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Sangamon County: Medicare dependency reached 5.2% in 2022

In 2022, Medicare transfers made up 5.2% of income in Sangamon County, providing an average of $2,986 per capita to residents.

By Sangamon Sun | May 5, 2025

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Sangamon Sun area weekly mass times

By Sangamon Sun | May 3, 2025

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

Population aging and government transfer dependency in Macon County as of 2022

By Sangamon Sun | May 3, 2025

Since 1970, Macon County’s population aged over 65 has increased by 10.4%, while income from age-related government transfers has fallen by 1.6%.

Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend honors courage and dedication of those who served

By Sangamon Sun | May 3, 2025

This weekend marks the observance of Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend.

Police officers honored at Illinois Peace Officers Memorial Ceremony

By Sangamon Sun | May 1, 2025

State Representative Jeff Keicher joined state officials and law enforcement personnel to honor Illinois police officers who died in duty over the past year.

Spring cleaning your digital life: tips for efficiency and organization

By Sangamon Sun | May 1, 2025

Spring is traditionally associated with renewal and cleaning, and it's not only about physical spaces anymore.

Illinois legislators honor Vietnam War veterans on 50th anniversary

By Sangamon Sun | May 1, 2025

State Rep. Wayne Rosenthal, R-Morrisonville, alongside a bipartisan group of Illinois legislators, commemorated the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War's conclusion at a press conference in Springfield.

Logan County residents pay $32,573 in County Sales Tax in February

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

$303,706 in County Sales Tax collected in 2024 for Menard County

In 2024, Menard County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous year.

Rep. Meier advocates for Dorsey family amid DHS relocation disputes

Rep. Charlie Meier is actively supporting the Dorsey family in their efforts to prevent their son, Gregory Dorsey, from being relocated to a state-operated developmental center (SODC) far from their home.

Illinois Senate approves bill regulating "zombie drug" xylazine

In a significant move to combat the rising threat of certain synthetic drugs in Illinois, the state's Senate has approved legislation aimed at more strictly regulating xylazine, often referred to as the "zombie drug."

Representative Keicher supports resolution marking 50 years since the Fall of Saigon

Today, State Representative Jeff Keicher supported House Resolution 249 as a co-sponsor.

Rep. Joe Sosnowski hosts homeschool families at Springfield event

State Representative Joe Sosnowski, along with State Representative John M. Cabello and State Senator Andrew Chesney, invited homeschool families from the Stateline area to Springfield.

Logan County taxpayers give just over $2.7 million in County School Facility Tax in 2024

In 2024, Logan County saw an increase in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous year.

$694,080 in Countywide Sales Tax collected in February for Sangamon County

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

Logan County collects $68,414 in Countywide Sales Tax in February

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

Illinois representative criticizes governor's remarks against Republicans