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90.7% of teachers remain in their positions year-over-year in Sangamon County schools

By J. T. Bacon | Nov 2, 2025

With an average salary of $70,843, 90.7% of teachers remain on their positions in Sangamon County schools, according to the 2024 three-year average.

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Who from Springfield Metro area’s former high school athletes will participate in games on Wednesday, Nov. 5?

By S. G. Roy | Nov 2, 2025

On Wednesday, Nov. 5, this former Springfield Metro area high school star will be competing.

Illinois College defeats Grinnell on Senior Day with strong defensive effort

By R. K. Godfrey | Nov 1, 2025

The Illinois College football team secured a 14-7 victory over Grinnell College on Saturday during Senior Day at England Stadium in Jacksonville, Illinois.

Biesenthal sets school record as Illinois College places sixth at MWC Championships

By R. K. Godfrey | Nov 1, 2025

Robby Biesenthal set a new school record for Illinois College at the Midwest Conference Championships held in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Illinois College men's swimming wins Monmouth Invite with three event victories

By R. K. Godfrey | Nov 1, 2025

The Illinois College men's swimming team secured the top spot at the Monmouth Invite, held Saturday at Pepper Natatorium in Monmouth, Illinois.

Illinois College Overwatch ends fall NECC season with focus on future matches

By M. L. Hammonds | Nov 1, 2025

The Illinois College Esports team has completed its Overwatch 2 fall season after competing in the National Esports Collegiate Conference (NECC).

Balkema criticizes passage of Energy Omnibus Bill over potential rise in utility costs

By R. K. Godfrey | Nov 1, 2025

State Senator Chris Balkema (R-Channahon) has expressed concerns about the recently passed “Energy Omnibus Bill,” officially known as SB 25, which he believes will result in higher utility costs and reduced consumer protections for Illinois...

Illinois College Rocket League falls in close series to Gustavus Adolphus

By E. K. Rodriguez | Nov 1, 2025

Illinois College's Rocket League team narrowly lost to Gustavus Adolphus College in a seven-game series on October 27, with the final score 3–4.

Hancock County Health and Miscellaneous Committee will meet November 3

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Nov 1, 2025

Hancock County Health and Miscellaneous Committee will meet at 6:30 p.m. Monday, November 3

Village of Chatham Village Board met Oct. 28

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 1, 2025

Village of Chatham Village Board met Tuesday, Oct. 28

Downing sets top-five program mark as Lady Blues finish eighth at conference championship

By M. L. Hammonds | Nov 1, 2025

Bailey Downing led the Illinois College women's cross country team at the Midwest Conference Championships held in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, on Saturday.

Illinois College Lady Blues volleyball defeats Beloit in four sets

By E. K. Rodriguez | Nov 1, 2025

The Illinois College Lady Blues volleyball team secured a 3-1 victory over Beloit College in a Midwest Conference match held Saturday at Flood Arena in Beloit, Wisconsin.