A central Illinois lawmaker is inviting the public to join her at a local restaurant for an open conversation about the issues of the day in Illinois.

State Sen. Sally Turner will be at the Greenhouse Cafe at Allerton Park from 9 am to 10 am on Tuesday. She invites anyone out to get to know her or bring up any issue that is on your mind.

While the Lincoln Republican tries to put out newsletters and get messages out on social media, Sen. Turner believes there's nothing like face-to-face conversations.

Again, Sen. Turner will be in Monticello from 9 am to 10 am at the Greenhouse Cafe at Allerton Park.