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Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Halloween Costume Drive hosted by Rep. Mike Coffey

State Representative Mike Coffey and The Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Illinois are hosting a Halloween Costume Drive to provide costumes for children who otherwise would not be able…


Friday, September 27, 2024
Rep. Coffey Announces his “Mike on Main Street” Business Tours

Springfield, IL…State Representative Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) is taking the initiative to further understand businesses in the 95th District. His “Mike on Main Street” business tours will start soon, and his…


Friday, September 27, 2024
Illinois Route 66 Mother Road Festival This Weekend in Springfield

The 23rd Annual Illinois Route 66 Mother Road Festival and car show will be taking place in downtown Springfield September 27-29. This is a popular event for the community and…


Wednesday, September 25, 2024
On-Air with State Rep. Mike Coffey to Discuss Illinois Issues

It was great to have conversations with Brad Wike and his son Matt on Sports Radio 1450 at Peerless Cleaning & Restoration Services. It’s always great to visit a local…


Tuesday, September 24, 2024
Important Tips on How To Stay Safe Around Railroad Tracks

Rail Safety Week Make sure you know how to stay safe around railroad tracks in Springfield and surrounding communities. Here are some important rail safety tips from Operation Lifesaver: Rail…


Monday, September 23, 2024
The Illinois Job Market, DMV Update, and More News

JOBS The Illinois unemployment rate is up again in August. The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced Thursday that nonfarm payrolls were up +800 while the unemployment rate increased +0.1 percentage…


Friday, September 20, 2024
Rep. Coffey Attends Children’s Bike Rodeo in Chatham

The Chatham police department and the city’s library hosted their annual Children’s Bicycle Rodeo last Wednesday night and it was full of special events for kids in the community. State…


Friday, September 20, 2024
Has Public Safety Improved in Illinois with No Cash Bail?

One year after Illinois became the first state in the nation to abolish cash bail, the consequences are clear—public safety is being compromised, and the system is failing the very…


Thursday, September 19, 2024
Rep. Coffey Hosts Summer Reading Pizza Party for Kids in the 95th District

Springfield, IL…State Representative Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) hosted a Pizza Party for students who successfully completed his Summer Reading Program. Rep. Coffey encouraged students in the 95th District to read eight…


Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Photos from Rep. Coffey’s Pet Adoption Event in Springfield

I want to thank everyone who stopped by the Pet Adoption Event at Papa Frank’s! Several pets have been adopted and will start to settle in their new home today…