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News from August 2024

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Test Expectations: How many Menard County students failed to meet mathematics expectations in 2022-23 school year?

By Sangamon Sun | Aug 6, 2024

Of the 649 students who took the IAR in the 2022-23 school year, 82.5% failed the mathematics portion of the test.

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Rep. Coffey advocates for senior citizen protections amid rising costs

By Sangamon Sun | Aug 6, 2024

Representative Coffey is advocating for measures aimed at protecting senior citizens in Illinois from financial burdens exacerbated by high inflation and rising living costs. “High inflation and the cost of living impacts families and retirees across Illinois. I’m proud to back legislation to protect senior citizens and their retirement income to ensure tax relief for those that need it the most. I will always back legislation that supports a cause to make Illinois a more affordable and safer place to live,” stated Coffey.

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How many lawyers were eligible to practice law in cities in Menard County in July?

By Sangamon Sun | Aug 5, 2024

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

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Sangamon County taxpayers give $749,590 in Countywide Sales Tax in May

By Sangamon Sun | Aug 5, 2024

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

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Illinois State Fair kicks off amid energy price hikes and job concerns

By Sangamon Sun | Aug 5, 2024

The Illinois State Fair is set to commence in Springfield on Thursday, August 8. Special days include Ag Day (August 9), Kids Day (August 10), Veterans Day (August 11), and Senior Day (August 12). On these days, specific groups can receive discounted or free admission. The fair will feature agricultural showings, concerts, races, thrill rides, and various events until Family Day on Sunday, August 18.

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Community attends Touch-A-Truck event; new fire station inaugurated

By Sangamon Sun | Aug 5, 2024

A recent Touch-A-Truck community event saw enthusiastic participation from local children, who eagerly explored police cruisers and a fire truck alongside their friends. The event aimed to foster positive interactions between kids and first responders while providing educational experiences.

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Springfield responsible for 2nd-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during May

By Sangamon Sun | Aug 5, 2024

Springfield residents paid $7.9 million in sales taxes, the second highest total paid per municipality in May.

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$68,320 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collected in May for Menard County

By Sangamon Sun | Aug 5, 2024

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

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Entertainment event this week in Springfield Metro: Aug. 4-10

By Sangamon Sun | Aug 4, 2024

Don't miss out on this entertainment event happening in Springfield Metro this week.

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Logan County Board Transportation Committee will meet August 5

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Aug 4, 2024

Logan County Board Transportation Committee will meet at 5:30 p.m. Monday, August 5.

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Village of Pawnee Board of Trustees met July 8

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Aug 4, 2024

Village of Pawnee Board of Trustees met Monday, July 8

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Village of La Grange Community and Economic Development Commission met Aug. 1

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Aug 4, 2024

Village of La Grange Community and Economic Development Commission met Thursday, Aug. 1

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Village of Divernon Board of Trustees met July 10

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Aug 4, 2024

Village of Divernon Board of Trustees met Wednesday, July 10

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Sangamon County OEM/911 Committee met July 31

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Aug 4, 2024

Sangamon County OEM/911 Committee met Wednesday, July 31

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Sangamon County Board Road and Bridge Committee met July 31

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Aug 4, 2024

Sangamon County Board Road and Bridge Committee met Wednesday, July 31

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Sangamon County Court Services Committee met Aug. 1

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Aug 4, 2024

Sangamon County Court Services Committee met Thursday, Aug. 1

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Sangamon County Board met July 9

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Aug 4, 2024

Sangamon County Board met Tuesday, July 9

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Menard County Board of Commissioners met July 9

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Aug 4, 2024

Menard County Board of Commissioners met Tuesday, July 9

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Menard County Sunny Acres Nursing Home & Countryside Estates Advisory Board met July 30

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Aug 4, 2024

Menard County Sunny Acres Nursing Home & Countryside Estates Advisory Board met Tuesday, July 30

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City of Petersburg City Council met July 2

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Aug 4, 2024

City of Petersburg City Council met Tuesday, July 2