Illinois State Rep. Daniel Swanson (R-Woodhull)
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Recent News About Illinois State Rep. Daniel Swanson (R-Woodhull)
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Scam prevention seminar set for Monday in Galesburg
A scam prevention seminar is scheduled to take place in Galesburg on Monday afternoon. The event is a collaborative effort between Carl Sandburg College and F&M Bank, aimed at educating the public on how to identify and respond to financial scams.
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Sportsmen's Caucus supports Knoxville High School trap shooting team
Last week, a $500 check from the Illinois Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus was presented to the Knoxville High School Trap Shooting Team. The team plans to use the funds to buy shotgun shell pouches for their upcoming competitions.
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Scam prevention seminar hosted by Rep. Swanson set for October 21 in Galesburg
State Representative Dan Swanson (R-Alpha) will collaborate with Carl Sandburg College and F&M Bank to host a seminar focused on scam prevention. The event is scheduled for Monday, October 21, at the Galesburg Public Library's community room from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
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Low-income energy assistance program opens applications for eligible households
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is now available to support income-qualified households. This program provides assistance with natural gas, propane, electricity bills, and furnace needs. Applications are being accepted until August 15, 2025, or until the allocated funds run out.
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Hurricane Helene leaves devastation; communities seek aid across six states
It has been over a week since Hurricane Helene struck, becoming the fourth deadliest hurricane to hit the U.S. mainland since 1950 and the most lethal since Katrina in 2005. The affected areas include Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Alabama. Residents are in urgent need of shelter, water, food, and health care.
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Scam prevention seminar set for October; disaster aid available in Henry County
Representative Dan Swanson has announced a scam prevention seminar to be held in collaboration with Carl Sandburg College. The event is scheduled for October 21 at the Galesburg Library Community Room. Swanson highlighted the importance of being vigilant against financial scams, which have become increasingly prevalent. "Financial scams have targeted many of us in recent years," he stated, emphasizing the need for awareness and prevention.
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Illinois fall trout season opens with catch-and-release option
The Illinois trout season begins this Saturday, October 5, and will continue until Friday, October 18. During this period, fishing is limited to catch-and-release at selected sites. The regular trout season will start at 5 a.m. on Saturday, October 19, allowing anglers to keep up to five trout per day.
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Illinois DMV facilities extend weekday and Saturday hours
Beginning this week, Illinois DMV locations will be open to customers Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., starting half an hour earlier than the previous hours of 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Facilities that offer services on Saturday will also change their hours from 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.-Noon on Saturdays.
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Federal disaster declaration approved for Henry County after July derecho
At least three tornadoes touched down in Henry County during the derecho, two of which were in the Kewanee area.
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Representative Dan Swanson updates on farm safety week and Madigan-related corruption trial
Representative Dan Swanson’s September 20 Capitol News Update covers a range of topics, from farm safety to legal proceedings and community events.
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Farm Safety Week underscores dangers in agriculture
This week marks Farm Safety Week, a time dedicated to emphasizing the importance of safety on farms in Illinois, which involves one of the most crucial yet hazardous occupations in the state.
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Illinois state trooper injured in Scott’s Law crash
Illinois state law mandates that motorists move over or slow down when they see an emergency vehicle on the roadside with its lights activated. The legislation, known as "Scott's Law," was enacted in memory of Scott Gillen, a Chicago firefighter who was killed by a drunk driver while responding to an accident on the side of an expressway.
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Annual Farmer’s Breakfast held at Monmouth American Legion
This weekend marked the Annual Farmer’s Breakfast at the Monmouth American Legion and Ag Roundtable. The event, supported by Vanessa Wetterling, WRAM radio, and various sponsors, brought together community members to discuss agricultural issues.
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Illinois Supreme Court upholds ruling against partisan election overhaul
Representative Dan Swanson has announced a Senior and Veterans Fair to be held on Monday in Macomb. The event, organized in collaboration with State Representative Norine Hammond, Spoon River College Community Outreach, Western Illinois Home Health Care, and McDonough District Hospital, will take place at the Spoon River College Community Center from 9 a.m. to noon. It will feature free health screenings and information from senior service agencies at various levels of government.
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Senior and veterans' fair scheduled for Monday in Macomb
A free senior and veterans' fair will be held in Macomb on Monday morning. The event, organized by State Representative Norine Hammond of Macomb, Spoon River College Community Outreach, Western Illinois Home Health Care, and McDonough District Hospital, aims to provide valuable information and resources for seniors and veterans.
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Senior and veterans fair scheduled for September 9 in Macomb
A free senior and veterans fair is scheduled to take place in Macomb on Monday, September 9. State Representative Norine Hammond of Macomb, Western Illinois Home Health Care, and McDonough District Hospital are organizing the event at the Spoon River College Community Center, located at 2500 E. Jackson Street in Macomb. The fair will run from 9 a.m. until noon.
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Tips for staying safe during extreme heat in Illinois
Very high temperatures are expected to continue across Illinois today. Here are a few tips to keep in mind to stay safe in extreme heat:
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Swanson marks 100 years of family history at Illinois Capitol
State Representative Dan Swanson (R-Alpha) recently showcased a photo book belonging to his grandfather, who served as a page in the Illinois State Senate over 100 years ago.
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Sheriff warns of new danger from SAFE-T Act; senior fair set for September
Representative Dan Swanson has provided an update on recent activities and events in his August 23 Capitol News Update.
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Scam prevention seminar scheduled tomorrow in Alpha
Tomorrow morning, a scam prevention seminar will be hosted in Alpha by Farmers State Bank of Western Illinois and the Illinois Attorney General’s office.