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Illinois College Esports secures second place in UCL Rocket League playoffs

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 6, 2024

The Illinois College Esports team advanced to the finals of the UCL Rocket League Championship after a strong 3-0 victory over Bridgewater College in the lower bracket.

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Lady Blues forecasted fourth in preseason basketball poll

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 6, 2024

The Lady Blues have been projected to finish fourth in the upcoming 2024-25 conference standings, as determined by a poll of league coaches.

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USPS Operation Santa allows adoption of children's letters

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 6, 2024

The United States Postal Service (USPS) has been running the Operation Santa program for over a century, allowing people to adopt and respond to letters addressed to Santa Claus.

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Rep. Mike Coffey discusses tax concerns with Springfield's Aaron's Rent To Own

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 6, 2024

Last week, Representative Mike Coffey visited Aaron’s Rent To Own in Springfield to learn more about the business.

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Illinois College Esports loses MVEC Rocket League match to Buena Vista

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 6, 2024

The Illinois College Esports team faced a challenging night on Tuesday, competing in two UCL playoff matches and a Midwest Esports Conference (MVEC) Rocket League match against Buena Vista.

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Illinois College leads Midwest Conference preseason basketball poll

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 6, 2024

The Illinois College men's basketball team has been chosen to win the 2024-25 Midwest Conference (MWC) championship, according to a vote by league coaches announced today.

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There were 484 white students enrolled in Hardin County districts in 2022-23 school year

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 5, 2024

Hardin County districts had 484 white students enrolled in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Sangamon County in week ending Oct. 26?

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 5, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Sangamon County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 26, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Sangamon County residents pay $758,041 in Countywide Sales Tax in August

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 5, 2024

In August, Sangamon County saw a decrease in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Illinois College E-Sports secures victory over Buena Vista in MVEC SSBU

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 5, 2024

The Illinois College E-Sports team secured a victory against Buena Vista University in the Midwest Video Game Conference (MVEC) Super Smash Bros.

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Illinois College E-Sports advances after defeating Pratt Community College

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 5, 2024

The Illinois College E-Sports team emerged victorious in a crucial match against Pratt Community College on Friday, securing their place in the UCL OW2 playoffs.

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FAQs guide Illinoisans through Election Day procedures

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 5, 2024

Today marks Election Day in Illinois, providing an opportunity for residents who did not vote early or by mail to cast their ballots.

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Illinois College E-Sports triumphs over Glenville State in UCL Valorant playoffs

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 5, 2024

The Illinois College E-Sports team achieved a significant victory against Glenville State in the first round of the UCL Valorant playoffs.

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Illinois faces rising property taxes amid new proposals

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 5, 2024

Chicago's property tax rates are set to rise following a proposal by Mayor Brandon Johnson.

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Illinois voters head to polls as Election Day unfolds

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 5, 2024

Today marks Election Day in Illinois, and residents who have not voted early or by mail are heading to the polls.

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Menard County collects $63,669 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in August

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 4, 2024

In August, Menard County saw a decrease in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Menard County in week ending Oct. 26?

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 4, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Menard County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 26, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Springfield responsible for 2nd-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during August

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 4, 2024

Springfield residents paid $8 million in sales taxes, the second highest total paid per municipality in August.

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Senator Bennett urges reform after suspect's release in fentanyl case

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 4, 2024

In Grundy County, the release of a suspect in a fentanyl case has sparked calls for changes to the SAFE-T Act.

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Major Chase Wilhelm receives Purple Heart and Bronze Star for valor

By Sangamon Sun | Nov 4, 2024

On October 28, 2024, Major Chase Wilhelm from Litchfield was awarded the Purple Heart and Bronze Star with Valor at a ceremony held at the Governor’s Mansion.