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In the 2023-24 school year, 60.2% of the students in Teutopolis Community Unit School District 50 passed the Math portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Analysis: Logan County effective property tax rates outpaced the national average in Q4 2024

Property owners in Logan County paid 1.9% of the value of their homes in property taxes in the fourth quarter of 2024, which is more than 1.7 times the national average, according to the real estate analysis posted by Sangamon Sun.

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Sangamon Sun area weekly mass times

The following parishes in the Sangamon Sun coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Q4 2024 Recap: 4 parolees from Sangamon County convicted of homicide set for supervised release

There were four offenders convicted of homicide living in Sangamon County released on parole during the fourth quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Sangamon Sun.

2022: Champaign County aging and government transfer dependency trends

Since 1970, Champaign County’s population aged over 65 has increased by 8.1%, while income from age-related government transfers has risen by 5%.

Illinois College triumphs over Ripon in high-scoring baseball game

In a high-scoring contest at Joe Brooks Field, Illinois College secured a 16-12 victory over Ripon College on Saturday afternoon.

Series finale game time pushed back due to field conditions

The series finale baseball game in Jacksonville, Illinois, originally set for noon against Ripon, will start an hour later due to field conditions.

Illinois College Lady Blues extend win streak to eight after sweeping Cornell

The Illinois College Lady Blues softball team achieved victories against Cornell College in a doubleheader contest at the Van Metre Family Softball Field in Mt.

Illinois College falls to Lake Forest in 7-0 shutout

Lake Forest secured a decisive 7-0 victory over the Illinois College men's tennis team in a recent Midwest Conference dual.

Williamsville Community Unit School District 15: How many students met or exceeded expectations in ELA in 2023-24 school year?

In the 2023-24 school year, 62.8% of the students in Williamsville Community Unit School District 15 passed the ELA portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Sangamon County Liquor Committee met April 15

Sangamon County Liquor Committee met Tuesday, April 15

Sangamon County Jail Committee met April 15

Sangamon County Jail Committee met Monday, April 15

Logan County Board met April 16

Logan County Board met Wednesday, April 16

City of Athens City Council met April 14

City of Athens City Council met Monday, April 14

Arthur Community Unit School District #305 Board of Education met April 16

Arthur Community Unit School District #305 Board of Education met Wednesday, April 16

Recognition for linemen on National Lineman Appreciation Day

National Lineman Appreciation Day serves as a tribute to those who ensure communities remain powered by maintaining electrical services.

Trimingham leads Illinois College at Meet of Champions

Aleese Trimingham led the Illinois College women's track and field team to success at the Augustana Meet of Champions.

Illinois celebrates National Lineman Appreciation Day honoring power workers

National Lineman Appreciation Day is observed annually to honor the individuals who ensure constant electrical service to homes and businesses.

Observance of Good Friday promotes reflection and hope

Good Friday is a day of reflection, remembrance, and gratitude.

Illinois College sweeps Monmouth in impressive softball performances