, IL – State Representative and House Republican Floor Leader Patrick Windhorst recently joined WSIU-TV for a comprehensive interview. Windhorst provided answers to multiple questions regarding the end of the…


Wednesday, August 7, 2024
Rep. Windhorst Marks Purple Heart Day

On Purple Heart Day, we recognize the courage, resilience, and sacrifice of all Purple Heart recipients. Their bravery serves as a beacon of resilience and unity for us all. 


Thursday, August 1, 2024
Windhorst Celebrates Sweet Corn Appreciation Day!

Today we celebrate Illinois’ state vegetable, sweet corn! This Illinois Sweet Corn Appreciation Day, be sure to enjoy an ear or two of delicious Illinois-grown corn. ?


Saturday, July 27, 2024
Windhorst Marks Korean Armistice Day

On this day in 1953, the Korean Armistice Agreement was signed, which officially ended the Korean War. Today be sure to remember and honor those who served during this war…


Friday, July 26, 2024
Rep. Windhorst and Rep. Jacobs Host Summer Reading Club “Night at the Ballpark”

MARION, IL – State Representative Patrick Windhorst and State Representative Paul Jacobs hosted their annual Summer Reading Club “Night at the Ballpark” on Thursday, July 25 at Mountain Dew Park…


Friday, July 26, 2024
Rep. Windhorst Marks National Disability Independence Day

National Disability Independence Day commemorates the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) on this day in 1990. This landmark legislation protects those with disabilities from discrimination and ensures…