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Wednesday, January 8, 2025
104th Illinois General Assembly gets underway; Rep. Sosnowski embarks on new term

State Representative Joe Sosnowski (R-Rockford) and all 118 members of the Illinois House of Representatives gathered on Wednesday for the inauguration of the 104th General Assembly held at the Sangamon…


Monday, December 30, 2024
Rep. Joe Sosnowski statement on the passing of former Rep. Ron Wait

State Rep. Joe Sosnowski (R-Rockford) issued the following statement on the death of former State Rep. Ron Wait (R-Belvidere) on Monday: “I am saddened to hear of the passing of…


Wednesday, December 18, 2024
Rep. Sosnowski, Rep. Keicher, & Sen. Syverson to Host Mobile DMV in Huntley Jan. 7

Following the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, State Representatives Joe Sosnowski (R-Rockford) and Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore) with State Senator Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley) are partnering with the Illinois Secretary of State’s Office…


Tuesday, December 10, 2024
69th District Photo Challenge Winners Announced

Winners have been selected for the annual 69th District Photo Challenge Contest sponsored by State Representative Joe Sosnowski, R-Rockford. The contest is offered each year to give Northern Illinois residents…


Thursday, November 14, 2024
House Republicans introduce legislation to protect home delivered meal program for seniors

House Republicans have introduced legislation to protect funding for programs like Meals on Wheels. The bill (HB 5911) would move $25 million from migrant welcoming centers to support the Home…


Tuesday, October 22, 2024
Rep. Joe Sosnowski named “Friend of Agriculture” by Winnebago-Boone Farm Bureau

The Winnebago-Boone Farm Bureau® has presented the 2024 Friend of Agriculture Award to State Representative Joe Sosnowski, R-Rockford, at the Farm Bureau office located at 1925 S Meridian Road. The…


Friday, October 4, 2024
Rep. Sosnowski, Sen. Syverson partner with Illinois Tollway to host I-PASS ON DEMAND events Oct. 17 in Rockford and Oct. 22 in Cherry Valley

State Sen. Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley) and State Rep. Joe Sosnowski (R-Rockford) are partnering with the Illinois Tollway for two upcoming events – Oct. 17 in Rockford and Oct. 22…


Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Lawmakers to host free Community Shred Event Oct. 5 in Huntley

Area residents wanting to clean out file cabinets and help the environment are welcome to bring their documents and papers for safe and confidential shredding at a free Community Shred…


Monday, September 30, 2024
Rep. Sosnowski named Manufacturing Champion by Illinois Manufacturers’ Association

State Representative Joe Sosnowski (R-Rockford) has been recognized as a “Champion of Manufacturing” by the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association (IMA) for his legislative voting record in support of the manufacturing sector…


Thursday, September 12, 2024
Local photographers encouraged to enter 69th District Photo Challenge; submissions due Nov. 15

Are you a nature lover, architecture fanatic, or simply enjoy taking pictures everywhere you go around the community? If so, this challenge is for you! Area residents are invited to…