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Saturday, December 16, 2023
National Wreaths Across America Day

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…


Friday, December 15, 2023
Rep. Jacobs Marks National Bill of Rights Day

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…


Wednesday, December 13, 2023
Happy Birthday US National Guard

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…


Tuesday, December 12, 2023
REMINDER – State Rep. Paul Jacobs Sponsors Holiday Diaper Drive – Deadline Next Week

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…


Thursday, December 7, 2023
Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

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…


Monday, December 4, 2023
The Caucus Blog – Christmas Movies Filmed in Illinois

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…


Friday, December 1, 2023
On this day in Illinois History…

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…


Thursday, November 30, 2023
Jacobs: Practice Caution Online – It’s National Computer Safety Day

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…


Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Reps. Jacobs, Windhorst and Senator Fowler Highlight Small Business Forum at Shawnee Community College on Dec. 4

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,…


Wednesday, November 29, 2023
The Caucus Blog – Holiday Blood Donations

Blood donors give From the Heart This Holiday Season 13.6 million units of blood are collected annually in the United States. Each donation can save up to three lives. In…