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Grundy County Consolidated Election Day is coming up on April 1

Municipal officials in Grundy County — including mayors, village board members, and school board members — are on the ballot on April 1, the first Tuesday in April.

By Grundy Reporter | Mar 27, 2025

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State Sen. Rezin: 'Senate Bill 1283 calls fentanyl deaths what they really are, poisonings'

Sue Rezin, a state senator for Illinois' 38th District, has expressed concerns over the terminology used on death certificates for individuals who have died due to fentanyl.

By Grundy Reporter | Feb 28, 2025

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State Rep. Meier on recent FOID card ruling: 'It’s time to void the FOID once and for all'

By Grundy Reporter | Feb 18, 2025

Charlie Meier, Illinois State House District 109 Representative, commented on the recent ruling regarding the Firearm Owners Identification (FOID) card.

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State Sen. Rezin on Michael Madigan trial verdict: 'Illinois needs real ethics reform'

By Grundy Reporter | Feb 18, 2025

Sue Rezin, Illinois State Senate District 38 Senator, said that the conviction of Michael Madigan in his federal trial was a step toward accountability but emphasized that the system enabling his abuse of power remains intact.

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Sen. Sue Rezin: 'I am saddened to learn of the tragic loss of Trooper Clay M. Carns, who was struck and killed'

By Grundy Reporter | Dec 25, 2024

State Senator Sue Rezin expressed her sorrow following the death of Illinois State Police (ISP) Trooper Clay M. Carns.

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State Representative Charlie Meier: 'A big congratulations to Dawn Ahner of Ahner Florist in New Baden'

By Grundy Reporter | Dec 2, 2024

State Representative Charlie Meier acknowledged the achievement of a local florist chosen to decorate for the White House in a Facebook post dated November 22.

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State Representative Charlie Meier: We should be taking every step necessary to protect our prison workers and inmates'

By Grundy Reporter | Nov 25, 2024

State Representative Charlie Meier has joined his colleagues in advocating for a hearing on drug exposures within the state Department of Corrections facilities.

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State Senator Sue Rezin: 'Check out this awesome opportunity for Veterans from North Central Area Transit!'

By Grundy Reporter | Nov 4, 2024

State Senator Sue Rezin has highlighted a free transportation opportunity available for Illinois veterans.

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State Representative Charlie Meier: 'Are you registered to vote in Illinois?'

By Grundy Reporter | Oct 30, 2024

State Representative Charlie Meier shared information on voter registration in an October 28 Facebook post, asking, "Are you registered to vote in Illinois?"

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Sen. Dale Fowler: 'This serious matter warrants a thorough investigation'

By Grundy Reporter | Sep 25, 2024

Senator Dale Fowler reacted to a situation at Shawnee Correctional Center, stating, "The safety and well-being of our correctional officers, as well as all individuals within the facility, must remain our highest priority," in a Sept. 21 Facebook post.

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Rep. Paul Jacobs: 'Their bravery serves as a beacon of resilience and unity for us all.'

By Grundy Reporter | Aug 9, 2024

State Representative Paul Jacobs highlighted Purple Heart Day, stating, "Their bravery serves as a beacon of resilience and unity for us all." He made the statement in an Aug. 7 Facebook post.

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Illinois State House District 106 candidate: 'Today I spoke in opposition to House Bill 2900, legislation which would ban a common practice for controlling populations of coyotes and other predators'

By Grundy Reporter | May 21, 2024

Jason Weber, a candidate for Illinois State House District 106, voiced his opposition to House Bill 2900, stating, "Today I spoke in opposition to House Bill 2900, legislation which would ban a common practice for controlling populations of coyotes and other predators which endanger livestock, cause damage and spread disease." Incumbent Jason Bunting also expressed his disapproval of the bill's passage. He said, "Unfortunately, the bill passed anyway, and is now going to the Senate for consideration."

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Sen. Sue Rezin: 'People with severe disabilities should be able to equally enjoy the same amount of access to the outside world as everyone else'

By Grundy Reporter | May 20, 2024

Senator Sue Rezin stated, "people with severe disabilities should be able to equally enjoy the same amount of access to the outside world as everyone else." The senator, who has represented the 38th Senate District since 2010, added that "with the passage of Sami's Law, we can help provide that."

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Who voted in Western Township of Felix: Precinct Felix 2 during 2020 Presidential Election?

By Grundy Reporter | Apr 19, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Grundy Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 586 voters in Western Township of Felix: Precinct Felix 2 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central Township of Goodfarm: Precinct Goodfarm

By Grundy Reporter | Apr 18, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Grundy Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 176 voters in Central Township of Goodfarm: Precinct Goodfarm cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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How did Central E Township of Saratoga: Precinct Saratoga 2 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By Grundy Reporter | Apr 17, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Grundy Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 423 voters in Central E Township of Saratoga: Precinct Saratoga 2 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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

By Grundy Reporter | Apr 16, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Grundy Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 508 voters in Central Township of Greenfield: Precinct Greenfield cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Who voted in Central Township of Norman: Precinct Norman during 2020 Presidential Election?

By Grundy Reporter | Apr 15, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Grundy Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 184 voters in Central Township of Norman: Precinct Norman cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central Township of Vienna: Precinct Vienna

By Grundy Reporter | Apr 14, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Grundy Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 342 voters in Central Township of Vienna: Precinct Vienna cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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How did Central Village of Minooka: Precinct Aux Sable 4 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By Grundy Reporter | Apr 13, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Grundy Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 1,267 voters in Central Village of Minooka: Precinct Aux Sable 4 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.