Sangamon Sun

Sangamon County Jail Committee met Tuesday, Oct. 15

Menard County Board of Commissioners met Oct. 15

Menard County Board of Commissioners met Tuesday, Oct. 15

Logan County Board met Oct. 15

Logan County Board met Tuesday, Oct. 15

Evan Henley: A dedicated leader on and off the field

Evan Henley, a senior captain for the Illinois College Blueboys football team, is recognized for his dedication both on and off the field. Inspired by his mother's love for football, Henley began playing at a young age. Besides football, he enjoys fishing and hopes to go deep-sea fishing in the future. His other interests include cooking, spending time with family, and playing Guitar Hero.

City of Petersburg City Council met Oct. 15

City of Petersburg City Council met Tuesday, Oct. 15

Michael Madigan's trial begins amid calls for ethics reform

Jury selection has commenced in the trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, who faces 23 charges including racketeering, bribery, and official misconduct. Madigan was indicted in March 2022 for his alleged involvement in a bribery scheme with Commonwealth Edison (ComEd), Illinois' largest utility. He served in the Illinois House from 1971 until his resignation in 2021 and held the speakership for much of that time.

Illinois bill mandates proof of citizenship for voter registration

State Representative Mike Coffey, a Republican from Springfield, has announced his support for House Bill 5887. This bill, introduced by House Minority Leader Tony McCombie, requires all voters in Illinois to provide proof of citizenship during voter registration. Rep. Coffey's endorsement aligns with the efforts of several House Republicans who are advocating for enhanced election security measures.

Illinois College men's swimming team starts season with dual victories

The Illinois College men's swimming and diving team began their season with two wins against North Central and Millikin. The events took place at the Decatur Family YMCA Pool on Friday. The Blueboys defeated North Central 122-54 and Millikin 117.5-66.5, marking a successful start to their season with a 2-0 record.

Legislators visit Pontiac Correctional Center over drug exposure concerns

State Senator Tom Bennett, State Senator Terri Bryant, and State Representative Dennis Tipsword recently visited the Pontiac Correctional Center. The purpose of their visit was to engage with the staff regarding the ongoing drug exposure incidents at the facility. They aimed to discuss concerns and explore potential solutions to address these issues.

Illinois College volleyball falls to Grinnell in Midwest Conference

The Illinois College volleyball team faced a setback in their recent match against Grinnell College, resulting in a loss in the Midwest Conference competition.

Illinois College triumphs over PennWest in MEC Valorant match

The Illinois College Esports team secured a significant victory against PennWest in their latest MEC Valorant match. The team achieved a 2-0 win, advancing their season record to 5-1 with only two matches remaining.

Illinois College women’s swim team splits results in season opener

The Illinois College women's swimming and diving team began their season with mixed results in a double dual meet on Friday at the Decatur Family YMCA Pool. The Lady Blues secured a victory against North Central with a score of 103-75 but were defeated by Millikin, finishing with a score of 108-78.

Menard County taxpayers give $29,219 in County Sales Tax in July

In July, Menard County saw a decrease in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

1 gas station in cities throughout Sangamon County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Oct. 12

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Sangamon County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

1 gas station in cities throughout Menard County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Oct. 12

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Menard County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Illinois College esports team triumphs over Radford with dominant performance

The Illinois College Esports team secured a significant victory against Radford University in a MEC SSBU match held on Wednesday. The team from Jacksonville, Illinois, defeated Radford with a decisive 5-0 scoreline. This victory improves Illinois College's record to 5-2 for the season, positioning them well for a top-three seed in the upcoming postseason tournament.

Illinois College students excel in clay target competition

Ann Feldhake, a sophomore from Effingham, Illinois, achieved a perfect score in the Illinois College Clay Target team's Week 4 competition of the fall season. Feldhake completed her first round with a flawless 25-for-25 and followed it up with a score of 22, totaling 47 points.

Concerns rise over carbon sequestration impact on Mahomet Aquifer

The Mahomet Aquifer is a crucial source of drinking water for over half the population in east-central Illinois. In 2015, the US Environmental Protection Agency designated part of the Mahomet Aquifer as a "Sole Source Aquifer," offering additional protections to nearly one million Illinois residents who depend on it for their primary water supply.

Rep. Coffey visits MASCO Packaging & Industrial Supply in Illinois