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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Carbondale Senior Fair Highlights

We had a great time in Carbondale at the Civic Center for today’s Carbondale FREE Senior Citizens Health and Wellness Fair. Thank you to all the vendors, to the Civic…


Tuesday, September 19, 2023
Highlights from Marion Senior Fair

Monday, September 18, 2023
Rep. Jacobs Issues Statement on Illinois Ending Cash Bail System

POMONA – In response to the end of cash bail in Illinois, State Rep. Paul Jacobs issued the following statement. “Today marks the first day that Illinois begins its journey…


Sunday, September 17, 2023
Constitution Day and Citizenship Day

Today we commemorate the signing of the United States Constitution in Philadelphia on September 17, 1787. The Constitution defined the framework for our federal government, uniting citizens as members of…


Friday, September 15, 2023
Rep. Jacobs – Remember Fallen, Missing Soldiers on National POW/MIA Recognition Day

POMONA – State Rep. Paul Jacobs (R-Pomona) is a Navy Veteran. On National POW Day, Rep. Jacobs issued the following statement. “On National POW/MIA Recognition Day, we honor, remember, and…


Thursday, September 14, 2023
The Caucus Blog – Consumer Debt Rising in Rough Economy

Illinois families face growing consumer credit debt Total consumer debt increased by seven percent from 2021-2022, rising from $15.31 trillion to $16.38 trillion. Auto loans, credit cards, mortgages and personal loans saw…


Thursday, September 14, 2023
REMINDER – Marion and Carbondale Senior Fairs NEXT WEEK!

Monday, September 11, 2023
National Truck Driver Appreciation Week

Happy Truck Driver Appreciation Week to the men and women who keep our nation moving. Truck drivers take on this demanding and important job to safely deliver the goods and…


Monday, September 11, 2023
Remembering Victims on 9/11

On the 22nd Anniversary of the 9/11/2011 terrorist attacks, State Rep. Paul Jacobs (R-Pomona) issued the following statement in memory of the victims and their families. “When 9/11 happened, Americans…


Friday, September 8, 2023
Does Illinois Owe You Money? Find out now!

The State Treasurer is holding more than 3.5 billion dollars in unclaimed funds for Illinoisans. The State holds these lost funds until they are claimed by either the original owner…