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State Senator Sally Turner has announced the launch of the "2024 Outstanding Teacher of the 44th Senate District" program. The initiative aims to acknowledge and celebrate exceptional educators who have made a positive impact on their students and communities."I am excited to launch my '2024 Outstanding Teacher of the 44th Senate District' program and recognize an exceptional teacher who has gone above and beyond for their students," said Senator Turner.The program invites nominations for teachers who demonstrate dedication and excellence in their teaching practices....

Administrative Professionals Day: Thank you Donette!

On April 24, 2024, Administrative Professionals Day was celebrated to honor the hard work and dedication of the professionals who play a crucial role in keeping offices functioning smoothly.Expressing gratitude for the essential contributions of administrative professionals, a heartfelt message was conveyed, stating, "Thank you to all administrative professionals for all that you do!"In a special recognition of exemplary service, a specific individual named Donette was highlighted for her exceptional efforts in ensuring the efficient operation of an office. The message...

Illinois College hosts clay target day for prospective student-athletes

Illinois College is set to introduce a new intercollegiate sport with an event scheduled for Saturday, April 27, 2024. Prospective athletes are invited to meet the college's coaches and student-athletes from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Recap with Rosenthal

The Illinois House of Representatives recently reached its Third Reading deadline for House bills, marking the final date for debate and passage to the Senate. Despite the deadline, the fate of bills that did not advance remains uncertain as they may resurface in various forms later. A total of 324 House bills were passed by the deadline, with a notable focus on Democrat-sponsored bills over Republican-sponsored ones.One Republican bill that faced hurdles was Leader McCombie’s HB 4855, aimed at improving the licensing system in Illinois by allowing electronic payments. In...

Illinois College falls short against Knox College at home finale

The Illinois College baseball team faced Knox College in a Midwest Conference game at Joe Brooks Field, resulting in a 3-6 loss for the Blueboys. Starting pitcher Jacob Smith struggled early, allowing two walks and a single, which led to Knox scoring first with a walk. Etienne Thomas extended Knox's lead with a sacrifice fly.

1 gas station in cities throughout Sangamon County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Apr. 20

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Sangamon County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

School administrators earns 77% more on average than teachers in Hardin County Community Unit School District 1 in 2021-22 school year

The average school administrator’s salary in Hardin County Community Unit School District 1 was $84,867 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $47,945, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Game between Illinois College and Knox moved due to weather forecast

Due to expected bad weather, the Midwest Conference baseball game between Illinois College and Knox College has been rescheduled. Originally set for today, the game will now take place on Wednesday. The first pitch is scheduled for 1:00 p.m.

Catching Up with Coffey

Illinois House of Representatives recently faced the "Third Reading deadline," marking the final date for House bills to be debated and passed over to the Senate. Despite the passage of 324 House bills, including 291 Democrat-sponsored bills and 33 Republican-sponsored bills, concerns were raised about the prioritization of legislation. House Minority Leader Tony McCombie criticized the focus on frivolous bills like a kangaroo ban instead of addressing significant issues facing the state.The Commission on Government Forecasting and Accountability (CGFA) released a...

Illinois College alters track and field schedule for Monmouth event

The Illinois College men's and women's track and field teams have announced a change in their competition schedule for this week. They will now participate in the Monmouth Thursday Night Special.

Dylan Doss named Midwest Conference Track Performer of the Week

Illinois College's Dylan Doss has been recognized as the Midwest Conference Track Performer of the Week, according to an announcement by the league. This marks the second time this year that Doss has received this accolade, though it is his first recognition during the outdoor track season.

5 Good Bills That Passed Through The House

In a recent session at the House, a total of 324 bills were passed, with a significant majority belonging to the Democrat party. Among them, five bills stood out for their positive impact and implications for various sectors.One of the bills, HB4412, focused on amending the Child Care Act of 1969 to enhance child care facility safety and streamline the process of completing criminal background investigations. Another noteworthy bill, HB4874, amended the Illinois Controlled Substances Act to ensure that pharmacists cannot refuse to fill a valid prescription simply because...

Midwest Conference doubleheader rescheduled due to weather forecast

Due to the expected bad weather, the Midwest Conference doubleheader against Knox has been rescheduled. Originally set for today, the games will now take place on Wednesday in Jacksonville, Illinois.

School administrators earns 87.1% more on average than teachers in Chester-East Lincoln Community Consolidated School District 61 in 2021-22 school year

The average school administrator’s salary in Chester-East Lincoln Community Consolidated School District 61 was $85,043 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $45,452, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

How many white students were enrolled in Sangamon County County schools in 2021-22 school year?

In Sangamon County County schools, 17,698 white students were enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Sangamon County residents pay $180,358 in County Sales Tax in January

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

Senate Republicans Raise Concerns Over Likely-Unconstitutional University Funding Plan