Family Literacy Day is dedicated to celebrating reading within families. Reading with children can help develop their vocabulary skills and offers a chance for family bonding time.

Staying Safe for Halloween The celebration of Halloween has been around for more than a thousand years. Originally a religious observance, today Halloween is considered a holiday for dress-up and fun,…

SOUTHERN ILLINOIS – Three House Republican lawmakers representing southern Illinois are sponsoring legislation to end Illinois’ sanctuary state status. House Republican Floor Leader State Representative Patrick Windhorst (R-Metropolis), State Rep….

WEST FRANKFORT – State Rep. Patrick Windhorst will host local residents this coming Thursday for a District Office Open House at his West Frankfort office location. Rep. Windhorst is the…

By learning and sharing the F.A.S.T. warning signs, you just might save a life from stroke. This World Stroke Day, remember to look for these signs of stroke: F –…

This National Civics Day we are reminded of the duty we all have to learn about our government and take part in the process. Thank you to all our teachers,…

God bless all those serving overseas this National Day of the Deployed. Let us honor our nation’s heroes and recognize the sacrifices of our servicemembers and their loved ones during…

SPRINGFIELD – State Representative Patrick Windhorst (R-Metropolis) welcomed officials from Southern Illinois University to the state capitol in Springfield on Wednesday. The purpose of the visit was to highlight the previous…

Red Ribbon Week highlights the importance of living a drug-free life. During Red Ribbon Week, youth and adults around the nation pledge to increase their knowledge by learning more about…

Weiss Sentenced to 5 ½ Years For Bribery Scheme A federal judge ruled on October 11 that corrupt businessman James T. Weiss will serve 5 ½ years behind bars for…