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Monday, July 8, 2024
Celebrate Shark Week at the Peoria Riverfront Museum

Happy Shark Week! Illinois is home to several unique shark-related exhibits and events that you can enjoy this summer, including a national traveling shark exhibit at the Peoria Riverfront Museum….


Thursday, July 4, 2024
Please Enjoy a Safe and Happy Independence Day!

Happy 4th of July! Since this day in 1776, America has been a beacon of freedom, liberty, and hope across the globe. Please celebrate our Independence Day safely!


Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Rep. Weaver: We Must Make Illinois More Business-Friendly

With John Deere announcing massive layoffs and moving out of the country, it’s another stark reminder that we have to make Illinois a more business-friendly state in order to stay…


Tuesday, June 25, 2024
Rep. Weaver Urges IDOT to Fix Roads

The gasoline tax in Illinois is once again set to rise on July 1 by three percent to 47 cents per gallon. This tax revenue is supposed to be used…


Thursday, June 20, 2024
Heat Safety Tips

High temperatures are expected across all of Illinois this week. Here are a few tips to keep in mind to stay safe in extreme heat: ☀ Stay out of the sun….


Friday, June 14, 2024
Rep. Weaver Highlights Rural Housing Preservation Grant on #NOFOFriday

Today’s #NOFOFriday highlights the Rural Housing Preservation Grant. This program provides qualified public agencies, private non-profit organizations, and other eligible entities grant funds to assist low-income homeowners in rural areas….


Thursday, June 13, 2024
Children’s Safety Expo

Sen. Neil Anderson and Rep. Travis Weaver will be hosting a Children’s Safety Expo Saturday, August 17, at the Blackhawk College Educational Center in Kewanee. The event includes free admission,…


Wednesday, June 12, 2024
Illinois Free Fishing Days This Weekend

Illinois Free Fishing Days are almost here! The 2024 Illinois Free Fishing Days celebration will take place June 14 – 17, coinciding with Father’s Day weekend. During this four-day celebration…


Friday, June 7, 2024
Rep. Weaver Highlights Women Owned Childcare Small Businesses on #NOFOFriday

Today’s #NOFOFriday highlights women owned childcare small businesses. Funding from private, non-profit organizations provides entrepreneurial development services to these businesses. The awarding agency is the Small Business Organization, and the…


Friday, June 7, 2024
Rep. Weaver: Economy and Job Growth Top Priorities for House Republicans

The economy and job growth are top priorities for House Republicans as we fight to keep employers from leaving Illinois. I was proud to be the House Sponsor of Senate…