September, 2024 Stories | Dupage Policy Journal

Illinois College women’s soccer draws with Ripon in conference opener

By Sangamon Sun | Sep 28, 2024

The Illinois College women's soccer team recorded a 1-1 draw with Ripon in the Midwest Conference opener for both teams on Saturday at England Stadium.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Logan County in week ending Sept. 21?

By Sangamon Sun | Sep 27, 2024

The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Logan County was found at three gas stations in the week ending Sept. 21, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Logan County collects $18,994 in County Sales Tax in June

By Sangamon Sun | Sep 27, 2024

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

Analysis: Pleasant Hill Community Unit School District 3 administrators rank 291st lowest in state for average salary in 2023

By Sangamon Sun | Sep 27, 2024

Administrators in Pleasant Hill Community Unit School District 3 earn an average of $98,541 per year, ranking 291st lowest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Students paid more for higher education in Logan County in 2022-23 school year

By Sangamon Sun | Sep 27, 2024

College tuition fees rose 2.8% in Logan County in the 2022-23 school year, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Logan County in week ending Sept. 21?

By Sangamon Sun | Sep 27, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Logan County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 21, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Illinois Route 66 Mother Road Festival returns to Springfield

By Sangamon Sun | Sep 27, 2024

The 23rd Annual Illinois Route 66 Mother Road Festival and car show will be held in downtown Springfield from September 27-29. This event is known for attracting car enthusiasts and families from the community. The festival will feature live music, the Old Capitol Farmers Market, bounce houses for children, and the well-known burnout competition.

Abandoned Illinois coal mines pose risks for modern development

By Sangamon Sun | Sep 27, 2024

Illinois is home to thousands of abandoned mines, which pose significant concerns for modern development. Over the past 150 years, more than 6,000 coal mines operated in the state, leaving behind a legacy of poorly mapped sites that create potential hazards for homes, businesses, and infrastructure. Alarmingly, only about half of these historic mines have accurate, accessible maps today. The incomplete records leave vast swaths of Illinois vulnerable to issues such as mine subsidence, where the ground above old mines can suddenly collapse, leading to severe damage to...

Illinois College volleyball falls to Rose-Hulman in invitational opener

By Sangamon Sun | Sep 27, 2024

The Illinois College women's volleyball team faced a setback in their opening match of the Rose-Hulman Invitational, losing to the host team, Rose-Hulman.

Rep. Coffey announces "Mike on Main Street" business tours

By Sangamon Sun | Sep 27, 2024

State Representative Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) is launching the “Mike on Main Street” business tours to engage with businesses in the 95th District. His goal is to understand their needs and improve the business climate in Illinois.

Average cost of college went up for students in Jackson County in 2022-23 school year

By Sangamon Sun | Sep 26, 2024

College tuition fees rose 1.2% in Jackson County in the 2022-23 school year, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.

1 gas station in cities throughout Menard County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Sept. 21

By Sangamon Sun | Sep 26, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Menard County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 21, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

586 lawyers in good standing in cities within Sangamon County as of August

By Sangamon Sun | Sep 26, 2024

There were 586 lawyers in good standing in cities within Sangamon County as of August.

Entertainment event this weekend in Springfield Metro: Friday, Sept. 27 - Sunday, Sept. 29

By Sangamon Sun | Sep 26, 2024

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

2023: Rochester Community Unit School District 3A administrators rank 353rd lowest in state for average salary

By Sangamon Sun | Sep 26, 2024

Administrators in Rochester Community Unit School District 3A earn an average of $102,523 per year, ranking 353rd lowest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.