According to the Department of Healthcare and Family Services, the federal emergency declaration has added flexibility to the Medicaid system that will help cover costs

For individuals, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) will postpone the April 15 federal tax-payment deadline for another 90 days. The IRS will also waive interest

Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) To protect employees and the public through social distancing, Illinois Department of Employment Security Offices are closed until further

All restaurants and bars will close tonight through March 30, but you can still support these small businesses by utilizing drive-thru, delivery and curbside pickup

In light of ongoing health concerns surrounding the coronavirus/COVID-19 health crisis, a number of Illinois’ utility companies have announced measures being taken to help alleviate

Lawmakers will return to Springfield for scheduled session on March 24. Meanwhile, State Senator Dale Fowler (R-Harrisburg) spent this week in District speaking with students

State Senator Dale Fowler (R-Harrisburg) provided the following update on ongoing work being conducted at the Golconda Marina: “With the flooding of the Ohio River

On March 4, State Senator Dale Fowler (R-Harrisburg) addressed members of the Illinois Senate to recognize Corporal William Lee Brown, a Benton-native killed in action

Illinois lawmakers received an update March 5 on the status of Coronavirus (COVID-19) from state Public Health officials who are encouraging the public to help

FFA  students and agricultural advocates from throughout Illinois descended on the Capitol for Illinois Agriculture Legislative Day (IALD) on March 3.   As part of