DANVILLE – In partnership with the Vermilion County War Museum, State Senator Paul Faraci is collecting store bought or handmade cards at his Danville district office for veterans.  

“This is an easy way to brighten someone’s day,” said Faraci (D-Champaign). “We want to continue this tradition that Senator Bennett started to honor his legacy.”

Faraci is collecting store bought and handmade cards to benefit local veterans at the Illiana Veterans Affairs Hospital. People are encouraged to write kind notes and drop them off at the Vermilion County War Museum, 307 N Vermilion St, Danville, IL 61832 or to his district office, located at 201 N. Vermillion St., Ste. 323, Danville, IL 61832. He is collecting cards until Feb. 9 and then will deliver them to the Illiana Veterans Affairs Hospital on February 13.

People with questions can reach out to Faraci’s office at 217-442-5252.

SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Paul Faraci was sworn in to serve in the Illinois Senate Wednesday. He looks forward to continuing Senator Scott Bennett’s legacy as a champion for those who are often forgotten.

“I will continue to carry out Scott’s mission of protecting families with children living with disabilities, funding our higher education institutions and representing the diverse needs of the 52^nd Legislative District,” said Faraci (D-Champaign). “By putting party politics aside and working together, we can accomplish so much more for our communities.”