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Veteran’s Appreciation Day Holiday Luncheon to be held Dec. 12, 2025

Posted on November 21, 2025November 24, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Veteran’s Appreciation Day Holiday Luncheon to be held Dec. 12, 2025
Veteran’s Appreciation Day Holiday Luncheon to be held Dec. 12, 2025

Veteran’s Appreciation Day Holiday Luncheon to be held Dec. 12, 2025 Illinois Senator Mike Porfirio will join local legislators in celebrating and honoring America’s veterans at a Holiday luncheon to be held at Morton College on Dec. 12, 2025. Among those also attending will be State Sen. Javier Cervantes, State Rep. Lisa Hernandez, State Rep….

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Senator Porfirio applauds more than $20 million in infrastructure repairs coming to the 11th District

Posted on October 24, 2025October 24, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Senator Porfirio applauds more than $20 million in infrastructure repairs coming to the 11th District
Senator Porfirio applauds more than $20 million in infrastructure repairs coming to the 11th District

Senator Porfirio applauds more than $20 million in infrastructure repairs coming to the 11th District State Senator Mike Porfirio secured over $20 million to support infrastructure improvements and construction in the 11th Senate District. “Good quality roads, highways and transportation networks are the foundation for a safe community,” said Porfirio (D-Lyons Township). “The Rebuild Illinois projects…

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Lyons Township Democrats celebrate public support at annual fundraiser

Posted on May 5, 2025May 5, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Lyons Township Democrats celebrate public support at annual fundraiser
Lyons Township Democrats celebrate public support at annual fundraiser

Lyons Township Democrats celebrate public support at annual fundraiser Officials of the Lyons Township Democratic Organization celebrated their growing public support at a fundraiser Thursday at the American Legion Hall in La Grange. Lyons Township Democratic Committeeman Steve Landek and Township Supervisor Christopher Getty welcomed the attendees at the event, which was themed to celebrate…

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Rashid, Porfirio host Town Hall Meeting April 19, 2025

Posted on April 4, 2025April 4, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Rashid, Porfirio host Town Hall Meeting April 19, 2025
Rashid, Porfirio host Town Hall Meeting April 19, 2025

Rashid, Porfirio host Town Hall Meeting April 19, 2025 Join State Representative Abdelnasser Rashid and State Senator Mike Porfirio to discuss legislative updates, the impact of federal changes on Illinois, and the continued efforts to fight for working families. The Town Hall meeting will be held on April, 19 2025 beginning at 12 NOON. It…

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Senator Mike Porfirio hosts Veterans Appreciation Luncheon at Morton College, Monday Nov. 13, 2023

Posted on November 6, 2023November 8, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Senator Mike Porfirio hosts Veterans Appreciation Luncheon at Morton College, Monday Nov. 13, 2023
Senator Mike Porfirio hosts Veterans Appreciation Luncheon at Morton College, Monday Nov. 13, 2023

Senator Mike Porfirio hosts Veterans Appreciation Luncheon at Morton College, Monday Nov. 13, 2023 State Senator Mike Porfirio will host a Veterans Appreciation luncheon at Morton College on Monday, November 13, 2023. Please RSVP to attend the luncheon at the college, 3801 S. Central Avenue, Cicero, Illinois, that begins at 11 AM. Porfirio has been…

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Illinois Senate Candidate Mike Porfirio Fundraiser Sept. 1, 2022

Posted on August 18, 2022August 18, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Illinois Senate Candidate Mike Porfirio Fundraiser Sept. 1, 2022
Illinois Senate Candidate Mike Porfirio Fundraiser Sept. 1, 2022

Illinois Senate Candidate Mike Porfirio Fundraiser Sept. 1, 2022 Democrat endorsed candidate for the 11th Illinois Senate District Mike Porfirio will host a fundraiser for his campaign on Thursday September 1, from 6 PM until 9 PM. The fundraiser will be held at Pescadon Banquets, 6254 S. Archer Road in Summit, Illinois. Tickets for the…

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Porfirio urges “full investigation” into reported racist rant of local official

Posted on July 28, 2022July 28, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Porfirio urges “full investigation” into reported racist rant of local official
Porfirio urges “full investigation” into reported racist rant of local official

Porfirio urges “full investigation” into reported racist rant of local official Mike Porfirio, the Democratic Candidate for the Illinois 11th Senate District, urged the City of Berwyn Wednesday to conduct a “full and transparent investigation” into accusations a city employee and school board member used offensive and racist terms during a confrontation with an African American…

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