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Friday, July 21, 2023
Science under the Stands

With the release of Oppenheimer this weekend, it’s also important to remember Illinois’ place as a leader in science. The atom was first split at the University of Chicago in…


Tuesday, July 18, 2023
Throwback Tuesday: Remembering the Great Flood of 1993: 30 Years Later

Earlier this year residents of northwestern Illinois watched with concern as a far-away weather event threatened their communities. As a few days of abnormally warm weather settled in over the…


Tuesday, July 18, 2023
Rep. Ugaste Reacts to SAFE-T Act Illinois Supreme Court Decision Ruling it Constitutional

ST. CHARLES – In response to the Illinois Supreme Court ruling the SAFE-T Act’s provision of ending cash bail as constitutional, State Representative Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) released the following statement:…


Wednesday, July 12, 2023
16 Family-Friendly Summer Destinations in Illinois

This summer, many families are planning their trips across the country. But why leave Illinois when you can spend your summer enjoying the beauty, thrills, and educational opportunities our state…


Tuesday, July 11, 2023
Throwback Tuesday: Twenty-eight words that changed history

When Dr. Anna Howard Shaw arrived in Springfield in the spring of 1919, her accomplishments in the cause of women’s suffrage were well known. A close friend of Susan B….


Friday, July 7, 2023
Rep. Ugaste Hosts Summer Constituent Coffee this July

ST. CHARLES – Next week, State Representative Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) is hosting a Summer Constituent Coffee to speak with constituents and provide an update from Springfield. He is hosting this…


Friday, July 7, 2023
News from State Representative Dan Ugaste – July 7, 2023

FENTANYL How much fentanyl crosses our southern border?  One of the most dangerous and deadly drugs pervading our nation currently is fentanyl. The flow of this powerful drug coming into…


Friday, June 30, 2023
News from State Representative Dan Ugaste – June 30, 2023

ENERGY Lawmakers look to lift the ban on nuclear energy permits.  Illinois lawmakers worked to lift the 36-year-old ban on new nuclear energy construction permits this spring, with Senate Bill…


Thursday, June 29, 2023
Celebrate America Safely this July 4th

On July 4th, America celebrates the birth of our nation. Around the holiday, sadly, we often see an increase in impaired driving crashes. From 2017 to 2021, there were 1,460 drivers…


Wednesday, June 28, 2023
County Fairs in the 65th District for Summer 2023

Kane County Fair – St. Charles Dates: July 12th – 16th Some events: Illinois State Pullers Professional Championship Bullriders and Cowgirls Demolition Derby Magic Show Petting Zoo Racing Pigs Carnival…