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The unemployment rate in Logan County hit 5.6% among residents aged 16 and 65 years old in 2021.

How did home valuation prices perform in Logan County in March 2024, compared to March 2023?

In March, the median sale price of a home in Logan County fell by $23,000 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales decreased by 23.7%.

Julia Drake earns second consecutive all-region honor from NFCA

Illinois College pitcher Julia Drake has been named to the All-Region team by the National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) for the second consecutive year. The NFCA announced that Drake was selected as a third-team All-Region IX player.

Rep. Rosenthal opposes Illinois House Bill 2900 on hunting competitions

This week, the Illinois House of Representatives passed House Bill 2900, which seeks to prohibit hunting competitions involving fur-bearing animals such as coyotes and raccoons. State Representative Wayne Rosenthal (R-Morrisonville) has voiced his opposition to the bill, arguing that it could negatively impact efforts to control animal populations that pose a threat to communities.

Rep. Coffey attends Illinois Product Farmers Market opening

Representative Coffey attended a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Illinois Product Farmers Market at the Illinois State Fairgrounds last night. The market provides families with an opportunity to purchase local products, participate in free children's activities, and enjoy live music among other attractions. For more information about the Farmers Market, visit agr.illinois.gov/consumers/illinoisproductsfarmersmarket.html.

Illinois College appoints Zack Jadzak as new assistant men's basketball coach

Zack Jadzak has been appointed as the assistant men's basketball coach at Illinois College, announced by Blueboys' head coach Steve Schweer. Schweer expressed enthusiasm about Jadzak joining the team, stating, "We are very excited to add Zack to our coaching staff. It is always our goal to surround our program with the best people we can. To be able to add a veteran coach who has been a part of some very successful programs and also has significant recruiting connections throughout our region is a huge win for us."

Illinois College athletes compete at Augustana Twilight Qualifier

The Illinois College track and field teams concluded their participation in the Augustana Midwest Twilight Qualifier, held at the Austin E. Knowlton Outdoor Athletic Complex in Rock Island, Illinois. Four athletes represented the college on Thursday.

Illinois College's Louie Bartletti earns second-team All-MWC honors

For the second consecutive season, Illinois College's baseball team has seen one of its student-athletes named to the All-Midwest Conference teams. The league announced today that Louie Bartletti from Illinois College was selected for the All-MWC Second-Team.

Rep. Rosenthal opposes bill banning wildlife hunting competitions

Yesterday, the House passed HB2900 with a roll call of 62-45. This bill prohibits hunting competitions involving fur-bearing animals such as coyotes, raccoons, and squirrels. Rep. Rosenthal voiced opposition to the bill, highlighting the role these competitions play in controlling animal populations, particularly predators, and their significance for local communities.

Drew Detmers, former Glenwood High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Baseball Championship

They open the tournament against Rowan Profs.

Lucas Ryan, former Glenwood High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Baseball Championship

His team enters the tournament as a number three seed.

Q1 Recap: 5 parolees from Sangamon County convicted of homicide set for supervised release

There were five offenders convicted of homicide living in Sangamon County released on parole during the first quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Sangamon Sun.

Lyme Disease Awareness Month: Preventive measures against tickborne illnesses

May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month, an opportunity to shed light on the tickborne disease that impacts millions of Americans. Comprehensive information on how to identify, prevent, and treat Lyme Disease can be found at https://www.illymeassociation.org/.

Jay Rowell appointed full-time golf coach at Illinois College

Illinois College has appointed Jay Rowell as its new golf coach, according to an announcement by Director of Athletics Meghan Roman. Rowell, who has been with the IC athletics department for five seasons, initially took over the program on an interim basis this past spring. During his interim tenure, the Blueboys set four school records, and the Lady Blues secured victories in two out of five tournaments.

Illinois GOP proposes balanced budget; advances human trafficking protection bills

House Republicans have proposed a balanced budget of $52.1 billion for the State of Illinois for FY 2025, in accordance with subsection (b) of Section 2 of Article VIII of the Illinois Constitution. This constitutional provision mandates that fiscal year appropriations must not exceed funds estimated by the General Assembly to be available during that year.

Illinois College track & field competes at Midwest Twilight Qualifier

The Illinois College men's and women's track and field teams participated in the Augustana Midwest Twilight Qualifier at the Austin E. Knowlton Outdoor Athletic Complex in Rock Island, Illinois.

Hattie Bond, former Williamsville Jr High School softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Softball Championship

Her team enters the tournament as a number one seed.

Maya Black, former Glenwood High School softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Softball Championship