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Wednesday, January 24, 2018
The Reick Report: January 24, 2018

First Week of 2018 Session Cancelled Last Friday we learned that the first scheduled session days on the 2018 calendar (January 23 and 24) were cancelled. While I was looking…


Tuesday, January 23, 2018
Representatives Steve Reick and Barbara Wheeler Petition ICC for Local Hearing on Proposed Utilities, Inc. Rate Hike

State Representatives Steve Reick (R-Woodstock) and Barbara Wheeler (R-Crystal Lake) have asked the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) to hold a local public hearing to gather testimony from Johnsburg and Antioch…


Friday, January 12, 2018
Governor Rauner Vetoes Legislation to Increase Powers of McHenry County Board Chairman

In a solid victory for the citizens of McHenry County, Governor Bruce Rauner issued a full veto today to HB 171, which would codify in state statutes powers granted to…


Friday, January 12, 2018
School Library Grants Approved for 11 School Districts Located in Representative Steve Reick’s House District

State Representative Steve Reick (R-Woodstock) announced today that $17,381 in school library grant money will soon be flowing to schools located in the 63rd Legislative House District. The School District…


Wednesday, January 10, 2018
State Representative Steve Reick Continues Mobile Office Hours Tour with January 22 Event in Woodstock

State Representative Steve Reick (R-Woodstock) will be holding mobile office hours next week on Monday, January 22, from 6:00-8:00 PM at the Woodstock Public Library, 414 W. Judd Street in…


Tuesday, January 9, 2018
Your Blood Donation Could Save Three Lives

January is National Blood Donation Month, and the recent cold weather has added an additional strain to an already-low blood supply. Each unit of blood that is donated can save…


Monday, January 8, 2018
Illinois Drops to the Sixth Largest State

As 2017 came to an end, the U.S. Census announced its end-of-year U.S. state population estimates. These numbers indicate that Pennsylvania has once again passed Illinois to regain its position…


Thursday, January 4, 2018
$36 Million Pumped into Invest in Kids Program on First Day of Donations

Illinois’ new Invest in Kids scholarship program — which gives low- to middle-income students opportunities to attend non-public schools that best meet their educational goals — attracted more than $36…


Tuesday, January 2, 2018
Warming Centers Provide Relief During Record-Setting Cold Weather

Warming centers are available throughout the state to help Illinois residents fight cold temperatures during this record-setting cold weather. Click here to search for a warming center near you.