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FOIA Request Sent to Sangamon County Il Clerk & Elections Division Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025

By Sangamon Sun | Feb 5, 2025

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Sangamon County Il Clerk & Elections Division on February 5, 2025.

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Prenatal programs offered by St. John's Women's Center this year

By Sangamon Sun | Feb 5, 2025

Expectant mothers have the opportunity to address their questions about pregnancy through various prenatal education programs offered by St. John’s Women and Infants Center throughout the year.

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FOIA Request Sent to Logan County Il Elections Division Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025

By Sangamon Sun | Feb 5, 2025

FOIA Request to Logan County Il Elections Division Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025.

FOIA Request Sent to Menard County Il Clerk & Elections Division Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025

By Sangamon Sun | Feb 5, 2025

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Menard County Il Clerk & Elections Division on February 5, 2025.

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Rep. Nikki Budzinski addresses resource issues and legislative milestones

By Sangamon Sun | Feb 5, 2025

Rep. Nikki Budzinski addresses concerns about unavailable resources under the Trump administration and seeks input from those affected by his executive actions in recent tweets dated February 4-5, 2025.

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Which former Sangamon Sun area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Feb. 8?

By Sangamon Sun | Feb 5, 2025

These former Sangamon Sun area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Feb. 8.

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Springfield responsible for 2nd-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during November 2024

By Sangamon Sun | Feb 4, 2025

Springfield residents paid $9 million in sales taxes, the second highest total paid per municipality in November 2024.

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Travis Weaver introduces HB2501 in House on Feb. 3—here’s what you need to know

By Sangamon Sun | Feb 4, 2025

The Illinois House introduced House Bill HB2501 on Feb. 3, with Travis Weaver as the lead sponsor.

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Menard County collects $67,609 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in November 2024

By Sangamon Sun | Feb 4, 2025

In November 2024, Menard County saw a decrease in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Kyle Moore introduces HB2463 in House on Feb. 3—here’s what you need to know

By Sangamon Sun | Feb 4, 2025

House Bill HB2463, backed by Kyle Moore, was introduced in the Illinois House on Feb. 3, according to the Illinois General Assembly.

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Haley Garrett named track performer of week by Midwest Conference

By Sangamon Sun | Feb 4, 2025

Illinois College's Haley Garrett has been recognized as the Midwest Conference Women's Track Performer of the Week, according to an announcement made by the league.

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Rep. Nikki Budzinski honors Rosa Parks and raises awareness on World Cancer Day

By Sangamon Sun | Feb 4, 2025

On February 4th, Rep. Nikki Budzinski marked significant occasions through social media posts celebrating Rosa Parks' legacy on her birthday and promoting World Cancer Day awareness while also encouraging community participation in sending...

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Dylan Doss earns third Midwest Conference track performer award

By Sangamon Sun | Feb 4, 2025

Illinois College athlete Dylan Doss has been recognized as the Midwest Conference Men's Track Performer of the Week, according to an announcement made by the league.

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Green Toyota launches $11 million expansion in Springfield

By Sangamon Sun | Feb 4, 2025

Local leaders gathered in Springfield for the groundbreaking ceremony of Green Toyota's new expansion and renovation project.

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Turner’s veteran housing bill progresses; other key legislation updates

By Sangamon Sun | Feb 4, 2025

Legislation aimed at protecting affordable housing for veterans has progressed as State Senator Sally Turner's Senate Bill 39 passed the Senate Judiciary Committee.

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Nikki Budzinski announces significant funding boosts for infrastructure and job creation

By Sangamon Sun | Feb 4, 2025

Rep. Nikki Budzinski recently announced significant federal investments in her district aimed at job creation and infrastructure improvements while celebrating a Grammy win by a local artist.

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Which former Sangamon Sun area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, Feb. 7?

By Sangamon Sun | Feb 4, 2025

This former Sangamon Sun area high school standout will be in action on Friday, Feb. 7.

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Menard County ranks 69th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during November 2024

By Sangamon Sun | Feb 3, 2025

Menard County residents paid $184,063 in sales taxes, ranking 69th in total sales taxes paid per county in November 2024.

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Menard County has no new registered sex offenders in week ending Jan. 26

By Sangamon Sun | Feb 3, 2025

There are no new registered sex offenders living in Menard County in the week ending Jan. 26, according to the Police Sex Offender Registry.

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Menard County residents pay $20,079 in Countywide Sales Tax in November 2024

By Sangamon Sun | Feb 3, 2025

In November 2024, Menard County saw a decrease in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.