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State Representative Ryan Spain: 'As the Madigan trial carries on, I remain committed to strengthening Illinois' ethics laws'

State Representative Ryan Spain addressed the ongoing trial of former House Speaker Michael Madigan in a Facebook post dated November 15.

By Peoria Standard | Nov 20, 2024

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U.S. Rep. Darin LaHood: 'Senator Marco Rubio will make an excellent Secretary of State'

U.S. Representative Darin LaHood expressed approval for the appointment of Senator Marco Rubio as Secretary of State in a Facebook post dated November 15.

By Peoria Standard | Nov 20, 2024

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U.S. Rep.Darin LaHood: 'IL16 is the proud home of the Pumpkin Capital of the World!'

By Peoria Standard | Oct 28, 2024

U.S. Representative Darin LaHood recently highlighted Morton's status as the "Pumpkin Capital of the World" in a Facebook post dated October 25.

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Darin LaHood: 'I was honored to be a part of the groundbreaking ceremony for the new control tower at the Peoria International Airport'

By Peoria Standard | Oct 26, 2024

U.S. Representative Darin LaHood highlighted the ongoing construction at Peoria International Airport in a Facebook post dated October 21.

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U.S. Rep.Darin LaHood: 'It was great to join over 750 fellow Peorians supporting and participating in the 2024 Walk to End Alzheimer’s'

By Peoria Standard | Oct 12, 2024

Congressman Darin LaHood recently participated in the 2024 Walk to End Alzheimer's event in Peoria. In an October 9 Facebook post, he expressed gratitude, stating, "Thanks to the Alzheimer's Association and all the volunteers for putting on another outstanding event this year."

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Senator Neil Anderson: 'the Illinois Department of Agriculture will distribute nearly $525,000 over the next three years'

By Peoria Standard | Sep 25, 2024

Sen. Neil Anderson announced the distribution of $525,000 for specialty crop growers in a Sept. 22 Facebook post, stating, "The IDOA partnered with an external review committee to select the funding recipients."

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U.S. Rep. Darin LaHood: 'Democrat policies in Springfield and Washington are harming gig economy workers and diminishing school choice'

By Peoria Standard | Sep 16, 2024

Congressman Darin LaHood spoke out on action taken by the Committee on Ways and Means, saying, "Yesterday, the Committee on Ways and Means GOP advanced two critical bills to support workers and expand learning opportunities for all students," in a Sept. 13 Facebook post.

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Congressman Darin LaHood: 'I join America and the world in mourning the loss of the recovered hostages murdered by Hamas'

By Peoria Standard | Sep 10, 2024

Congressman Darin LaHood expressed his condolences and concern after the death of Hamas prisoners, stating, "I join America and the world in mourning the loss of the recovered hostages murdered by Hamas, including Hersh Goldberg-Polin," in a Sept. 3 Facebook post.

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Sen. Neil Anderson ' It's an honor to be recognized'

By Peoria Standard | Aug 15, 2024

Senator Neil Anderson called his 100% on the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) scorecard "an honor." He made the statement in an Aug. 12 Facebook post.

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U.S. Rep Darin LaHood: 'Making all of Illinois and our country proud!'

By Peoria Standard | Aug 5, 2024

US Rep. Darin LaHood congratulated a 16th Congressional District native on her accomplishments at the Paris Olympics, saying, "Congrats to Germantown Hills and #IL16 native Anna Peplowski on bringing home the Silver Medal at the Olympics in the Women’s 4x200 Freestyle!" He made the statement in an Aug. 1 Facebook post.

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U.S. Rep. Darin LaHood: 'The Director of the Secret Service should resign or be fired'

By Peoria Standard | Jul 21, 2024

U.S. Representative Darin LaHood commented on what he described as a security failure surrounding the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, stating, "the Director of the Secret Service should resign or be fired." He made this statement in a July 19 Facebook post.

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Rep. Darin LaHood: 'I'm proud to introduce the bipartisan Tax Administration Simplification Act'

By Peoria Standard | Jul 6, 2024

Congressman Darin LaHood announced the introduction of the bipartisan Tax Administration Simplification Act in a June 28 Facebook post. He stated that the act aims to address the challenges faced by Illinois families and small businesses with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).

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Rep. Darin LaHood: 'Looking forward to cheering on Anna and all of the Team USA athletes'

By Peoria Standard | Jun 28, 2024

US Representative Darin LaHood congratulated Germantown Hills native Anna Peplowski on qualifying for the 2024 Paris Olympics. Peplowski will join the US Olympic swimming team in Paris. LaHood expressed his enthusiasm, saying he was "looking forward to cheering on Anna and all of the Team USA athletes competing in France next month!" He made this statement in a June 24 Facebook post.

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central Township of Hopewell: Precinct Hopewell

By Peoria Standard | Apr 19, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Peoria Standard analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 294 voters in Central Township of Hopewell: Precinct Hopewell cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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How did Central SE Township of Washington: Precinct Washington 09 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By Peoria Standard | Apr 19, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Peoria Standard analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 972 voters in Central SE Township of Washington: Precinct Washington 09 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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How did Central Township of Whitefield: Precinct Whitefield residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By Peoria Standard | Apr 19, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Peoria Standard analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 177 voters in Central Township of Whitefield: Precinct Whitefield cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central S Township of Cincinnati: Precinct Cincinnati 01

By Peoria Standard | Apr 18, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Peoria Standard analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 714 voters in Central S Township of Cincinnati: Precinct Cincinnati 01 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Who voted in Central City of Washington: Precinct Washington 10 during 2020 Presidential Election?

By Peoria Standard | Apr 18, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Peoria Standard analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 1,092 voters in Central City of Washington: Precinct Washington 10 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Northern Village of Morton: Precinct Morton 01

By Peoria Standard | Apr 18, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Peoria Standard analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 866 voters in Northern Village of Morton: Precinct Morton 01 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Who voted in Central Village of Morton: Precinct Morton 02 during 2020 Presidential Election?

By Peoria Standard | Apr 17, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Peoria Standard analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 1,056 voters in Central Village of Morton: Precinct Morton 02 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.