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Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central SE Township of Fancy Creek: Precinct Fancy Creek 005

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 9, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Sangamon Sun analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 641 voters in Central SE Township of Fancy Creek: Precinct Fancy Creek 005 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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(Video) Why I Strongly Oppose House Bill 5345

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 9, 2024

On April 9, 2024, a statement was made regarding House Bill 5345, with the speaker expressing clear opposition by stating, "House Bill 5345 is a bad bill, period." The speaker's identity remains unknown.The message conveyed that the government is attempting to address issues that do not exist, and if passed, the bill could potentially lead to significant challenges within the service industry.The discussion around House Bill 5345 is part of a broader context where five House Republican working groups have been diligently working on legislative priorities for the 103rd...

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Illinois College softball sweeps Lawrence to open Midwest Conference play

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 9, 2024

The Illinois College softball team began their Midwest Conference season with a successful sweep against Lawrence, winning 13-0 and 7-5 on Tuesday at Miron Construction Field, St. Norbert. This victory improved IC's record to 7-16 overall and 2-0 in conference play, while Lawrence fell to 6-12 and 0-2.

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Growing Costs of Non-Citizens Taking a Toll on Taxpayers

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 9, 2024

Illinois taxpayers have been facing significant financial burdens due to the costs associated with providing services to undocumented immigrants and asylum seekers, with estimates reaching billions of dollars. According to reports, these expenses have reached approximately $2.84 billion since July 1, 2022, excluding education costs and other state and local services.A breakdown of the estimated taxpayer spending on non-citizens from Fiscal Year 2023 to Fiscal Year 2025 reveals substantial amounts allocated to support services. This includes $478,000 for asylum seeker...

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Analysis: Hardin County Community Unit School District 1 administrators rank 781st in state for average pay in 2022

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 9, 2024

Administrators in Hardin County Community Unit School District 1 earn an average of $84,867 per year, ranking 781st in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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How did Central NE Township of Mechanicsburg: Precinct Mechanicsburg 002 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 9, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Sangamon Sun analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 195 voters in Central NE Township of Mechanicsburg: Precinct Mechanicsburg 002 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Rep. Coffey Opposes USPS Network Consolidation Plan

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 9, 2024

State Representative Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) has voiced his opposition to the United States Postal Service’s (USPS) proposed network consolidation plan, stating that it would have negative consequences for Illinois residents. The plan, which involves redirecting Springfield’s mail processing to St. Louis, Missouri, has raised concerns about job losses and mail delivery delays."The USPS proposal to redirect Springfield’s packages and unprocessed mail to another state over 100 miles away would be devastating to Central Illinois and families in the community," expressed...

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Menard County ranks 70th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during January

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 8, 2024

Menard County residents paid $179,979 in sales taxes, ranking 70th in total sales taxes paid per county in January.

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How much more does an administrator earn than teachers in Williamsville Community Unit School District 15 in 2021-22 school year?

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 8, 2024

The average school administrator’s salary in Williamsville Community Unit School District 15 was $106,318 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $55,562, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Sangamon County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Apr. 6

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 8, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Sangamon County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central NE Township of Rochester: Precinct Rochester 001

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 8, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Sangamon Sun analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 626 voters in Central NE Township of Rochester: Precinct Rochester 001 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central Township of Lanesville: Precinct Lanesville 001

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 8, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Sangamon Sun analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 92 voters in Central Township of Lanesville: Precinct Lanesville 001 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Who voted in Central W City of Springfield: Precinct Capital 100 during 2020 Presidential Election?

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 8, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Sangamon Sun analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 514 voters in Central W City of Springfield: Precinct Capital 100 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Catching Up with Coffey

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 8, 2024

Illinois House Minority Leader Tony McCombie criticized the House Democrats for their priorities during a legislative session, stating, “Republicans showed up with good bills for consideration. Bans on kangaroos and exotic cats made the cut while Republican bills to reduce taxes, hold criminals accountable, and strengthen families were blocked by Democrats." State Representative Mike Coffey expressed concerns about the energy direction in Illinois, emphasizing the need for more time and long-term goals to meet energy objectives: “We certainly cannot keep shutting down...

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Illinois College golf teams excel at McNaughton Memorial tournament

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 8, 2024

The Illinois College men's golf team hosted the 2024 McNaughton Memorial tournament at the Country Club golf course in Jacksonville, Illinois. The Blueboys entered three teams among seven competitors and achieved notable success, securing first and second places while their third team finished fourth.

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Illinois College women's golf wins Country Club Classic

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 8, 2024

The Illinois College women's golf team emerged victorious at the 2024 Country Club Classic held on Monday at the Country Club golf course in Jacksonville, Illinois. The Lady Blues outperformed teams from Blackburn College, Concordia University Wisconsin, and Westminster College to secure the championship with a team score of 322.

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Democrats Prioritize Banning Kangaroos, Quickly Leave Town

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 8, 2024

In a recent turn of events at the House of Representatives, House Minority Leader Tony McCombie expressed strong criticism towards the Democrats for their legislative priorities. McCombie stated, "Republicans showed up with good bills for consideration. Bans on kangaroos and exotic cats made the cut while Republican bills to reduce taxes, hold criminals accountable, and strengthen families were blocked by Democrats. The priorities of this chamber are upside down and it’s immoral to leave early while so much work remains."Adding to the dissent, Rep. Rosenthal voiced...

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2022: Chester-East Lincoln Community Consolidated School District 61 administrators rank 777th in state for average pay

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 8, 2024

Administrators in Chester-East Lincoln Community Consolidated School District 61 earn an average of $85,043 per year, ranking 777th in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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City of Athens City Council met April 4

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Apr 8, 2024

City of Athens City Council met 7 p.m. Thursday, April 4.

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Who voted in Central NE Township of Clear Lake: Precinct Clearlake 001 during 2020 Presidential Election?

By Sangamon Sun | Apr 7, 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 NE Township of Clear Lake: Precinct Clearlake 001 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.