Our Illinois county has a long heritage of Republican leaders on the local, Illinois and federal levels of government who have been committed to accountable, limited, and loyally constitutional government.

Remembering Wayne Sutherland

"I remember Wayne as being very a conservative Republican and a good Precinct Committeeman. He was active in getting people registered and working with students at Tremont High School.  Wayne struggled with some health problems but stepped up to pull our Trolley float in many our parades. I have good memories of meeting Wayne at the garage and helping hookup the trolley. Wayne was always concerned about the safety of those riding on the Trolley. I shall miss him and his dry sense of humor, RIP my friend it was a privilege to know and work with you."

Lowell Schroeder

Chairman Emeritus Tazewell County GOP

2019 Lincoln Day Dinner

We are excited to announce the Tazewell County Republicans will host Lt. Col. Oliver North, President of the National Rifle Association, at our next Lincoln Day Dinner on April 12th, 2019.  

The Tazewell County Republican Lincoln Day Dinner is our major fundraiser of the year and this will undoubtedly be a sold out event!  Lt. Col. North's inspiring message along with the silent and live auctions planned for the evening will be remembered for years to come and will be a gala you will not want to miss.

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2018 Tazewell County Veteran of the Year

The 2018 Tazewell County Veteran of the Year is James Vernon.  At the annual Veterans' Breakfast at the Knights of Columbus, James was recognized for his act of heroism during an attack at the Morton Public Library on October 12, 2015.  Chairman Jim Rule, a U. S. Navy veteran, explained that veterans embraced a "Code" during their service that explains why many veterans continue service to their community and country long after the end of active duty.  James is an exemplary example of this continuing service.

 Recent Veterans of the Year

William Atkins for County Board District 3

The Tazewell County Republican Party announced today the selection by the elected
Republican Precinct Committeemen in Tazewell County District Three of William “Bill” Atkins of
Washington for the open Republican Party nomination for the upcoming November 6th, 2018,
General Election. Atkins will join Republican incumbent Seth Mingus and Gregory Longfellow to
challenge Democrat Mathew Ward for the three Tazewell County Board District Three seats
available.

William Atkins Press Release

News 

4/18/18 - At the Biennial County Convention, the Precinct Committeemen elected Jim Rule as the Chairman of the Tazewell County Republican Central Committee.

Tazewell County Candidates for November Election

Congratulations to the Tazewell County Republican primary election winners.  We had many hard fought battles and we applaud all who ran for the opportunity to serve the citizens of this great county.

Now, as we look ahead and plan for the November general elections, we must bolster the victorious candidates with our support.  Placing our Republican candidates into elected office is of the greatest importance and we must all unite in this effort. 

Congressman Bob Michel

Words cannot express the deep sorrow felt by Tazewell County Republicans at the loss of our great leader Bob Michel. His decades of service to our country make us proud to say we know him and we will always remember his many accomplishments. He truly had a way about him that gave you confidence in our government, you just knew all was well.

In our eyes, Bob Michel will always be our Hall of Fame Statesmen and Congressman who will live on forever.

On behalf of Tazewell County I want to extend our heartfelt sympathy to the family of Bob Michel in their time of great sorrow.

Mary Burress

Tazewell County Chairman

Robert H. (Bob) Michel Obituary

Rep. Darin LaHood's Statement On the Passing of Bob Michel

Click Here for the statement

President-Elect Donald J. Trump

Election Day 2016 was historic!  Congratulations to all who helped make this happen.

https://www.donaldjtrump.com/

49th Lincoln Day Dinner

On March 4, the Tazewell County Republicans hosted the 49th Lincoln Day Dinner at Embassy Suites East Peoria Riverfront Hotel & Conference Center

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