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Thursday, August 3, 2023
Hearts of Grace

Another great evening in the books. This time with Hearts of Grace supporting their mission to help women who are victims of assault, abuse and violence. These women are a…


Tuesday, August 1, 2023
In Home Day Care Centers

I recently zoom’d with some childcare advocates from DuPage County who are focused on improving the environment for in home day care centers. Many of these facilities provide a more…


Friday, July 28, 2023
Ribbon Cutting – Illinois Prairie Path

From earlier this week at the Grand Opening for the Illinois Prairie Path Trailhead in Warrenville. Several officials were in attendance for this exciting event, including Warrenville Mayor David L….


Thursday, July 20, 2023
Special Olympics Breakfast

I attended the Special Olympics Breakfast this past Sunday at the Mapleberry Pancake House hosted by the DuPage County Sheriff in Carol Stream. Pictured below: – The very popular comfort…


Thursday, July 13, 2023
Wheaton Eye Clinic Tour

I recently toured the amazing facility of the Wheaton Eye Clinic with Dr. Krishna B. Patel MD. She taught me so much about what goes in to keeping the vision…


Thursday, June 22, 2023
Special Office Visit

We had a special visitor at my office today! Bogie is one of our hardest workers!


Wednesday, June 21, 2023
Family Wedding

My family had a wedding in Allegheny National Forest in Pennsylvania this weekend. It is truly a beautiful part of our country, but my heart lies in our nation’s heartland…


Thursday, June 15, 2023
Rep Grant with Fellow Lawmakers

I spent the day with fellow legislators visiting Concordia University and finishing with a lunch at O’Sullivan’s. We make a great team State Senator Seth Lewis ; State Representative Jackie…


Friday, June 2, 2023
Summer Time in Chicago

I encourage you to get outside and enjoy the summer weather! Sure Chicago has its problems, but I walked 12 miles along Chicago lake front and couldn’t stop thinking about…


Monday, May 15, 2023
Misericordia Home

Last week in Springfield, I attended a reception for Misericordia. The facility is a place that truly lives up to its name, which is Latin for “heart of mercy”. They…