My staff and I want to wish you a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! If my office can be of assistance to you during the Holidays, please note my office…

The Holiday Food Drive which began on Tuesday, December 5th, will conclude Wednesday, December 20th at State Representative Amy Elik’s district office, located at 192 Alton Square Mall Dr., Suite…

In less than three years, the United States will commemorate its 250th birthday, or Semiquincentennial, celebration. The Declaration of Independence was signed on July 4, 1776, with the nation’s 250th birthday…

In the post-pandemic era that includes ultra-high inflation and exorbitant interest rates, Americans are spending more than ever for the convenience of having groceries, meals and household items delivered to…

“Thank you State Universities Annuitants Association (SUAA) for inviting me to your meeting at SIUE this week,” said Rep. Elik. “I enjoyed providing an update on what happened during this…

Happy birthday to the U.S. National Guard! Established in 1636, the National Guard is the oldest military organization in the United States. Thank you to all of the men and women…

The days of buying a new vehicle for under $20,000 are nearly over, for now, in the U.S. The average price of a new vehicle is now over $48,000, an…

Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day honors the 2,403 Americans who were killed in the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on this day in 1941. We will always remember those who were…

Living in Illinois means homeowners have to always be prepared for changes in the weather. The climate encapsulates all four seasons in Illinois, and staying ahead of the game can save…

“Grandparent Scams” are often carried out over the phone by people claiming to be a relative of the victim, usually a grandchild, who claims to be in trouble and in…