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News from July 2024

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Illinois sees rise in unemployment; House Republicans introduce job-friendly legislation

By Sangamon Sun | Jul 2, 2024

The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) reported an increase in unemployment for May 2024, rising from 4.8% to 4.9%. This increase included net job losses in the Manufacturing sector (down 2,300 jobs) and Leisure/Hospitality sector (down 1,200 jobs). The state's unemployment rate was notably higher than the national average of 4.0%.

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Students suspended or expelled 40 times in a single school year in Williamsville Community Unit School District 15

By Sangamon Sun | Jul 2, 2024

There were 40 students suspended in Williamsville Community Unit School District 15 in a single school year according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Menard County in week ending June 29?

By Sangamon Sun | Jul 1, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Menard County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 29, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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$70,864 in Countywide Sales Tax collected in April for Logan County

By Sangamon Sun | Jul 1, 2024

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

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

By Sangamon Sun | Jul 1, 2024

There were 587 lawyers in good standing in cities within Sangamon County as of June.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Logan County in week ending June 29?

By Sangamon Sun | Jul 1, 2024

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Logan County was found at three gas stations in the week ending June 29, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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

By Sangamon Sun | Jul 1, 2024

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

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Rep. Coffey hosts social event at Scoop Du Jour in Chatham

By Sangamon Sun | Jul 1, 2024

Rep. Coffey hosted a social event at Scoop Du Jour in Chatham last Saturday to discuss state issues with constituents from the 95th District. Attendees engaged in conversations while children enjoyed ice cream.

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Illinois College names Samantha Mendez new head softball coach

By Sangamon Sun | Jul 1, 2024

Illinois College Names Samantha Mendez Head Softball Coach

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Nation honors postal workers on National Postal Worker Day

By Sangamon Sun | Jul 1, 2024

On July 1, 2024, National Postal Worker Day was celebrated across the United States. Citizens were encouraged to thank postal workers for their dedication in ensuring mail delivery under various weather conditions.

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2023: How much was spent on women’s basketball teams from Sangamon County?

By Sangamon Sun | Jul 1, 2024

Women’s basketball teams from Sangamon County received $583,081 during the 2023 season, up 10.8% from the previous year.