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Your turn: Let’s take the “Keep Out” sign off Winnebago County
On the corner of 7th street and 6th avenue in Rockford is the old Rockford train station, now the home of the Midtown District. In the...
Apr 11, 20243 min read


Program Looks to Help Illinois Residents With Disabilities Stay in Their Homes
A $7.5 million grant program will give those living with disabilities in Illinois the chance to live on their own, rather than have to...
Apr 11, 20241 min read


New Natural Playground To Be Built At Klehm Arboretum In South Rockford
ROCKFORD — A new natural playground coming to Klehm Arboretum, 2715 S. Main St., will give youth a place to climb and play in a forest...
Apr 11, 20242 min read


Representative West Expresses Gratitude At Blanketing Ceremony
Representative West was honored and humbled to be blanketed at the Community Recognition and Celebration event hosted by the Chicago...
Mar 24, 20241 min read


RACVB & Rep. Maurice West Announce Restaurant Relief Grant Program for Rockford, Winnebago County
ROCKFORD, IL — Illinois State Representative Maurice West (D-67) and the Rockford Area Convention & Visitors Bureau (RACVB) announced the...
Feb 26, 20244 min read


A Closer Look at Illinois' Future: The 2024 Budget Address
In the ever-evolving landscape of Illinois politics and governance, the annual budget address is a much-anticipated event, setting the...
Feb 21, 20243 min read


State Representative Maurice West Announces $2.8M To SouthWest Rockford’s Clarence Hicks Sports Park!
The project is the development of the 50-acre Clarence Hicks Sports Park, including an eight-lane running track; a multi-purpose sports...
Jan 9, 20241 min read


A Decade of Warmth: Reflecting on Our 10th Annual Share the Warmth Drive
For the past ten years, we've been spreading warmth and smiles through our annual Share the Warmth drive. This milestone marks a decade...
Dec 21, 20231 min read


State Representative Maurice West Gives Back with 200 Turkeys
State Representative Maurice West recently collaborated with the West Side Church of God In Christ and Meridian Health to distribute 200...
Dec 16, 20231 min read


2023 Legislator of the Year Award from the Illinois Psychological Association
Representative West was honored to receive the 2023 Legislator of the Year Award from the Illinois Psychological Association. As a...
Oct 27, 20231 min read


House Ethics and Elections Committee
Our democracy is built on the foundation that a vote cast in any election will be tallied quickly, accurately, and securely. Attacks on...
Oct 18, 20231 min read


Empowering the Future: A Memorable Day with Representative West at Flinn Middle School
Representative West, a beacon of inspiration and leadership in our community, recently visited the halls of Flinn Middle School. An...
Oct 13, 20232 min read


Representative West Celebrates Harmon Park Improvements
Neighbors Enjoy New Recreational Amenities at Harmon Park Thanks to Funding Secured by Illinois State Representative Maurice West...
Oct 12, 20232 min read


Representative West Celebrates The Success of Free Kids Cinema
Representative West celebrates the 500+ smiles as they lit up the Coronado Performing Arts Theatre today! 🌟 The FREE MOVIE - KIDS CINEMA...
Aug 26, 20231 min read


Represenative West Invited the Booker Boomers To Take A Personal Tour Of Springfield
Representative West had an unforgettable day with the incredible Booker Boomers at the Capitol! 🏛️🎉 Sharing laughter, stories, and the...
Aug 21, 20231 min read


Prohibit Restrictions on Culturally Significant Graduation Attire
Rep. Maurice West’s Statement on Enactment of Laws to Require Instruction of Native American History and Experience, Prohibit...
Aug 4, 20232 min read


Zachary's Parent Protection Act
State Rep. Maurice West’s Statement on Bill Signing of “Zachary's Parent Protection” Providing Leave for Parents Who Experience the Loss...
Aug 4, 20232 min read


State Rep. Maurice West To Hold 67th District Legislative Update Tour
Rep. West to update residents on legislative progress, funding for community priorities, and actions taken to strengthen local...
Jul 18, 20232 min read


West and Vella Join the NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS to Host Supply Drive
ROCKFORD, Ill. – State Representative Maurice West, D-Rockford, and State Representative Dave Vella, D-Rockford are working in...
Jun 5, 20231 min read


Honoring Native American history
House Bill 1633 introduces a curriculum and task force to include Native American history, including genocides, in schools. Passed Both...
May 31, 20231 min read
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