On this day in 1870, the Illinois State Constitution took effect. This Constitution would remain in effect for a century. 100 Best Documents at the Illinois State Archives (ilsos.gov)

Dennis Williams was a talented artist and friend to many prominent Springfield and Illinois statewide figures in the late 1800’s. A lucky find in a North Carolina thrift shop recently…

South Elgin, IL – State Representative Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) is teaming up with the South Elgin Police Department for a Prescription Drug Drop Off Event Tuesday, August 13, from 9-11…

Registration is open for Illinois Learn to Hunt’s Deer 101 fall workshops. These free, in-person events are designed to help new deer hunters get started in the sport. Come join…

ILLINOIS STATE FAIR The State Fair kicks off in Springfield on Thursday, August 8.  Special days include Ag Day (August 9), Kids Day (August 10), Veterans Day (August 11), and…

On Purple Heart Day, we recognize the courage, resilience, and sacrifice of all Purple Heart recipients. Their bravery serves as a beacon of resilience and unity for us all. 

Thank you to everyone who came out to our Senior Advisory Council and Illinois Emergency Management Association (IEMA) meetings last week at the South Elgin Public Works Building. Thanks also…

National Night Out celebrates the strength of neighborhoods coming together and fostering bonds to make our communities safer. Tonight, let’s promote friendships and build a brighter future together!

Rep. Ugaste will host a prescription drug drop off event Tuesday, August 13, from 9-11 a.m. at the South Elgin Police Department, 10 N. Water St., South Elgin. This is…

Thank you to everyone, including Senator Don DeWitte and representatives from the Illinois Tollway, who attended and helped out at our successful I-PASS on Demand event last week at our…