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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Sangamon County in week ending Oct. 5

By Sangamon Sun | Oct 9, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Sangamon County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 5, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Illinois College concludes MEC Rocket League season with mixed results

By Sangamon Sun | Oct 9, 2024

The Illinois College Esports team concluded their MEC Rocket League season with a split outcome in their final matches. Competing against Mount Saint Mary's and Bridgewater College, the team experienced both defeat and victory.

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Pelletier's late goal secures win for Illinois College over Knox

By Sangamon Sun | Oct 9, 2024

Jacob Pelletier's late goal secured a victory for the Illinois College men's soccer team against Knox in a Midwest Conference match held on Wednesday afternoon at Jorge Prats Field. The decisive moment came when Pelletier scored with just over two minutes remaining, leading IC to a 1-0 win.

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Egg recall impacts consumers in Illinois and eight other states

By Sangamon Sun | Oct 9, 2024

More than 60 individuals across nine states, including Illinois, have fallen ill due to Salmonella contamination linked to eggs. According to NBC News, the recall involves eggs labeled as "Milo’s Poultry Farms" or "Tony’s Fresh Market," which started in August. By September 30, the Food and Drug Administration had classified it as “Class I,” indicating the highest risk level on their scale.

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Efforts increase for breast cancer awareness during October

By Sangamon Sun | Oct 9, 2024

In October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month is observed to highlight the impact of breast cancer on millions across the nation. According to the Illinois Department of Public Health, approximately 12,000 women in Illinois are diagnosed with breast cancer annually. This underscores the need for education, early detection, and support.

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Prairie State taxes: Menard County residents rank 68th in total sales taxes paid for July

By Sangamon Sun | Oct 8, 2024

Menard County residents paid $188,134 in sales taxes, ranking 68th in total sales taxes paid per county in July.

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3 fewer attorneys held active licenses to practice law in cities within Sangamon County in Q3 compared to the previous quarter

By Sangamon Sun | Oct 8, 2024

The number of lawyers with active licenses in cities within Sangamon County in the third quarter of 2024 decreased in comparison to the previous quarter.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Logan County in week ending Sept. 28?

By Sangamon Sun | Oct 8, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Logan County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Illinois College women's soccer team starts conference season with consecutive draws

By Sangamon Sun | Oct 8, 2024

Two conference matches have resulted in draws for the Illinois College women's soccer team. The latest match against Knox ended in a scoreless draw at Jorge Prats Field on Tuesday.

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Concerns rise over substance exposure incidents in Illinois prisons

By Sangamon Sun | Oct 8, 2024

Concerns are mounting over potential exposure to dangerous substances in Illinois prisons. Recent reports have highlighted incidents where prison staff and inmates fell ill, requiring medical treatment. These cases are linked to mail sent to inmates that may contain drug-soaked papers. At the Menard Correctional Center, preliminary tests confirmed the presence of fentanyl and synthetic cannabinoids on paper samples.

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Illinois College women's golf finishes fourth at SLIAC Championships

By Sangamon Sun | Oct 8, 2024

The Illinois College women's golf team concluded their 2024 season with a fourth-place finish at the SLIAC Championships held at Metamora Fields Golf Course. The team's performance marked the second-lowest 54-hole team total in the college's history.

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Illinois College falls to VCU in latest esports matchup

By Sangamon Sun | Oct 8, 2024

The Illinois College Esports team faced Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) in a competitive MEC OW2 match on Monday night. The match concluded with a 3-0 victory for VCU, marking a setback for Illinois College (IC) as their season record now stands at 2-2.

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Illinois lawmakers call for independent audit on children's facility abuse allegations

By Sangamon Sun | Oct 8, 2024

Senate Republican Leader John Curran and Senate Republican Caucus Whip Jil Tracy have filed a resolution seeking an independent audit by the Illinois Auditor General. The resolution addresses allegations of violence against children at Aunt Martha’s Integrated Care Center in Chicago, as well as purported attempts by the Pritzker Administration to falsify investigation documents.

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Logan County taxpayers give $21,444 in County Sales Tax in July

By Sangamon Sun | Oct 7, 2024

In July, Logan County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Greenview Community Unit School District 200 administrators rank 15th lowest in state for average salary in 2023

By Sangamon Sun | Oct 7, 2024

Administrators in Greenview Community Unit School District 200 earn an average of $68,252 per year, ranking 15th lowest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Menard County in week ending Sept. 28

By Sangamon Sun | Oct 7, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Menard County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Illinois College women's golf team holds fourth ahead of SLIAC Championship final

By Sangamon Sun | Oct 7, 2024

The Illinois College women's golf team completed the second round of the 2024 SLIAC Conference Tournament in Metamora, Illinois, finishing in fourth place. The team improved their score by 11 shots from the first round but fell two positions. They are nine shots behind the second-place team as they head into the final round.

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Rep. Mike Coffey supports LLCC renovations, discusses community college investment

By Sangamon Sun | Oct 7, 2024

State Representative Mike Coffey participated in a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Lincoln Land Community College (LLCC) to celebrate the renovation of Menard Hall. The updated facility aims to enhance student services by providing a centralized location for assistance on campus.

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Lincoln Land Community College celebrates Menard Hall remodel

By Sangamon Sun | Oct 7, 2024

Lincoln Land Community College (LLCC) celebrated the completion of a remodel of Menard Hall in Springfield, Illinois. The event marked a significant enhancement in student services on campus. This project, which began in 2023, received funding assistance from the State of Illinois.

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FOIA Request Sent to Logan County Regarding Freedom of Information Act Logs on October 7, 2024

By Sangamon Sun | Oct 7, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to Logan County on October 7, 2024.