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Home sales during week ending June 15 in Sangamon County

By Sangamon Sun | Jun 22, 2024

There were 79 reported residential sales in Sangamon County in the week ending June 15, according to BlockShopper.com.

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Home sales in Logan County during week ending June 15

By Sangamon Sun | Jun 22, 2024

There were nine reported residential sales in Logan County in the week ending June 15, according to BlockShopper.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Sangamon County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending June 15

By Sangamon Sun | Jun 21, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Sangamon County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 15, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Students at Hardin County Community Unit School District 1 suspended or expelled seven times in a single school year

By Sangamon Sun | Jun 21, 2024

There were seven students suspended in Hardin County Community Unit School District 1 in a single school year according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Jackson County's only university spent $4,747,403 on football teams in 2023

By Sangamon Sun | Jun 21, 2024

Jackson County's institution spent $4,747,403 on their football teams in 2023, a 16.7% increase over the previous year.

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Sacred Heart-Griffin discusses public safety near former Bally Vaughn apartments

By Sangamon Sun | Jun 21, 2024

The President of Sacred Heart-Griffin High School, Dr. Bill Moredock, met with a representative to discuss public safety concerns related to the former Bally Vaughn apartment complex situated across the street from the high school. Both parties expressed a mutual understanding of the necessity to enhance safety measures for students and nearby residents.

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Illinois offers free camping with fair admission purchase

By Sangamon Sun | Jun 21, 2024

The Illinois State Fair is approaching, and this year brings a special offer from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) and the Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA). They are providing two nights of free camping at select state parks for individuals who purchase a 2024 Illinois State Fair admission book online between June 26 and July 3.

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Sangamon County's universities spent no money on their football teams in 2023

By Sangamon Sun | Jun 21, 2024

Sangamon County's collegiate football teams did not receive any funding during the 2023 season, the same as in the previous year.

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How many times were students suspended or expelled in Greenview Community Unit School District 200 in 2021-22 school year?

By Sangamon Sun | Jun 20, 2024

There were 18 students suspended in Greenview Community Unit School District 200 in a single school year according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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National American Eagle Day highlights conservation success

By Sangamon Sun | Jun 20, 2024

The Bald Eagle holds a significant place in American society as the national animal and bird of the United States. It is prominently featured on the Great Seal of the United States. National American Eagle Day, observed annually, honors this national symbol and raises awareness about protecting bald eagles. The day also promotes educational outreach and encourages efforts to restore bald eagles' natural habitats.

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Illinois issues data breach notice; IDOT announces school safety grants

By Sangamon Sun | Jun 20, 2024

The Illinois Secretary of State’s Office has issued a notice regarding a data breach that may have exposed the personal information of residents. Approximately 50,000 individuals received letters about a “data security incident” from early April, in which an unidentified person accessed the Lake County government’s computer system and sent phishing emails to employees of the Illinois Secretary of State.

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Illinois celebrates National American Eagle Day amid growing wintering population

By Sangamon Sun | Jun 20, 2024

The Bald Eagle holds significant importance in American society as the national animal and bird of the United States, prominently featured on the Great Seal. National American Eagle Day, observed annually, aims to honor this national symbol while raising awareness about bald eagle protection. The day also promotes educational outreach and encourages efforts to restore their natural habitats.

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6 lawyers in good standing in cities within Menard County as of May

By Sangamon Sun | Jun 19, 2024

There were six lawyers in good standing in cities within Menard County as of May.

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Students suspended or expelled three times in a single school year in Greenfield Community Unit School District 10

By Sangamon Sun | Jun 19, 2024

There were three students suspended in Greenfield Community Unit School District 10 in a single school year according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Cheapest diesel in cities across Sangamon County in week ending June 15

By Sangamon Sun | Jun 19, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Sangamon County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 15, according to GasBuddy.com.

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District reports El Paso-Gridley Community Unit School District 11 suspended or expelled students 16 times in a single school year

By Sangamon Sun | Jun 18, 2024

There were 16 students suspended in El Paso-Gridley Community Unit School District 11 in a single school year according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Illinois judge blocks new election law amid GOP objections

By Sangamon Sun | Jun 18, 2024

Democrats introduced significant changes to Illinois election laws during the 2024 Spring Legislative Session, swiftly altering a Senate child welfare bill in early May. The newly enacted legislation changed the procedures for candidates seeking to appear on the ballot for the upcoming November 2024 election.

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Logan County Board Executive & Personnel Committee met June 11

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Jun 18, 2024

Logan County Board Executive & Personnel Committee met 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 11.

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State Representative Mike Coffey tours CWLP in Springfield

By Sangamon Sun | Jun 18, 2024

State Representative Mike Coffey recently toured the City Water, Light & Power (CWLP) facility in Springfield. During his visit, Coffey observed the operational processes and interacted with employees.

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Logan County collects $193,710 in County School Facility Tax in March

By Sangamon Sun | Jun 17, 2024

In March, Logan County saw a decrease in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.