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Illinois College softball team loses closely contested games during Florida trip

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 4, 2025

The Illinois College softball team faced a challenging day in Winter Haven, Florida, during their annual spring break trip.

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Rep. Nikki Budzinski addresses tariff impact and educational funding cuts

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 4, 2025

Rep. Nikki Budzinski took to social media on March 4, 2025, expressing her opposition to Donald Trump's tariff policies and potential cuts in federal funding for special education services.

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Which former Sangamon Sun area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, March 7?

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 4, 2025

This former Sangamon Sun area high school standout will be in action on Friday, March 7.

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843 students enrolled at Community Unit School District 16 in 2023-24 school year

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 3, 2025

Enrollment at Community Unit School District 16 fell from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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$19,362 in Countywide Sales Tax collected in December 2024 for Menard County

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 3, 2025

In December 2024, Menard County saw a decrease in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Sangamon County in week ending Feb. 22?

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 3, 2025

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Sangamon County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 22, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Logan County residents paid 32nd-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during December 2024

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 3, 2025

Logan County residents paid $560,206 in sales taxes, the 32nd highest total paid per county in December 2024.

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Rep. Rosenthal supports bill raising age for senior driver road tests

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 3, 2025

State Representative Wayne Rosenthal from Morrisonville is advocating for changes to driver license renewal procedures for senior citizens through House Bill 1226, known as the Road Safety & Fairness Act.

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Illinois College softball team narrowly defeated by Simmons and Aurora

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 3, 2025

The Illinois College softball team faced two close defeats during their annual trip to Florida.

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Jordan Closs earns Midwest Conference Pitcher of the Week

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 3, 2025

Illinois College's Jordan Closs has been recognized as the Midwest Conference Pitcher of the Week.

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Blueboys secure walk-off victory against Albion College

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 3, 2025

Trailing for most of the game, the Blueboys secured a 3-2 win against Albion College with a decisive play in the bottom of the ninth inning.

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Kayla Serpa named MWC position player of the week

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 3, 2025

Illinois College senior Kayla Serpa has been recognized as the Midwest Conference Position Player of the Week, according to an announcement by the league.

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Rep. Nikki Budzinski highlights educational and funding concerns

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 3, 2025

In recent social media posts dated March 2-3, 2025, Rep. Nikki Budzinski discussed various topics including educational advocacy with special guest Lisa Quandt at President Trump's address to Congress and called for the release of federal funds...

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Nikki Budzinski discusses factory expansion, LEAP Act, and tariffs on social media

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 3, 2025

U.S. Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski shared insights on social media regarding significant topics affecting her constituents on March 3, 2025.

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America's national anthem: A symbol of resilience from war to official status

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 3, 2025

Throughout the United States' history, many symbols remind us of the nation's past.

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Which former Sangamon Sun area high school standouts will be in action on Thursday, March 6?

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 3, 2025

This former Sangamon Sun area high school standout will be in action on Thursday, March 6.

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2023-24 school year sees 1,021 students enrolled at Athens Community Unit School District 213

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 2, 2025

Enrollment at Athens Community Unit School District 213 rose from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Logan County taxpayers give $233,040 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in December 2024

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 2, 2025

In December 2024, Logan County saw a decrease in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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H-1B Insights: An employer classified under Real Estate and Rental and Leasing industry file 1 petition in Sangamon Sun publication area throughout 2024

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 2, 2025

In 2024, one H-1B petition was filed by an employer classified under the Real Estate and Rental and Leasing industry located within the Sangamon Sun publication area, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Menard County collects $64,119 in County School Facility Tax in December 2024

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 2, 2025

In December 2024, Menard County saw a decrease in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.