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Holiday Cooking Safety: Tips to Keep Your Thanksgiving Fire-Free

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 21, 2023

Thanksgiving is a time for gathering with loved ones, expressing gratitude, and of course, indulging in a sumptuous feast. However, amidst the joyous celebrations, it is important to prioritize safety in the kitchen. According to statistics, Thanksgiving is the leading day for home fires involving cooking equipment. To ensure the well-being of your friends and family this holiday season, it is crucial to take proactive measures and keep safety at the forefront of your mind while preparing food.One of the key safety tips is to never leave food that you are frying, boiling,...

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State Senator Tom Bennett Expresses Gratitude and Wishes a Happy Thanksgiving

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 21, 2023

State Senator Tom Bennett has expressed his gratitude and wishes a happy Thanksgiving to all his constituents. In a heartfelt message, Senator Bennett stated, "As we approach Thanksgiving, I am full of gratitude and eager to share my thanks with all of you. It is an honor to serve you as your Senator, and I am deeply thankful for that." He emphasized the importance of coming together, appreciating one another, and savoring the often unnoticed good things in life during this holiday season.Senator Bennett hopes that Thanksgiving will bring joy, reflection, and unity to...

Village of Illiopolis Board of Trustees met Sept. 18

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 21, 2023

Village of Illiopolis Board of Trustees met Monday, Sept. 18

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Menard County Zoning Board of Appeals met October 23

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Nov 21, 2023

Menard County Zoning Board of Appeals met 6 p.m. Monday, October 23.

Village of La Grange Zoning Board of Appeals met Oct. 19

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 21, 2023

Village of La Grange Zoning Board of Appeals met Thursday, Oct. 19

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SB0765 Signed into Law and Improves Farm Insurance Coverage

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 20, 2023

Legislation was recently signed into law by the Governor, bringing significant improvements to farm insurance coverage for farmers. The new law, known as SB0765, focuses on adjusting the minimum amount of coverage that farm mutual insurance companies are required to provide.One of the key changes introduced by SB0765 is the requirement for insurance companies to maintain adequate catastrophic reinsurance, as opposed to the previous practice of unlimited catastrophic reinsurance. This adjustment ensures that farm mutual insurance companies have appropriate coverage in the...

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Illinois College dance team wins first place at regional competition

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 20, 2023

The Illinois College dance team achieved notable success at the 2023-2024 Des Moines Regional Competition held last Saturday in Des Moines, Iowa. The team, known as the Lady Blues, participated in two categories: Poms and Jazz.

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2021-22 School Year: What was most represented ethnicity in Sangamon County districts?

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 20, 2023

The most prevalent ethnicity in the Sangamon County district's student body in the 2021-22 school year was white, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Sangamon County Building & Zoning Board of Appeals met Oct. 19

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 20, 2023

Sangamon County Building & Zoning Board of Appeals met Thursday, Oct. 19

Village of Jerome Board of Trustees met Oct. 19

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 20, 2023

Village of Jerome Board of Trustees met Thursday, Oct. 19

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Menard County Districts: Which ethnicity was most represented in 2021-22 school year?

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 19, 2023

In Menard County districts, there were more white students than any other individual ethnicity in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Kayla Rice, former Rock Island High School standout, played on Saturday, November 18 in NCAA D2 game

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 19, 2023

The game took place in Springfield, Illinois.

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Mahomet-Seymour High School standout Durbin Thomas’ college team won in NJCAA game on Saturday, November 18

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 19, 2023

The game took place in Springfield, Illinois.

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On Saturday, November 18, former Mt. Carmel High School standout Rilee Riggs’ college team won in an NJCAA game

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 19, 2023

The game took place in Springfield, Illinois.

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Sydney Warran, former Cascade Senior High School standout, played on Saturday, November 18 in NCAA D2 game

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 19, 2023

The game took place in Springfield, Illinois.

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On Saturday, November 18, former Geneva High School standout Niyah Udoiwod’s college team won in an NCAA D2 game

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 19, 2023

The game took place in Springfield, Illinois.

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Michaela Gibbons, former Hopewell High School standout, played on Saturday, November 18 in NCAA D2 game

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 19, 2023

The game took place in Springfield, Illinois.

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Central High School (Louisville, KY) standout Amaya Asher’s college team won in NCAA D2 game on Saturday, November 18

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 19, 2023

The UIS Prairie Stars won 84-76 in their NCAA D2 game against the Southwest Baptist Bearcats on Saturday, November 18.

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On Saturday, November 18, former Tremont High School standout Whitney Rumbold’s college team won in an NJCAA game

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 19, 2023

The game took place in Springfield, Illinois.

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Shariah Gailes, former Brooklyn High School standout, played on Saturday, November 18 in NCAA D2 game

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 19, 2023

The game took place in Springfield, Illinois.