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Senator Michael Hastings announces Matteson set to receive nearly $27 million to improve local roads and highways

Posted on July 20, 2023July 20, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Senator Michael Hastings announces Matteson set to receive nearly $27 million to improve local roads and highways
Senator Michael Hastings announces Matteson set to receive nearly $27 million to improve local roads and highways

Senator Michael Hastings announces Matteson set to receive nearly $27 million to improve local roads and highways State Senator Michael E. Hastings is excited to announce that the Village of Matteson is set to receive $26.6 million in investments to improve local roads and highways. “Our highways and roads serve as a lifeline,” said Hastings…

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Senator Hastings-backed law will help protect consumers

Posted on June 13, 2023June 13, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Senator Hastings-backed law will help protect consumers
Senator Hastings-backed law will help protect consumers

Senator Hastings-backed law will help protect consumers Residents across the Southland will have a new law in place to protect them from annoying auto-renewal fees, thanks to the support of State Senator Michael E. Hastings. “We have all fallen victim to unclear auto-renewal fees,” said Hastings (D-Frankfort). “This new law will now require companies to…

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Hastings pleased to see plan to support people with developmental disabilities, Tinley Park

Posted on June 5, 2023June 13, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Hastings pleased to see plan to support people with developmental disabilities, Tinley Park
Hastings pleased to see plan to support people with developmental disabilities, Tinley Park

Hastings pleased to see plan to support people with developmental disabilities, Tinley Park State Senator Michael E. Hastings is pleased to see the Fiscal Year 2024 budget  signed into law on Wednesday will prioritize support for direct service providers, Tinley Park remediation efforts and historic levels of funding for area higher education facilities. “Next fiscal…

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Funding for mental health and education in Tinley Park secured by Senator Hastings

Posted on May 26, 2023May 26, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Funding for mental health and education in Tinley Park secured by Senator Hastings
Funding for mental health and education in Tinley Park secured by Senator Hastings

Funding for mental health and education in Tinley Park secured by Senator Hastings State Senator Michael E. Hastings joined members of the Illinois State Senate to support a Fiscal Year 2024 budget to promote fiscal responsibility, funding to promote mental health services and support our children’s education opportunities.Hastings (D-Frankfort) released the following statement in response:“The…

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Senator Hastings Golf Classic Monday July 18

Posted on July 12, 2022July 12, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Senator Hastings Golf Classic Monday July 18
Senator Hastings Golf Classic Monday July 18

Senator Hastings Golf Classic Monday July 18 Iraq war veteran, West Point graduate and South suburban Illinois State Senator Michael Hastings hosts his annual Golf Classic to raise funds for his re-election Monday, July 18, 2022. Hastings has served with distinction for 10 years in the Illinois Senate representing Country Club Hills, Flossmoor, Frankfort, Frankfort…

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Cook County Comr Donna Miller lists district 4th of July celebrations

Posted on July 2, 2022July 2, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Cook County Comr Donna Miller lists district 4th of July celebrations
Cook County Comr Donna Miller lists district 4th of July celebrations

Cook County Comr Donna Miller lists district 4th of July celebrations “This 4th of July, celebrate with me and all of our neighbors the freedoms we enjoy!” Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller said. “Do you want to watch Fireworks near you? Here is a list of some events:” Bridgeview 3rd of July Celebration Sunday, July…

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Feds invest $2 million in Frankfort, Illinois

Posted on April 11, 2019April 11, 2019 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Feds invest $2 million in Frankfort, Illinois
Feds invest $2 million in Frankfort, Illinois

Feds invest $2 million in Frankfort, Illinois U.S. Department of Commerce Invests $2 Million to Repurpose an Existing Commercial Facility to Support Growing Industries in West Frankfort, Illinois  On Thursday April 11, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross announced that the Department’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) is awarding a $2 million grant to the city of…

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