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Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Schmidt Marks Support Your Local Chamber of Commerce Day!

Happy Support Your Local Chamber of Commerce Day! Celebrate today by visiting local businesses and recognizing the vital role that our chambers play in our community.


Saturday, October 12, 2024
National Farmer’s Day

Happy National Farmer’s Day! Thank a farmer today for all that they do. Illinois farmers feed the world!


Tuesday, October 8, 2024
Rep. Kevin Schmidt Joins Panel on Youth Mental Health

State Rep. Kevin Schmidt attended the 2024 Fall Gathering of the Youth Mental Health & Wellness Coalition of St. Clair County. During this event, legislators sat on a panel and…


Wednesday, October 2, 2024
LIHEAP Applications Open

The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is available for income qualified households. This energy bill assistance program can assist with natural gas, propane, electricity bills and furnace assistance. Applications…


Tuesday, October 1, 2024
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, dedicated to highlighting the battle against breast cancer and emphasizing the critical need for early detection. During this month, we pay tribute to those…


Monday, September 30, 2024
Schmidt: Mascoutah Public Library Receives LTSA Project Next Generation Grant

State Representative Kevin Schmidt congratulated Mascoutah Public Library on receiving a LTSA Project Next Generation Grant. “Congratulations to Mascoutah Public Library on receiving their LTSA Grant,” said Schmidt. “They’ll use…


Saturday, September 28, 2024
Schmidt Celebrates National Hunting and Fishing Day

Happy National Hunting and Fishing Day! Today we celebrate these outdoor traditions that connect us with nature and bring us together. “Some of my favorite memories with my boys are…


Friday, September 27, 2024
Nominate an Ag Teacher for the Golden Owl Award

Do you know an ag teacher who has gone above and beyond for their students? Consider nominating them for the Golden Owl Award! Nominations are open now through November 15….


Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Pulling Back the Curtain: Bipartisanship end Around

Speaker Welch’s partisan working groups are his not-so-subtle way of shutting Republicans and, more importantly, the public out of the process. The Caucus Blog highlighted this problem. Check it out…


Monday, September 23, 2024
Some Tips for Rail Safety Week

This Rail Safety Week, make sure you know how to stay safe around railroad tracks. Here are some important rail safety tips from Operation Lifesaver: