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The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Menard County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

2023: Lincoln Elementary School District 27 administrators rank 375th highest in state for average salary

Administrators in Lincoln Elementary School District 27 earn an average of $110,248 per year, ranking 375th highest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Illinois College finishes tenth at Cougar Fall Classic; Jarrett James places sixth individually

The Illinois College men's golf team participated in the Illinois Central College Cougar Fall Classic at Metamora Fields Golf Course, finishing 10th overall with scores of 310 and 307, totaling +48 for the two rounds.

Millikin defeats Illinois College women's soccer team with late flurry

Millikin scored three second-half goals to hand the Illinois College women's soccer team its first loss of the season, 4-2, on Tuesday at England Stadium in Jacksonville, Illinois.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Logan County in week ending Sept. 7?

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Logan County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Pawnee Community Unit School District 11 administrators rank 363rd highest in state for average salary in 2023

Administrators in Pawnee Community Unit School District 11 earn an average of $110,806 per year, ranking 363rd highest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Gonzalez and Sommer earn Midwest Conference honors for soccer

Illinois College's Stella Gonzalez and Haley Sommer have been named the Midwest Conference Women's Soccer Defensive and Offensive Performer of the Week, respectively, according to an announcement by the league today.

National Farm Safety and Health Week emphasizes agricultural safety

It’s National Farm Safety and Health Week, observed from September 15-21. This week serves as an opportunity to emphasize the importance of safety and wellness on farms. The focus is on utilizing proper equipment and taking care of personal health, promoting overall safety for farmers and their families.

Rep. Coffey hosts pizza party for kids completing summer reading program

Rep. Coffey hosted a special pizza party to reward children who completed his Summer Reading Program. Elementary students in the 95th District were encouraged to read eight books over the summer to improve their reading skills. This marks the second year Rep. Coffey has offered this program in his district, and he is looking forward to continuing it in 2025.

Illinois College dance and cheer squads to perform at Cardinals game

JACKSONVILLE, Ill. – Both the Illinois College Dance and Cheer squads will be performing in St. Louis as part of the festivities before tonight's game between the St. Louis Cardinals and Pittsburgh Pirates at Busch Stadium.

Sangamon County home prices fall in July 2024 compared to July 2023

In July, the median sale price of a home in Sangamon County fell by $500 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales increased by 26.1%.

Cheapest premium gas in cities across Logan County in week ending Sept. 7

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Logan County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

1 gas station in cities throughout Logan County had the cheapest E85 gas in week ending Sept. 7

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Logan County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Entertainment event this week in Springfield Metro: Sept. 15-21

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

Analysis: Athens Community Unit School District 213 administrators rank 277th highest in state for average salary in 2023

Administrators in Athens Community Unit School District 213 earn an average of $116,624 per year, ranking 277th highest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Illinois College Women's golf team wins Fighting Scot Fall Invite

The Illinois College Women's golf team triumphed at the Fighting Scot Fall Invite this weekend, held at Gibson Woods Golf Course in Monmouth, Illinois. The Lady Blues clinched the two-day tournament title with a seven-stroke victory over Marian University.

Which former Sangamon Sun area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 16?