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Rep. Nikki Budzinski voices concerns over VA job cuts and rural healthcare

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 6, 2025

Rep. Nikki Budzinski shared her views on social media concerning significant issues affecting veterans' affairs and rural healthcare access on March 6, 2025.

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Illinois College softball team secures victories over Heidelberg and Adrian

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 6, 2025

The Illinois College softball team showcased a strong offensive performance during their annual spring trip to Florida, scoring a total of 23 runs in two games on Thursday.

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Nikki Budzinski shares constituent's layoff story and discusses presidential address

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 6, 2025

In recent tweets dated March 5-6, Rep. Nikki Budzinski addressed local employment issues related to federal layoffs attributed to Elon Musk's policies and discussed agricultural concerns following a presidential speech.

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Illinois senators push new legislation amid rising fentanyl crisis

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 6, 2025

State Senators Sally Turner and Sue Rezin, together with McLean County Coroner Kathleen Yoder, have urged legislative action to address the fentanyl crisis.

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Logan County ranks 42nd in Illinois for government transfer dependency at 24.6% in 2022

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 6, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 24.6% of income in Logan County—ranking it 42nd most dependent among Illinois counties.

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2023-24 school year sees 554 students enrolled at Pawnee Community Unit School District 11

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 5, 2025

Enrollment at Pawnee Community Unit School District 11 were unchanged from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Cheapest E15 gas in cities across Sangamon County in week ending Mar. 1

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 5, 2025

The only price of E15 gas in cities throughout Sangamon County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 1, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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$784,854 in Countywide Sales Tax collected in December 2024 for Sangamon County

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 5, 2025

In December 2024, Sangamon 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 Menard County in week ending Mar. 1?

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 5, 2025

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Menard County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 1, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Logan County in week ending Mar. 1

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 5, 2025

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Logan County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 1, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Audit reveals mismanagement in Pritzker's healthcare program; calls grow for fiscal reform

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 5, 2025

A recent audit by the Auditor General has brought to light significant issues in Governor JB Pritzker’s healthcare program for undocumented immigrants.

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Rep. Nikki Budzinski critiques Trump’s policies affecting families and education

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 5, 2025

U.S. Representative Nikki Budzinski voiced concerns over President Trump's policies in recent tweets dated March 4 and March 5, 2025.

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Rep. Nikki Budzinski addresses key issues including Social Security defense

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 5, 2025

In recent tweets from March 5, 2025, Rep. Nikki Budzinski addressed crucial topics such as defending Social Security against proposed cuts by prominent figures like Trump and Elon Musk; supporting labor rights through legislation like the PRO Act;...

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Which former Sangamon Sun area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, March 8?

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 5, 2025

This former Sangamon Sun area high school standout will be in action on Saturday, March 8.

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Springfield responsible for 2nd-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during December 2024

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 4, 2025

Springfield residents paid $8.4 million in sales taxes, the second highest total paid per municipality in December 2024.

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How many students are enrolled at Lincoln Community High School District 404 in 2023-24 school year?

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 4, 2025

Enrollment at Lincoln Community High School District 404 fell from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Menard County taxpayers give $63,803 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in December 2024

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 4, 2025

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

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Rep. Nikki Budzinski highlights modernization project and humane scorecard achievement

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 4, 2025

In recent tweets dated March 3-4, 2025, Rep. Nikki Budzinski celebrated the commencement of Wieland's modernization project and received recognition from the Humane Act Fund for animal welfare advocacy.

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Jayln Patterson earns Midwest Conference second-team honors

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 4, 2025

Illinois College's Jayln Patterson has been recognized by the Midwest Conference, earning a spot on the All-Conference Second Team.

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Illinois College baseball defeats Wentworth with strong offensive display

By Sangamon Sun | Mar 4, 2025

Illinois College secured a commanding 15-7 victory over Wentworth in Davenport, Florida.