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Menard County Emergency Telephone System Board met Monday, April 21

Menard County Board of Commissioners met March 27

Menard County Board of Commissioners met Thursday, March 27

Menard County Sunny Acres Nursing Home & Countryside Estates Advisory Board met April 21

Menard County Sunny Acres Nursing Home & Countryside Estates Advisory Board met Monday, April 21

Ball-Chatham Community Unity School District 5 Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging Committee met March 26

Ball-Chatham Community Unity School District 5 Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging Committee met Wednesday, March 26

Ball-Chatham Community Unified School District 5 Board of Education met April 23

Ball-Chatham Community Unified School District 5 Board of Education met Wednesday, April 23

Illinois House Republicans urge state focus on local economic policies

House Republicans in Illinois are urging the state legislature to focus on policies that directly benefit families and small businesses.

Illinois College softball to play Knox on May 2nd after rain delay

The Illinois College softball team's doubleheader against Knox originally scheduled for Tuesday has been postponed due to rain.

Rep. Rosenthal hosts women to watch recognition conference in Springfield

Honorees from across the state gathered in Springfield on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, for the Women's recognition conference.

Rep. Charlie Meier supports Murray Parents Association in Springfield discussion

This week, Representative Charlie Meier held a meeting with the Murray Parents Association in Springfield. Rep. Meier has long supported the association and individuals with disabilities throughout the state of Illinois.

House Republicans urge focus on state policies amid economic strain

Republican members of the House Revenue and Finance Committee have urged the Illinois General Assembly to focus on state policies that benefit local families and small businesses.

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Which former Sangamon Sun area high school standouts will be in action on Sunday, April 27?

These former Sangamon Sun area high school standouts will be in action on Sunday, April 27.

Q4 2024 Recap: 1 parolee from Logan County convicted of homicide set for supervised release

There was one offender convicted of homicide living in Logan County released on parole during the fourth quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Sangamon Sun.

Pleasant Plains Community Unit School District 8: How many students met or exceeded expectations in ELA in 2023-24 school year?

In the 2023-24 school year, 56.6% of the students in Pleasant Plains Community Unit School District 8 passed the ELA portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

State Representatives advocate for new laws to support family farms in Illinois

On April 23, 2025, three Illinois House Republicans and family farmers convened at the Capitol to advocate for legislative measures aimed at aiding the state's agriculture sector.

Illinois school libraries in 52nd District secure 2025 state grant funding

The Secretary of State’s Office and Representative McLaughlin have announced that state grants for the 2025 fiscal year have been secured for school libraries in Illinois' 52nd District.

Coffey appreciates assistant's work on Administrative Professionals Day

Administrative Professionals Day is set aside to honor the individuals who play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of workplaces.

Illinois College men's soccer camps set to begin in June

The Illinois College Men's Soccer Camps return this June, headlined by Head Coach Evan Philpott, along with assistant coaches John Antoine and Dan Keller.

Blueboys fall to Monmouth in conclusion of conference series

The Blueboys baseball team suffered a 6-3 defeat against Monmouth College on Wednesday afternoon at Glasgow Field, concluding their conference series.

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Which former Sangamon Sun area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, April 26?