WEEK (Peoria): Veterans sharpen skills at Goodwill training program
PEORIA, Ill. — Veterans are waging their own war against unemployment. Dozens of veterans decided to sharpen their skills at Goodwill’s “Veteran Forklift Training program” Friday afternoon. Congresswoman Cheri Bustos was on hand and even participated in the training, joining right in. “We have a lot of skills from the military, but we’re just not […]
Freeport Journal-Standard: Cheri Bustos rallies Freeport-area farmers, biofuel supporters against EPA proposal
FREEPORT – U.S. Rep. Cheri Bustos paid a visit to the Stephenson County Farm Bureau on Thursday to rally support among local farmers and biofuel advocates against a federal proposal to lower the level of biofuel blended into the nation’s fuel supply. It was a message that Ray Baker understands well. Baker is general manager […]
Rep. Bustos Packs Food for Meals on Wheels
ROCKFORD (WIFR) — Congress’ approval rating may not be something to be admired, but that still isn’t stopping some lawmakers from meeting their communities and offering a helping hand. Congresswoman Cheri Bustos spent time Friday at Lifescape Community Services to help pack boxes for Meals on Wheels. The organization provides food for Rockford area residents […]
WHBF Web Extra: Ensuring American Flags are Made in America
The Omnibus includes a provision similar to a bill Representative Cheri Bustos proposed that ensures all American flags bought with federal funds are made here at home. Watch