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Illinois College men's soccer defeats Millikin; coach Philpott earns milestone win

By K. B. Carroll | Sep 3, 2025

The Illinois College men's soccer team secured a 4-0 victory over Millikin University on Wednesday night at Frank M. Lindsay Field in Decatur, Illinois.

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Illinois faces scrutiny over cashless bail as state sees changes across education aid and tourism

By H. K. Calvert | Sep 3, 2025

Illinois’ recent decision to eliminate cash bail has drawn national attention after President Trump signed an executive order on August 25, directing federal agencies to consider blocking funding to states that have ended the practice.

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Rep. McLaughlin announces free drug disposal and document shredding event for local residents

By S. M. Rogers | Sep 3, 2025

State Representative Martin McLaughlin is organizing a free event for local residents to dispose of prescription drugs and shred documents.

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Rep. Keicher presents resolution honoring The Suter Company's 100th anniversary

By H. K. Calvert | Sep 3, 2025

Rep. Jeff Keicher presented a resolution from the Illinois House of Representatives to Tim Suter, Executive Chairman of The Suter Company, Inc., in recognition of the company’s 100th anniversary. “It was my pleasure to present Tim Suter, Executive...

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Illinois College women’s soccer plays Augustana to scoreless draw

By P. S. Hart | Sep 3, 2025

The Illinois College women's soccer team played Augustana to a 0-0 draw Wednesday night at Thorson-Lucken Field in Rock Island, Illinois.

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Illinois College men’s basketball adds six new players for upcoming season

By K. B. Carroll | Sep 3, 2025

The Illinois College men's basketball team will add six new players to its roster for the 2025-26 season, according to an announcement from Head Coach Steve Schweer.

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Illinois College Lady Blues defeat Millikin University in non-conference tennis match

By K. B. Carroll | Sep 3, 2025

The Illinois College women's tennis team secured a 6-1 victory over Millikin University in a non-conference match held Wednesday at the Fairview Tennis Complex in Decatur, Illinois.

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Kampwerth leads Illinois College Blueboys after first round at Highland Championship

By Sangamon Sun | Sep 3, 2025

Myles Kampwerth led Illinois College Blueboys golf team in the opening round of the Highland Championship, hosted by Augustana College in Rock Island, Illinois.

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Illinois College volleyball players earn all-tournament honors at Lady Blue Challenge

By Sangamon Sun | Sep 3, 2025

Illinois College volleyball players Delani Klaas and Mady Salisbury were named to the All-Tournament Team at the Lady Blue Challenge held in Jacksonville, Illinois.

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Illinois College finishes second at Titan Opener; Biesenthal places third

By Sangamon Sun | Sep 3, 2025

Robby Biesenthal led Illinois College to a second-place finish at the Titan Opener, held Friday evening at Maxwell Park in Bloomington, Illinois.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Logan County in week ending Aug. 23?

By L. A. Mcmillian | Sep 2, 2025

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Logan County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 23, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Mike Coffey visits Springfield consulting firm for “Mike on Main Street” tour

By Sangamon Sun | Sep 2, 2025

State Representative Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) continued his outreach to local businesses in the 95th District as part of his “Mike on Main Street” business tours.

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Keicher hosts roundtable with local first responders in Illinois

By S. M. Rogers | Sep 2, 2025

State Representative Jeff Keicher hosted the annual First Responders Roundtable, bringing together local police and fire leaders to discuss issues affecting first responders.

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State-funded Nonprofit Spotlight: Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago

By H. K. Calvert | Sep 2, 2025

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive three grants totaling $24,000,000 in FY2024 for costs associated with capital improvements at the Southwest City Regional Center, and costs associated with capital improvements at the Summit Emergency Regional Center, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698, Public Act 103-0006).

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Charlie Meier’s new law reduces regulation for small poultry farmers

By Sangamon Sun | Sep 2, 2025

State Representative Charlie Meier’s (R-Okawville) bill, HB 2196, has become law.

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Illinois DOGE Profile: The Children's Place

By H. K. Calvert | Sep 1, 2025

The Children's Place, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $463,000 grant in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

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Illinois College names Cooper Meyer as assistant swimming & diving coach

By Sangamon Sun | Sep 1, 2025

Former Illinois College swimmer Cooper Meyer has been appointed as assistant coach for the men's and women's swimming program, according to an announcement from Head Coach Chris Sykes.

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Logan County in week ending Aug. 23

By L. A. Mcmillian | Sep 1, 2025

The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Logan County was found at three gas stations in the week ending Aug. 23, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Illinois College golfer Macie Petropoulos ties for second in debut at Highland Championships

By Sangamon Sun | Sep 1, 2025

Macie Petropoulos tied for second place in her first collegiate tournament, helping the Illinois College Lady Blues golf team secure a fifth-place finish at the Highland Championships held in Rock Island, Illinois.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Logan County in week ending Aug. 23?

By L. A. Mcmillian | Sep 1, 2025

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Logan County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 23, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.