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$20,577 in Countywide Sales Tax collected in January for Menard County

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 3, 2024

In January, Menard County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central W City of Springfield: Precinct Capital 090

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 3, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Sangamon Sun analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 689 voters in Central W City of Springfield: Precinct Capital 090 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

2021-22 School Year: Average school administrator earns 58.4% more than teachers in Springfield School District 186

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 3, 2024

The average school administrator’s salary in Springfield School District 186 was $116,274 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $73,386, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Who voted in Central City of Springfield: Precinct Capital 071 during 2020 Presidential Election?

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 3, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Sangamon Sun analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 333 voters in Central City of Springfield: Precinct Capital 071 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Rep. Coffey Joins IRMA To Discuss Tipped Wages in Illinois

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 3, 2024

Illinois State Representative Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) has joined forces with business leaders and the Illinois Retail Merchants Association (IRMA) to address a proposed law that could potentially impact wages for tipped workers across the state. The new legislation, House Bill 5345, seeks to mandate a minimum wage for tipped workers, which would necessitate restaurants to reorganize their operations."This legislation would cause turmoil in the service industry, causing job creators to cut good-paying positions and putting these businesses at risk of closure,"...

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This Month We Bring Awareness to Distracted Driving

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 3, 2024

In recognition of Distracted Driving Awareness Month, it is highlighted that approximately 3,000 Americans lose their lives each year to distracted driving. Emphasizing the importance of staying focused while behind the wheel, individuals are urged to prioritize safe driving practices.The dangers of distractions while driving, particularly the use of cellphones, are underscored. It is noted that teenagers, in particular, must be aware of this risk, with parents urged to set a responsible example. One speaker warns, "It’s not worth a possible accident or loss of life due...

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Unchanged number of lawyers with active licenses to practice in cities located within Menard County in March compared to previous month

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 2, 2024

There was no change in the number of active legal licenses in cities within Menard County in March compared to the previous month.

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2021-22 School Year: Average school administrator earns 113% more than teachers in Lincoln Community High School District 404

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 2, 2024

The average school administrator’s salary in Lincoln Community High School District 404 was $125,632 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $58,976, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central NW City of Springfield: Precinct Capital 061

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 2, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Sangamon Sun analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 437 voters in Central NW City of Springfield: Precinct Capital 061 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Logan County collects $242,731 in County School Facility Tax in January

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 2, 2024

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

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Sangamon County in week ending Mar. 30?

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 2, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Sangamon County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 30, according to GasBuddy.com.

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2022: Depue Community Unit School District 103 administrators rank 635th in state for average pay

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 2, 2024

Administrators in Depue Community Unit School District 103 earn an average of $94,313 per year, ranking 635th in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Logan County residents pay $241,290 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in January

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 2, 2024

In January, Logan County saw an increase in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Adam Hernandez named Midwest Conference track performer of the week

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 2, 2024

Illinois College's Adam Hernandez has been recognized as the Midwest Conference Track Performer of the Week. The announcement was made by the league today.

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Valuable Resources for First Responders

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 2, 2024

On April 2, 2024, it was highlighted that first responders play a crucial role in ensuring community safety. The article emphasized the importance of providing valuable resources for law enforcement, firefighters, and EMS workers in Illinois.For police officers and their families, the resources include organizations such as the U.S. Department of Homeland Security State and Local Law Enforcement Resource Catalog, Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board, and the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund, among others.Firefighters and their families...

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How did Central Township of Cooper: Precinct Cooper 001 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 2, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Sangamon Sun analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 446 voters in Central Township of Cooper: Precinct Cooper 001 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Cities in Logan County recorded unchanged number of lawyers practicing law in March

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 1, 2024

The number of lawyers with active licenses in cities in Logan County in March remained the same in comparison to the previous month.

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How many lawyers in good standing were practicing law in cities within Sangamon County as of March?

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 1, 2024

Cities within Sangamon County recorded 595 lawyers in good standing to practice law as of March.

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Q1 Parolees Recap: Who was paroled in Sangamon County?

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 1, 2024

There were 83 offenders living in Sangamon County released on parole during the first quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by Sangamon Sun.

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Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central SE City of Springfield: Precinct Capital 099

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 607 voters in Central SE City of Springfield: Precinct Capital 099 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.