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Menard County Emergency Telephone System Board met August 19

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Aug 24, 2024

Menard County Emergency Telephone System Board met 6 p.m. Monday, August 19.

1 gas station in cities throughout Logan County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Aug. 17

By Sangamon Sun | Aug 23, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Logan County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Sangamon County in week ending Aug. 17?

By Sangamon Sun | Aug 23, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Sangamon County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Rep. Mike Coffey discusses child welfare with local organization

By Sangamon Sun | Aug 23, 2024

This week, Representative Mike Coffey met with the staff of The Center for Youth and Family Solutions to discuss challenges within the state's child welfare system. The meeting aimed to explore solutions that would enhance services for children, families, and communities.

Proposed Grain Belt Express faces legal challenges over financing requirements

By Sangamon Sun | Aug 23, 2024

The proposed "Grain Belt Express" transmission line, intended to carry wind-generated electricity from the Kansas Great Plains to Indiana, faces an uncertain future as it encounters resistance from private property owners in Central Illinois. The 800-mile high-voltage line is designed to transport green energy but would be constructed on private lands, raising concerns among local residents.

Entertainment event this weekend in Springfield Metro: Friday, Aug. 23 - Sunday, Aug. 25

By Sangamon Sun | Aug 23, 2024

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

Illinois Chamber supports bill to aid veteran-owned small businesses

By Sangamon Sun | Aug 23, 2024

HB 2288 amends the Illinois Procurement Code by establishing procurement goals for veteran-owned small businesses. The bill redefines "small business" as one with annual gross sales of less than $150 million, doubling the previous cap of $75 million.

1 gas station in cities throughout Sangamon County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Aug. 17

By Sangamon Sun | Aug 23, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Sangamon County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Sangamon County collects $186,559 in County Sales Tax in May

By Sangamon Sun | Aug 23, 2024

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

How many students failed their English exams in Sangamon County in 2023?

By Sangamon Sun | Aug 23, 2024

Nearly 5 in 10 Sangamon County public students aren't at grade level based on their performance in the English portion of the 2023 SAT.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Sangamon County in week ending Aug. 17?

By Sangamon Sun | Aug 23, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Sangamon County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Cheapest regular gas in cities across Sangamon County in week ending Aug. 17

By Sangamon Sun | Aug 23, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Sangamon County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

How many Menard County students failed their English exams in 2023?

By Sangamon Sun | Aug 23, 2024

Nearly 6 in 10 Menard County public students aren't at grade level based on their performance in the English portion of the 2023 SAT.

How many lawyers in good standing were practicing law in cities within Logan County as of July?

By Sangamon Sun | Aug 23, 2024

Cities within Logan County recorded 10 lawyers in good standing to practice law as of July.

Illinois College women's tennis picked fourth in Midwest Conference preseason poll

By Sangamon Sun | Aug 22, 2024

The Illinois College women's tennis team has been projected to finish fourth in the Midwest Conference Preseason Coaches' Poll, as announced by the league on Thursday.

From Macon Reporter

House District 96 candidate Smith on DNC pro-Hamas protests: ‘The Democrat political class has a responsibility to condemn these actions unequivocally’

By Macon Reporter reports | 3 months ago

House District 96 candidate Lisa Smith has strongly criticized the recent pro-Palestinian protests at the Democratic National Committee (DNC) headquarters in Chicago.

Village of Greenview Village Board met Aug. 19

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Aug 21, 2024

Village of Greenview Village Board met Monday, Aug. 19

Village of Chatham Village Board met July 24

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Aug 21, 2024

Village of Chatham Village Board met Wednesday, July 24

Sangamon County Zoning Board of Appeals met Aug. 15

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Aug 21, 2024

Sangamon County Zoning Board of Appeals met Thursday, Aug. 15

Sangamon County Zoning & Land Use Committee met Aug. 15

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Aug 21, 2024

Sangamon County Zoning & Land Use Committee met Thursday, Aug. 15