April, 2024 Stories | Dupage Policy Journal

Logan County collects $60,247 in Countywide Sales Tax in January

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 1, 2024

In January, Logan County saw a decrease in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Tri-City Community Unit School District 1 administrators rank 609th in state for average pay in 2022

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 1, 2024

Administrators in Tri-City Community Unit School District 1 earn an average of $95,687 per year, ranking 609th in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

My WMAY Interview to Discuss Important Legislation in Illinois

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 1, 2024

Illinois lawmakers recently engaged in a crucial discussion regarding legislation impacting the state and its communities. The conversation took place during an interview with Patrick Pfingsten from WMAY."I was happy to speak with Patrick Pfingsten, from WMAY, about legislation and issues affecting Illinois and communities," stated the interviewee.The interview, which delved into various aspects of legislation in Illinois, sheds light on the ongoing efforts to address significant issues within the state. For more insights and details from the interview, listeners can...

How did Northern City of Springfield: Precinct Capital 016 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 1, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Sangamon Sun analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 364 voters in Northern City of Springfield: Precinct Capital 016 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Driving Agriculture Forward Scholarships Available

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 1, 2024

$1,000 scholarships are available to individuals enrolled in an Illinois Community College Truck Driver Training program through the Driving Agriculture Forward Scholarship. Interested individuals can learn more and apply by visiting www.iaafoundation.org/our-mission-at-work/student-scholarships/apply-for-truck-driving-scholarships/.In other news, National FFA Week recently honored the Future Farmers of America. More details can be found at https://reprosenthal.com/2024/02/17/national-ffa-week-honors-future-farmers-of-america/.

National Public Health Week: Improving Public Health

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 1, 2024

National Public Health Week is currently being observed, highlighting the significance of public health. This year's theme, "Protecting, Connecting, and Thriving: We Are All Public Health," emphasizes the collective responsibility for enhancing public health in communities.According to the National Day Calendar, the week serves as a platform to acknowledge the various factors that contribute to public health, such as safeguarding the environment and ensuring the safety of food and water for consumption. As stated in the article, "There are many aspects of creating and...

Senator Bennett Provides Update: Tragedy Strikes After Prisoner Review Board Decision

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 1, 2024

In a recent turn of events, tragedy struck when a man released by Governor JB Pritzker’s Prisoner Review Board (PRB) went on to kill an 11-year-old boy and critically wound the boy’s pregnant mother. The incident led to the resignation of two members of the PRB. Senator Bennett highlighted this case as just one in a series of controversial decisions made by the board, which has seen the release of numerous convicted murderers and violent offenders during the Governor’s tenure. Senator Bennett stated, "This case is just the latest in a string of controversial decisions made...

Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central E Village of Southern View: Precinct Woodside 011

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 1, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Sangamon Sun analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 269 voters in Central E Village of Southern View: Precinct Woodside 011 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.