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News from October 2023

Village of Pawnee Board of Trustees met Sep. 11

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 9, 2023

Village of Pawnee Board of Trustees met Monday, Sep. 11

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Home valuation prices increased in Sangamon County during Q3 2023

By Sangamon Sun | Oct 8, 2023

The median sale price of a home sold in the third quarter of 2023 in Sangamon County rose by $5,000, while total sales decreased by 14.7%.

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Effective property tax rate in Sangamon County outpaced the national average in Q3 2023

By Sangamon Sun | Oct 8, 2023

Property owners in Sangamon County paid 2% of the value of their homes in property taxes in the third quarter of 2023, which is more than 1.8 times the national average, according to the real estate analysis posted by Sangamon Sun.

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Sangamon County responsible for 9th-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during July

By Sangamon Sun | Oct 8, 2023

Sangamon County residents paid $3.4 million in sales taxes, the ninth highest total paid per county in July.

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Illinois College women's golf team ranks fourth after first day at SLIAC Championships

By Sangamon Sun | Oct 8, 2023

The Illinois College women's golf team began their campaign at the St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Women's Golf Championships with a promising start on Sunday in Metamora, Illinois. The Lady Blues concluded the first day with a team score of 330, placing them fourth among ten teams.

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$68,691 in County School Facility Tax collected in July for Menard County

By Sangamon Sun | Oct 7, 2023

In July, Menard County saw an increase in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Woodford County Education: 60 Black students were enrolled in districts in 2021-22 school year

By Sangamon Sun | Oct 7, 2023

In Woodford County districts, 60 Black students were enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Saturday night football: Springfield Senators are the only local football team playing today - Oct. 7

By Sangamon Sun | Oct 7, 2023

This team from the Sangamon Sun coverage area is scheduled to play later today starting at 1 p.m.

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Home sales in Logan County in week ending Sept. 30

By Sangamon Sun | Oct 7, 2023

There were five reported residential sales in Logan County in the week ending Sept. 30, according to BlockShopper.com.

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Sangamon Sun area weekly mass times

By Sangamon Sun | Oct 7, 2023

The following parishes in the Sangamon Sun coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Week ending Sept. 30: Sangamon County home sales

By Sangamon Sun | Oct 7, 2023

There were 73 reported residential sales in Sangamon County in the week ending Sept. 30, according to BlockShopper.com.

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Illinois College falls to Grinnell in Midwest Conference soccer match

By Sangamon Sun | Oct 7, 2023

The Illinois College men's soccer team faced Grinnell College in a Midwest Conference match on Saturday afternoon, resulting in a 0-1 loss for the Blueboys. This defeat places Illinois College at a record of 7-4-1 overall and 2-1 in conference play.

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Illinois College women's soccer loses to Grinnell with second-half goals

By Sangamon Sun | Oct 7, 2023

The Illinois College women's soccer team faced Grinnell College in a Midwest Conference match on Saturday, resulting in a 0-4 loss for the Lady Blues. The team now holds an overall record of 4-6-2 and a conference record of 0-1-1.

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Carter Brothers Lumber Celebrates 40 Years of Terror and Fright with Haunted Hayrides

By Sangamon Sun | Oct 6, 2023

Sherman, USA - Carter Brothers Lumber is gearing up for their annual Haunted Hayrides, and this year marks a special milestone as they celebrate 40 years of terror and fright. Families from Sherman and surrounding communities are invited to join in on the spooky fun, complete with a bonfire, refreshments, and snacks.The Haunted Hayrides at Carter Brothers Lumber have become a beloved tradition for locals, attracting visitors of all ages. With a reputation for providing thrills and chills, this family event promises an unforgettable experience."We are...

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New Holland-Middletown Elementary School District 88 enrollment numbers in bottom 50% among Illinois districts during 2021-22 school year

By Sangamon Sun | Oct 6, 2023

New Holland-Middletown Elementary School District 88 welcomed 84 students in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Friday night football: where to see the Pleasant Plains Cardinals and 13 other local football teams play today - Oct. 6

By Sangamon Sun | Oct 6, 2023

These teams from the Sangamon Sun coverage area are scheduled to play later today starting at 7 p.m.

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Enrollment Analysis: Black students comprised 22.5% of Sangamon County’s districts student body in 2021-22 school year

By Sangamon Sun | Oct 6, 2023

In the 2021-22 school year, 22.5% of students enrolled in Sangamon County school districts identified as Black.

Village of Divernon Board of Trustees met Aug. 9

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 6, 2023

Village of Divernon Board of Trustees met Wednesday, Aug. 9

Menard County Board of Commissioners met Aug. 8

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 6, 2023

Menard County Board of Commissioners met Tuesday, Aug. 8

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Menard County Education: 16 Black students were enrolled in districts in 2021-22 school year

By Sangamon Sun | Oct 5, 2023

In Menard County districts, 16 Black students were enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.