Today’s Woman Educator Spotlight highlights Tatum Drury, a Kindergarten teacher at Neponset Grade School. Here’s what Tatum’s nominator had to say about the impact she has had on their life…

Sen. Neil Anderson and I had an amazing time at Pekin City Hall last week presenting a Certification of Recognition to Epic Pharma Solutions, a company based in Singapore that…

Unfortunately, there has been ongoing criminal activity in the building where the DMV in Wyoming currently operates. Another tenant in the building has been charged with criminal activity, which is…

Today’s Woman Educator Spotlight highlights Shannon Webster, a junior high social science/language arts teacher at Neponset Grade School. Here’s what Shannon’s nominator had to say about the impact she has…

Established in the early-1860’s, the Medal of Honor is the United States’ highest award for bravery and courage on the battlefield, awarded to every service member who “distinguishes himself conspicuously by…

Today’s Woman Educator Spotlight highlights Dena Hodge-Bates, the principal at Neponset Grade School!  Here’s what Dena’s nominator had to say about her contributions to their life, the school, and the community:…

The second Women Educator that was nominated earlier this month is Nikki Kubiak from Central Elementary/Junior High in Kewanee!  When asked how she impacted their life, here’s what her nominator…

Earlier this month, I asked for nominations of women educators who have played a big role in your lives, and the responses we received were heartwarming and nothing short of…

Youth leadership in action! 🙌 From March 17th – April 11th, we’re excited to be supporting Pekin Community High School’s LEO Club as they collect toys for children in need. …

Last week, I had the honor of welcoming the state champion Ridgewood Spartans softball team to Springfield! Thank you for making the trip, and congratulations, ladies!