Last Friday, legislation to create a program within the Illinois State Police to provide a stable funding source for veterinary care for retired police dogs, co-sponsored by House Assistant Minority Leader Jackie Haas, passed the House of Representatives. House Bill 3588 will create the Care for Retired Police Dogs Program, which will be managed and […]
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March Updates from Sen. Joyce
March means renewal, as we turn toward warmer spring weather and spring forward our clocks to take advantage of more daylight. In Springfield, it means our work in the spring legislative session is increasing, as we debate and pass laws to improve people’s lives. Every time I drive around the 40th Senate District, I appreciate […]
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Haas to Hold Traveling Office Hours in Park Forest, Monee
In an effort to ensure every 79th District community has access to her office, House Assistant Minority Leader Jackie Haas will continue hosting satellite office hours in the northern part of her district in Monee, in addition to monthly traveling office hours in Park Forest. While Leader Haas’ main district office is in Kankakee, this […]
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Oncologist/Hematologist Joins Franciscan Health Comprehensive Cancer Institute
Oncologist/hematologist Andrea L. Amico, MD, MA, is part of the Patricia A. Joyce Comprehensive Cancer Institute at Franciscan Health Olympia Fields and is accepting new patients. Dr. Amico completed her training and residency at Indiana University School of Medicine in Indianapolis and did fellowship training at the University of Chicago. She is board certified in […]
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Haas to Hold Traveling Office Hours in Park Forest, Monee
In an effort to ensure every 79th District community has access to her office, House Assistant Minority Leader Jackie Haas will continue hosting satellite office hours in the northern part of her district in Monee, in addition to monthly traveling office hours in Park Forest. While Leader Haas’ main district office is in Kankakee, this […]
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County Pop-Up Clinic Vaccinates 250+ Dogs and Cats
Free clinic provided vaccines, microchips, and food for Will County pets. Will County hosted a pop-up pet clinic at the County Office Building on March 11, which vaccinated and microchipped more than 250 local cats and dogs. The event was hosted by Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant, State’s Attorney Jim Glasgow, the K9 Enrichment Initiative, […]
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Rep. Haas Recognizes World Social Work Day and Fellow Illinois Social Workers
On Tuesday, House Assistant Republican Leader Jackie Haas recognized Illinois social workers on World Social Work Day, which is recognized on the third Tuesday of every March. Leader Haas, also a Social Worker, has served her community in that capacity for more than 30 years. “Illinois Social Workers help individuals through the challenges and difficulties […]
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Vaughn’s Kitchen 79th District’s March Local Business Spotlight
For the March Local Business Spotlight, State Rep. Jackie Haas recognized a local Bourbonnais business. She presented a certificate to owners Joshua Vaughn and Catherine Hilgeman to recognize this small business’ importance in the community. “Nothing says home like good food made by our neighbors,” said Rep. Haas. “Vaughn’s Kitchen serves famous Alfredo and Alfredo […]
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Will County Board Approves Election Judge Pay Increase
Will County Clerk Lauren Staley Ferry announced the Will County Board recently approved her request to immediately raise the salaries of election judges, starting with the 2023 Consolidated Election. The base pay for working on Election Day will jump to $200 from $150 for trained election judges. “Our election judges provide an incredibly important service […]
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Will County Early Voting Expands to 25 Locations
Will County Clerk Lauren Staley Ferry reminds voters Early Voting for the April 4 Consolidated Election expanded to 25 locations across Will County on Monday, March 20. Early Voting at the Will County Clerk’s Office, 302 N. Chicago Street in downtown Joliet, also continues through Monday, April 3. Hours for Early Voting vary, depending upon […]