Haven’t done a count, but it seems that fewer people are running for party precinct committeemen. There are some contests, however, which are listed below. Most are in McHenry Township, where the Old Establishment, remnants of the Al Jourdan organization, … Continue reading
Filing on the first day possible to replace State Senator Pam Althoff was McHenry County Board member Craig Wilcox. Yesterday was the last day for filing. McHenry County Board member John Reinert filed to run against Wilcox in the Republican … Continue reading
State Rep. Steve Reick is not yet listed as a candidate for re-election to the Illinois House. That despite the fact that he is acting like a candidate, having taken up the red meat issue for Republicans who are not … Continue reading
District 3 Republican Nancy Gonsiorek Lori Parrish District 4 Republican Pam Althoff District 5 Democrat Frank Wedig, who has previously run on the Green Party ticket. Previous County Board filings may be found here. … Continue reading
A press release from Governor Bruce Rauner: Gov. Rauner signs tax credit bill to help property owners affected by July floods SB 403 provides credit of up to $750 for eligible taxpayers CHICAGO (Nov. 16, 2017) — Gov. Bruce Rauner … Continue reading
This information has been posted previously, but now the candidate herself declares, “I’m running for County Board district 4.” She follows in the footsteps of A.B. McConnell of Woodstock, who served three terms before being too far down on the … Continue reading
Take a look at this screen shot from McHenry Times, a publication financed by Dan Proft: Other than getting Wilcox’ opponent wrong, the article gives favorable treatment to Wilcox. … Continue reading
Wednesday night at McHenry County Sheriff Bill Prim’s Meet and Greet in Marengo, another person told me that he had heard State Senator Pam Althoff was going to run for the County Board. As I was waking up the day … Continue reading
A press release from Governor Bruce Rauner: Gov. Rauner Statement on Senate vote on SB 1905 Chicago (Oct. 24, 2017) – Governor Bruce Rauner issued the following statement following the Senate vote on SB 1905: “Today’s vote could create a … Continue reading
There are three State Senate districts covering parts of McHenry County. Incumbent Pam Althoff has announced her retirement. Two McHenry County Board members have stepped forward in the Republican Primary Election: John Reinert Craig Wilcox. In addition, State Senator Karen … Continue reading
State Rep. Barb Wheeler provided her reaction to Governor Bruce Rauner’s signing of the bill forcing taxpayers to fund abortions for Medicaid recipients and state employees to the Illinois News Network: “I’m just sickened by his decision to sign House … Continue reading
A press release from Governor Bruce Rauner: EDGE tax credit overhaul gets Gov. Rauner’s signature Bipartisan legislation an important tool for job growth in Illinois CHICAGO (Sept. 18, 2017) – Gov. Bruce Rauner today signed legislation (HB162) that overhauls the … Continue reading
While retiring from the Illinois State Senate, Pam Althoff is letting people know that she is going to run for the McHenry County Board is District 4. Long-time member John Hammerand is not running for re-election. One-term incumbent Chuck Wheeler … Continue reading
A press release from State Senator Pam Althoff: Althoff appointed to the Advisory Council on Early Identification and Treatment of Mental Health Conditions Springfield, IL… State Senator Pamela Althoff (R-McHenry) is one of four Illinois lawmakers appointed to serve on the Advisory … Continue reading
A press release from State Senator Pam Althoff and State Rep. Steve Reick: Senator Pamela Althoff and Rep. Steve Reick to Partner on Series of Town Hall Meetings MCHENRY…..State Senator Pamela Althoff (R-McHenry) and State Representative Steve Reick (R-Woodstock) invite residents … Continue reading
Surround by local political influentials and friends, McHenry County Board member John Reinert announced his candidacy for State Senate. In the crowd were current State Senator Pam Althoff, former State Rep. Mike Tryon, County Board members Chris Christensen, Joe Gottemoller, … Continue reading
Here is a press release from the Raue: RAUE CENTER FOR THE ARTS WELCOMES CONGRESSMAN RANDY HULTGREN CRYSTAL LAKE, IL – Raue Center For The Arts is pleased to share Congressman Randy Hultgren visited the theatre on August 23, 2017 … Continue reading
A press release from State Senator Pam Althoff: Althoff law ends the weighted voting system in McHenry County Springfield, IL… Legislation [Senate Bill 666] sponsored by State Senator Pamela Althoff (R-McHenry), which ends the weighted voting system used in Township … Continue reading
A press release from State Rep. David McSweeney: McSweeney Pension Abuse Bill Now Law Springfield, IL – Legislation State Rep. David McSweeney (R-Barrington Hills) sponsored as a response to the Fox Lake scandal involving Lt. Charles Gliniewicz was signed into … Continue reading
A press release from McHenry County Board member Craig Wilcox: Colonel Craig Wilcox To Run for Senate District 32 McHENRY, IL – Retired Air Force Colonel and current McHenry County Board Member Craig Wilcox announces his intent to run for … Continue reading
