DANVILLE - In conjunction with Hunger Action Month, State Senator Michael Frerichs (D-Champaign), County Board Chairman Gary Weinard, Danville Township Supervisor Mike West and Central Illinois Community Action are hosting a community wide food and fund drive to benefit Danville Township Food Pantry September 15 to 30.

The need for donations does not end with the holiday season. Local food and fund drives are the key sources of food and funding in their effort to alleviate hunger in our community.

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CHAMPAIGN - In conjunction with Hunger Action Month, State Senator Michael Frerichs (D-Champaign) is hosting a food and fund drive to benefit the Eastern Illinois Foodbank from September 15 to 30.

The need for donations does not end with the holiday season. Local food and fund drives are the key sources of food and funding in their effort to alleviate hunger in our community. To make a monetary donation visit eifoodbank.org/donate.

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 SPRINGFIELD – Studies have shown student loans are the largest form of consumer debt in the country.  A new law sponsored by State Senator Michael Frerichs (D-Champaign) will explore ways to help Illinois make college more affordable and to eliminate student-loan debt for future generations.

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URBANA – Working to bring state services and free health screenings to seniors in Urbana, State Senator Michael Frerichs (D–Champaign) is hosting a free senior workshop on Monday, August 18 at the Urbana Public Library.

Date: Monday, August 18, 2014

Time: 9:30 a.m. to noon

Location: Urbana Public Library, 210 W. Greet Street, Urbana, IL

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I’m happy to announce the Illinois State Fire Marshall has now begun accepting applications for the 2015 Small Equipment Grant.

The purpose of this program is to provide grants directly to fire departments, fire protection districts or township fire departments. Our hope is this grant will assist public fire entities in securing equipment they otherwise could not afford.

For more information about the grant opportunity or to fill out the application, click here.

To be considered for this grant opportunity please be sure your application is postmarked no later than September 30, 2014.