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Niemerg: 'While most Illinoisans were sleeping, the Democrat budget passed the Senate and landed in the House for first reading'

By Macon Reporter Report | Jun 4, 2023

In a recent Facebook post, Rep. Adam Niemerg provided an update on the budget process in Illinois.

Scherer votes for a budget without Invest In Kids, despite being St. Teresea High School alum; Pritzker says: 'It's not something that's in the budget agreement'

By Macon Reporter Report | Jun 1, 2023

State Rep. Sue Scherer (D-Decatur), a graduate of St. Teresa High School, is one of many state legislators who have benefitted from private school education.

Sen. Rose offers update on House Bill 2607: 'This is an important layer of protection for children'

By Macon Reporter Report | May 26, 2023

State Sen. Chapin Rose (R-Mahomet) is championing House Bill 2607, a measure that would allow children 13 and younger to provide court testimony via closed-circuit television.

Decatur's Caulkins: ‘They can't get 60 of them to decide how to spend what's left over of our tax money’

By Macon Reporter Report | May 25, 2023

State Rep. Dan Caulkins (R-Decatur) criticized the General Assembly’s Democrat supermajority for missing the May 19 budget deadline.

Niemerg asks lawmakers to support 'underprivileged children' and extend Invest in Kids program

By Macon Reporter Report | May 19, 2023

Illinois state Rep. Adam Niemerg is calling for an extension of the Invest in Kids program which is scheduled to expire Jan. 1, 2024.

Decatur Public Schools District 61 congratulates 'Mr. Jeremiah Hayes, our National Wrestling Folkstyle champion'

By Macon Reporter Report | May 14, 2023

The Decatur Public Schools District #61 Board of Education recently recognized a Baum Elementary School student for winning a national wrestling championship.

Niemerg: 'Thank you, Nurses, for all that you do to keep us safe, strong, and healthy'

By Macon Reporter Report | May 10, 2023

In a May 7 Facebook post, Rep. Adam Niemerg acknowledged National Nurses Week.

Niemerg: 'It's time to rein in state spending, get our fiscal house in order, and finally reduce taxes in Illinois'

By Macon Reporter Report | Apr 18, 2023

Rep. Adam Niemerg recently took to social media to criticize the way Democrats have been raising taxes, saying that it is time to reduce taxes in Illinois to give the residents a break.

Turner: 'Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity wants to hear YOUR perspective on internet connectivity and digital learning'

By Macon Reporter Report | Apr 18, 2023

In an April 6 Facebook post, Sen. Doris Turner shared info on meetings for individuals to give input on the state's plans for digital equity.

Niemerg: 'Congratulations to Champaign County for making the Top 5 counties in corn production!'

By Macon Reporter Report | Mar 8, 2023

In a March 3 Facebook post, Rep. Adam Niemerg shared news about Illinois' corn and soybean production.

Niemerg opposes legislation to create 'all-gender multiple occupancy' restrooms in Illinois

By Macon Reporter Report | Mar 4, 2023

Illinois state Rep. Adam Niemerg opposed House Bill 1286 which supports creating "all gender multiple occupancy" restrooms in a Feb. 22 Facebook post.

Scherer discusses approval of Drug Overdose Prevention and Harm Reduction Act: 'Bipartisan legislation to save people from fatal drug overdoses is moving to the House floor'

By Macon Reporter Report | Mar 2, 2023

The Illinois House Public Health Committee this week approved House Bill 1121, the Drug Overdose Prevention and Harm Reduction Act, bipartisan legislation aimed at saving people from potentially deadly drug overdoses by helping medical professionals deal with fentanyl and other lethal drug combinations.

Scherer reflects on visit to Springfield Public School District Early Learning Center

By Macon Reporter Report | Feb 26, 2023

In a Feb. 16 Facebook post, Rep. Sue Scherer spoke of her visit to Springfield Public School District 186 Early Learning Center.

Daniels: ‘Illinois is still in disguised bankruptcy due to horrendous fiscal policy over decades’

By Macon Reporter Report | Feb 23, 2023

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker is under criticism for his 2024 budget.

Caulkins on new gun ban lawsuit: 'Judge Forbes grants temporary restraining order to the members of 'Law-Abiding Gun Owners of Macon County''

By Macon Reporter Report | Feb 23, 2023

Rep. Dan Caulkins shared an update in a Feb. 8 Facebook post on his lawsuit on the state's new gun ban.

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Niemerg: 'While most Illinoisans were sleeping, the Democrat budget passed the Senate and landed in the House for first reading'

Scherer votes for a budget without Invest In Kids, despite being St. Teresea High School alum; Pritzker says: 'It's not something that's in the budget agreement'

Sen. Rose offers update on House Bill 2607: 'This is an important layer of protection for children'

Decatur's Caulkins: ‘They can't get 60 of them to decide how to spend what's left over of our tax money’

Niemerg asks lawmakers to support 'underprivileged children' and extend Invest in Kids program

Decatur Public Schools District 61 congratulates 'Mr. Jeremiah Hayes, our National Wrestling Folkstyle champion'

Niemerg: 'Thank you, Nurses, for all that you do to keep us safe, strong, and healthy'

Niemerg: 'It's time to rein in state spending, get our fiscal house in order, and finally reduce taxes in Illinois'

Turner: 'Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity wants to hear YOUR perspective on internet connectivity and digital learning'

Niemerg: 'Congratulations to Champaign County for making the Top 5 counties in corn production!'

Niemerg opposes legislation to create 'all-gender multiple occupancy' restrooms in Illinois

Scherer discusses approval of Drug Overdose Prevention and Harm Reduction Act: 'Bipartisan legislation to save people from fatal drug overdoses is moving to the House floor'

Scherer reflects on visit to Springfield Public School District Early Learning Center

Daniels: ‘Illinois is still in disguised bankruptcy due to horrendous fiscal policy over decades’

Caulkins on new gun ban lawsuit: 'Judge Forbes grants temporary restraining order to the members of 'Law-Abiding Gun Owners of Macon County''

Decatur resident says ‘Ameren Illinois power corporation is nothing but greedy’

Halbrook announces town hall meeting for Feb. 20

Niemerg on withdrawing from Russian banks and companies: 'It’s time we do the same to China!'

Shifflet: ‘Chicago legislators who sponsored 4412 would be on board for this one right?’

Caulkins: 'We all should be able to enjoy the rights and the freedoms that are afforded us'

Macon County taxpayers give $1.1 million in County School Facility Tax in August

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