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Monday, August 18, 2025
I-CASH in Fairbury on Wednesday!

Who couldn’t use a little extra money from the government these days? Stop by the I-Cash event I am hosting with Senator Sally Turner, Senator Chris Balkema, Representative Jason Bunting,…


Friday, August 8, 2025
The Regan Route: Genective in Farmer City

Genective in Farmer City is quite impressive. It has a great small team that’s advancing crop science in the ag industry which is vital here in the 88th District and…


Thursday, July 31, 2025
The Regan Route Business Tour is Underway!

The Regan Route business tour is underway in the 88th District, beginning in Bloomington with Shannon’s Five Star Restaurant. Shannon’s Five Star is a staple. The owner Shannon and her…


Thursday, July 17, 2025
Illinois Retail Merchants Association Highlights Business in the 88th District

The Illinois Retail Merchants Association’s “We Are Retail Project” works to highlight the different businesses that make up Illinois’ diverse retail community. A recent highlight was for Shooting Star Florist,…


Thursday, July 10, 2025
Team Deering Attends Belflower Fire Truck Dedication

On the 4th of July, the Bellflower Fire Department dedicated their new truck to Andrew Ellis. Andrew loved his family, his town, and being a firefighter. He was instrumental in…


Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Reminder: Traveling Office Hours Today!

My office will be joining State Senator Sally Turner’s again for traveling office hours today. My district staff will be available to help answer questions about state services, as well…


Friday, July 4, 2025
Happy 4th of July!

249 years ago, our forefathers declared righteous independence from an unjust government and established our great country. Since that day, America and the ideals espoused in her Declaration of Independence…


Tuesday, June 24, 2025
IDNR’s State Park Spotlight: Weldon Springs State Park in Clinton

Weldon Springs State Park is a great place to go in the 88th District. Make some time to visit this gem this summer!


Monday, June 23, 2025
Illinois Special Olympics Were Held in Normal

The Special Olympics were held this weekend in Normal. All the athletes were spectacular in their events and their sportsmanship unmatched. Congratulations to all the athletes and their families and…


Monday, June 23, 2025
Deering Attends Re-Dedication of Pfc. Robert C. Burke Memorial Park in Monticello

It was my honor to attend the re-dedication of Pfc. Robert C. Burke Memorial Park in Monticello. There was a moving program commemorating the local 18 year-old Marine’s heroic conduct…