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Illinois residents advised on heat safety measures amid ongoing high temperatures
High temperatures are expected to continue across Illinois. Here are a few tips to stay safe in extreme heat:
Illinois State Rep. Amy Grant (R-Wheaton)
Recent News About Illinois State Rep. Amy Grant (R-Wheaton)
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Guidelines issued to prevent Medicare fraud and scams
In 2022, the government reported a loss of approximately $60 billion due to Medicare fraud. To help individuals identify and avoid such scams, experts have outlined several precautionary measures.
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Take Your Dog to Work Day celebrated in DuPage County
DuPage County – "Every day is Take Your Dog to Work Day at my office! We love celebrating our furry friends and their owners," said an enthusiastic participant. The event encourages employees to bring their dogs to work, provided the workplace is dog-friendly.
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Mobile DMVs coming to DuPage County this summer
State Representative Amy Grant and State Senator Seth Lewis are set to bring two separate Mobile DMV offerings to DuPage County residents this summer. The events will be hosted in coordination with the Secretary of State and offered to all residents who pre-register on Rep. Grant’s website. Pre-registration for the event is required.
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Rep. Amy Grant addresses needs of DuPage County residents
ILLINOIS – State Rep. Amy Grant (R-Wheaton) is working to represent the needs of DuPage County residents. The gallery below has some images of her in action in committee hearings and on the house floor.
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Rep. Amy Grant encourages food pantry donations amid summer shortage
State Representative Amy Grant (R-Wheaton) is urging residents to donate to their local food pantries. Many food pantries across Illinois face challenges in attracting donations during the summer months, despite a persistent need.
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Fishing derby canceled due to harmful algae bloom detection
State Senator Seth Lewis (R-Bartlett) and State Representative Amy Grant (R-Wheaton) have announced the cancellation of a Fishing Derby scheduled for Saturday, June 29, at Herrick Lake in Wheaton.
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Illinois State Fire Marshal issues summer grilling safety guidelines
The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal has issued a reminder to Illinois residents about the importance of following proper safety practices when using grills during the upcoming July 4th holiday and throughout the summer. According to officials, July is the peak month for grill fires, followed by May, June, and August.
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Intern highlights: Meet Dylan Szatko from Bartlett High School
Over the next few weeks, I will be featuring some of our interns here at the district office. This week, I would like to introduce Dylan Szatko.
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Amy Grant attends Field of Honor event at Seven Gables Park
State Representative Amy Grant attended the Field of Honor event at Seven Gables Park in Wheaton on July 8, 2024. The event featured over 2,000 American flags arranged in evenly spaced columns and rows across the field.
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State Representative Amy Grant participates in Free Slurpee Day at 7-Eleven
Team Grant visited 7-Eleven for Free Slurpee Day on July 11, 2024. The event encourages the public to enjoy complimentary slushies at participating locations.
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Wheaton French Market continues through November with diverse offerings
WHEATON, IL – The Wheaton French Market continues to attract visitors every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., through November 30. Inspired by the scenic markets of France, the outdoor market offers fresh produce, flowers, handcrafted goods, specialty foods, jewelry, crafts, baked goods, and more.
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Illinois athletes to compete in 2024 Summer Olympics
Several athletes from Illinois are set to compete in the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. Among them are Korbin Albert (football, Grayslake), Kamal Bey (wrestling, Oak Park), Kennedy Blades (wrestling, Broadview), Lauren Carlini (volleyball, Aurora), Peter Chatain (rowing, Winnetka), Aaron Cummings (rugby, Chicago), and Anthony Davis (basketball, Chicago). These athletes will participate across various sports including gymnastics, swimming, track and field, and BMX racing.
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Illinois professionals reminded to renew licenses by September deadline
The Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation (IDFPR) is reminding individuals with certain professional licenses currently up for renewal to start the renewal process before their license expires.
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Illinois State Fair seeks nominees for Illinoisan of the Day program
The Illinois State Fair Museum Foundation is seeking ten individuals to spotlight each day of the Illinois State Fair as an Illinoisan of the Day. The program aims to honor individuals who exemplify qualities associated with Illinois, such as integrity, dependability, a sense of community, and strong ethics.