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How much more does an administrator earn than teachers in Wayne City Community Unit School District 100 in 2021-22 school year?

By SE Illinois News | Apr 14, 2024

The average school administrator’s salary in Wayne City Community Unit School District 100 was $82,436 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $56,303, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

How did Central NE Wabash County: Precinct Friendsville 11 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By SE Illinois News | Apr 14, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a SE Illinois News analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 246 voters in Central NE Wabash County: Precinct Friendsville 11 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Rep. Windhorst Encourages Participation in National Gardening Day

By SE Illinois News | Apr 14, 2024

Today, on April 14, 2024, the nation celebrates National Gardening Day. The day serves as a reminder for individuals to embrace the joys of gardening, be it planting vegetables, flowers, houseplants, or any other greenery. In a statement, Rep. Windhorst excitedly declared, "It’s National Gardening Day!" Encouraging citizens to take advantage of the occasion, he emphasized the importance of spending time outdoors and engaging in gardening activities.As gardening enthusiasts and novices alike gear up to commemorate this day, the focus is on fostering a deeper connection...

Village of Smithton Committee of a Whole met April 9

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Apr 14, 2024

Village of Smithton Committee of a Whole met 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 9.

Which former SE Illinois News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 15?

By SE Illinois News | Apr 14, 2024

These former SE Illinois News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 15.

Wayne County residents pay $46,802 in Countywide Sales Tax in January

By SE Illinois News | Apr 13, 2024

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

Wayne County ranks 65th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during January

By SE Illinois News | Apr 13, 2024

Wayne County residents paid $221,334 in sales taxes, ranking 65th in total sales taxes paid per county in January.

2021-22 School Year: Average school administrator earns 77% more than teachers in Eldorado Community Unit School District 4

By SE Illinois News | Apr 13, 2024

The average school administrator’s salary in Eldorado Community Unit School District 4 was $83,361 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $47,084, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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SE Illinois News area weekly mass times

By SE Illinois News | Apr 13, 2024

The following parishes in the SE Illinois News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central SW Wabash County: Precinct Bellmont 14

By SE Illinois News | Apr 13, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a SE Illinois News analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 260 voters in Central SW Wabash County: Precinct Bellmont 14 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central Wabash County: Precinct Mt Carmel 8

By SE Illinois News | Apr 13, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a SE Illinois News analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 727 voters in Central Wabash County: Precinct Mt Carmel 8 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

How did Eastern City of Mount Carmel: Precinct Mt Carmel 3 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By SE Illinois News | Apr 13, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a SE Illinois News analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 171 voters in Eastern City of Mount Carmel: Precinct Mt Carmel 3 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.