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Monday, October 16, 2023
National School Bus Safety Week

Nearly every day, millions of children across the United States line up to ride the bus to school. The school bus is one of the safest modes of transportation, but…


Friday, October 13, 2023
Rep. Elik and Glen Carbon Police Dept. to Host Rx Drug Drop Off Event October 18

State Representative Amy Elik (R-Alton) and the Glen Carbon Police Department will be hosting a drive-through Prescription Drug Drop-Off event in Glen Carbon on Wednesday, October 18 from 10:00 a.m….


Thursday, October 12, 2023
National Farmer’s Day

National Farmer’s Day is a special day set aside to appreciate the hardworking men and women who feed and fuel our world. Thank you to farmers for your dedication to…


Thursday, October 12, 2023
Increase in New Personal Loans Show Finances for Families Shaky

The share of adults in America who reported doing at least ‘okay’ financially fell sharply in 2022 and was among the lowest observed since 2016. At the end of 2022, 39…


Wednesday, October 11, 2023
Rep. Amy Elik’s October Legislative Update

This is my sixteenth update to the citizens of the 111th district, as your State Representative. The summer and fall have been very busy for me and my office staff,…


Tuesday, October 10, 2023
We Stand With Israel

We stand in solidarity with Israel and extend our deepest condolences for all the innocent lives lost in the heinous acts of violence carried out by Hamas terrorists. Pray for…


Friday, October 6, 2023
FREE Electronics drop off for all Madison County residents.

Schedule your Electronic & Hazardous Waste Collection Appointments Today!


Thursday, October 5, 2023
Need help paying your utility bill?

LIHEAP applications are open now for eligible families who need utility bill assistance. Need help with utility bills? LIHEAP applications open today for eligible families Visit www.helpillinoisfamilies.com for eligibility information.


Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Rep. Elik attends local credit union breakfast

Rep. Amy Elik met with local credit union employees at their breakfast in Collinsville Tuesday morning. Elik enjoyed learning more about the issues important to credit unions.


Tuesday, October 3, 2023
Rep. Elik Files Bill to Protect Private Information of Law-Abiding Gun Owners

As law-abiding gun owners are required to register their specific firearms with the Illinois State Police between October 1, 2023 and January 1, 2024, State Representative Amy Elik (R-Alton) filed…