Southern Illinois News

Bryant: 'Wavey Lester is without exception one of the best candidates I have ever seen'

By Zachary Richter | Sep 21, 2022

In a Sept. 17 Facebook post, Sen. Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro) endorsed Wavey Lester II for the 57th Senate District seat.

Bryant: 'We had a great time at my State Fair Affair fundraising event at the Du Quoin American Legion today'

By Zachary Richter | Sep 6, 2022

Sen. Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro) thanked supporters who came to the State Fair Affair fundraising event at the Du Quoin American Legion.

Windhorst: 'Today I was proud to host friends and supporters for my first ever Franklin County golf outing fundraiser'

By Zachary Richter | Sep 3, 2022

Rep. Patrick Windhorst says he is extremely proud to host his friends and supports at the Franklin County golf outing fundraiser.

Windhorst promotes scholarship program

By Zachary Richter | Aug 28, 2022

In an Aug. 16 Facebook post, Rep. Patrick Windhorst (R-Harrisburg) shared information on a scholarship program for individuals needing to obtain or renew their Commercial Driver's License.

Windhorst: 'Thank you to the many sponsors that are working to prepare students for the start of school'

By Zachary Richter | Jul 19, 2022

Rep. Patrick Windhorst gave the details of the Southern Illinois Back to School Expo through a Facebook post.

Windhorst: 'Thank you to the voters of the 117th District for your support and the great Election Results tonight!'

By Zachary Richter | Jul 6, 2022

In a June 28 Facebook post, Rep. Patrick Windhorst (R-Harisburg) thanked his constituents for supporting him and electing him to the 117th District.

Bryant hosts annual golf outing: "I look forward to a great day of golf and fun with friends and supporters."

By Zachary Richter | May 20, 2022

Sen. Bryant reminds the people of Illinois about the upcoming annual golf outing.

Windhorst on crime measure: 'Serious violent felons will be released 48 hours after arrest'

By Zachary Richter | May 7, 2022

Rep. Patrick Windhorst (R-Harrisburg) says that a measures to make adjustments to the SAFE-T Act don't go far enough.

Bryant posts last-minute nominees to Prisoner Review Board

By Zachary Richter | Apr 11, 2022

Under the heading 'Prisoner Review Board Alert, Sen. Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro) posted some breaking news about the board on Facebook on April 8.

Windhorst on budget: 'I voted no because the people of Illinois deserve a more transparent process'

By Zachary Richter | Apr 11, 2022

In an April 9 Facebook post, Rep. Patrick Windhorst (R-Harrisburg) spoke his mind about the fiscal year 2023 budget that passed both chambers that morning.

Windhorst: Democratic 'policies have also hindered the police from doing their jobs in enforcing the law'

By Zachary Richter | Apr 5, 2022

In a news conference on March 23, Rep. Patrick Windorst (R-Harrisburg) said there's a connection between the passage of the SAFE-T Act and the rising crime rate in Illinois.

Bryant on appropriations bill: 'The fact is, labor and business are not in support of the bill as it's written'

By Zachary Richter | Mar 29, 2022

During a news conference on March 24, Sen. Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro) gave her reasons for opposing Senate Bill 2803, the Democrats' plan to use federal COVID funds to chip away at the unemployment fund debt.

Windhorst: 'The lack of action by the Democrats on the issue of inflation and high gas prices is inexcusable'

By Zachary Richter | Mar 23, 2022

Rep. Patrick Windhorst (R-Harrisburg) says Illinois' high taxes are making life difficult for families.

Windhorst: 'I believe major ethics reforms are needed to end the culture of corruption in Illinois'

By Zachary Richter | Mar 20, 2022

After the indictment of former Speaker of the House Mike Madigan, Republican lawmakers, including Rep. Patrick Windhorst (R-Harrisburg), are looking for stronger ethics reform legislation.

Severin urges portion of highway re-designated 'as a measure of our respect and admiration' for fallen trooper

By Zachary Richter | Mar 17, 2022

Rep. Dave Severin (R-Marion) filed a bill this year to honor a fallen Illinois State Trooper. Frank R. Dunbar was killed in May 1972 during a vehicle accident while he was on duty.

Bryant: Bill 'responsibly addresses soaring prices at the pump'

By Zachary Richter | Mar 17, 2022

With gas prices expected to keep rising, Sen. Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro) is joining her colleagues to call for a limit to the state's motor fuel sales tax.

Windhorst honors Casimir Pulaski

By Zachary Richter | Mar 9, 2022

In a Facebook post on March 7, Rep. Patrick Windhorst (R-Harrisburg) celebrated Casimir Pulaski.