News

Sunday, May 12, 2024
Happy Mother’s Day!

Happy Mother’s Day to all of the incredible mothers who do so much for others! Make sure to show your appreciation for the mothers in your life today.


Friday, May 10, 2024
Windhorst: Thank You Military Spouses

Military Spouse Appreciation Day reminds us of the sacrifices made by military spouses in the United States. Their contributions and support of their spouses often go unnoticed, despite its critical…


Wednesday, May 8, 2024
Windhorst: May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month

May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month and a reminder to start seeing motorcycles. ?Remember that because of their size, motorcycles can be harder to see in traffic. Always check your…


Tuesday, May 7, 2024
Windhorst Thanks Foster Parents on National Foster Care Day

National Foster Care Day reminds us of the children in care across the nation and the work that must be done to ensure their safety and wellbeing. Thank you to…


Monday, May 6, 2024
Windhorst Thanks Teachers on National Teacher Appreciation Week

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! This important week honors the often unrecognized work of those who are educating our next generation. Thank you to teachers across Illinois for the work you…


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…