State Representative Dennis Tipsword (il) | Representative Dennis Tipsword, Jr. (R) 105th District
State Representative Dennis Tipsword (il) | Representative Dennis Tipsword, Jr. (R) 105th District
Rep. Tipsword's weekly e-newsletter highlights various topics affecting Illinois residents. The newsletter emphasizes the importance of safety during the harvest season, urging drivers to slow down and give space to farmers on the road.
The American Red Cross is calling for blood donations in District 105 due to ongoing hurricane impacts in the Southeast U.S. Those who donate by October 31 will receive a gift card as an incentive.
The Illinois Conservation Foundation has introduced the Illinois Outdoor Excellence Awards to honor significant contributions to conservation and outdoor recreation in the state. Nominations are open until October 31, 2024, with awards across four categories: Outdoor Writer/Author of the Year, Outdoor Volunteer Organization of the Year, Outdoor Business/Business Owner of the Year, and Outdoor Influencer of the Year.
Youth waterfowl hunting opportunities are available this season at various state parks and wildlife areas in Illinois.
The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation has expanded its pilot program for license reinstatement or restoration. Eighteen license types now have online access to reactivation requirements.
Lastly, there is a call for stronger ethics reforms to address long-standing corruption issues in Illinois politics. The current laws are deemed insufficient by some critics who argue that more stringent measures are needed to regain public trust.