In less than three years, the United States will commemorate its 250th birthday, or Semiquincentennial, celebration. The Declaration of Independence was signed on July 4, 1776, with the nation’s 250th birthday…

Wreaths Across America Day remembers the fallen and honors those who have served in the United States military. Today, volunteers across America will lay wreaths on the headstones of those…

On December 15th, 1791, the United States of America ratified the Bill of Rights, which included the first 10 amendments in the U.S. Constitution. These amendments are the bedrock of…

Happy birthday to the U.S. National Guard! Established in 1636, the National Guard is the oldest military organization in the United States. Thank you to all of the men and women…

POMONA – 118th District State Representative Paul Jacobs (R-Pomona) announced his office will once again sponsor a holiday season diaper drive to benefit needy area children. “We have many wonderful…

Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day honors the 2,403 Americans who were killed in the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on this day in 1941. We will always remember those who were…

Christmas Movies Filmed or Set in Illinois The windy city of Chicago is famous for its sports teams, world-class museums, and vast array of shopping choices. The city remains a…

On December 1st, 1820, Vandalia was declared the capital of Illinois by an act of the General Assembly. State government would meet in Vandalia for 17 years before permanently relocating…

National Computer Safety Day is meant to raise awareness around cyber security issues that affect millions of people every year. One small but important way to protect yourself online is…

POMONA – Representative Paul Jacobs will join House Republican Floor Leader State Representative Patrick Windhorst and State Senator Dale Fowler and for a legislative panel discussion on Monday, December 4,…