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$7,078 in County Sales Tax collected in January for Gallatin County

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

By SE Illinois News | Apr 22, 2024

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Rep. Windhorst Marks Earth Day

Rep. Windhorst Marks Earth DayApril 22, 2024In celebration of Earth Day, Representative Windhorst shared a message encouraging individuals to take action to protect the planet. Windhorst stated, "Happy Earth Day! Today is a great reminder that we need to do the work to keep our planet healthy." The representative also highlighted practical ways for people to get involved, saying, "You can get involved by recycling, cleaning up your local park, or repurposing items for new uses."This call to action serves as a reminder of the importance of environmental stewardship and...

By SE Illinois News | Apr 22, 2024

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Wabash County ranks 78th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during January

By SE Illinois News | Apr 18, 2024

Wabash County residents paid $129,263 in sales taxes, ranking 78th in total sales taxes paid per county in January.

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Rep. Windhorst to Join Senator Fowler and Metropolis PD for FREE Prescription Drug Drop Off Event

By SE Illinois News | Apr 18, 2024

State Sen. Dale Fowler (R-Harrisburg) and State Rep. Patrick Windhorst (R-Metropolis) are teaming up with MCDAC (Massac County Drug Awareness Coalition) and the Metropolis Police Department to host a Prescription Drug Drop Off Day on Saturday, April 27 from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM at the Metropolis Police Department."Having hosted previous prescription drug drop off events, I have been encouraged by the terrific response and the dozens of pounds of drugs that we have been able to keep out of the wrong hands, to help alleviate clutter for people, and to keep our environment...

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Hamilton County collects $21,238 in County Sales Tax in January

By SE Illinois News | Apr 17, 2024

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

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White County taxpayers give $151,329 in County School Facility Tax in January

By SE Illinois News | Apr 17, 2024

In January, White County saw an increase in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Rep. Windhorst Earns Unanimous Support for Legislation Allowing County Sheriffs to Serve on 911 Boards

By SE Illinois News | Apr 17, 2024

State Representative Patrick Windhorst earned unanimous support for legislation that will allow County Sheriffs to serve on local 911 boards. Windhorst serves as the House Republican Floor Leader and the House Republican Spokesman on the House Judiciary Criminal Law Committee."A situation arose where there was a question whether a county sheriff would be able to serve on a 911 board,” Windhorst said. “County Sheriffs are well qualified and valuable members of the law enforcement community. It makes good sense to allow them to serve on 911 boards, and if we can clear up...

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White County residents pay $19,707 in County Sales Tax in January

By SE Illinois News | Apr 16, 2024

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

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Windhorst: This is National Work Zone Awareness Week

By SE Illinois News | Apr 16, 2024

"Windhorst: This is National Work Zone Awareness Week" is the message being echoed as the nation observes National Work Zone Awareness Week. The focus of this week is on reminding drivers to exercise caution and vigilance when navigating through work zones.As the summer construction season approaches, the importance of road safety cannot be overstated. Windhorst emphasized the need for drivers to be mindful of their surroundings and to adhere to work zone speed limits and regulations. It is crucial for drivers to slow down and be alert when driving through construction...

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$43,155 in Countywide Sales Tax collected in January for White County

By SE Illinois News | Apr 15, 2024

In January, White County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Wayne County collects $114,309 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in January

By SE Illinois News | Apr 14, 2024

In January, Wayne County saw an increase in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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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...

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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.

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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.

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$90,801 in County School Facility Tax collected in January for Wabash County

By SE Illinois News | Apr 12, 2024

In January, Wabash County saw an increase in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Wabash County collects $10,851 in County Sales Tax in January

By SE Illinois News | Apr 12, 2024

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

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Senator Fowler Welcomes High School Students to State Capitol for Student Advisory Council

By SE Illinois News | Apr 12, 2024

Senator Dale Fowler recently welcomed Southern Illinois high school students to the State Capitol for his annual Student Advisory Council (SAC). Reflecting on the event, Senator Fowler expressed his delight in having the students back at the Capitol after several years of absence due to COVID and renovations. He stated, "This is one of my favorite events and it was great to have the students back at the State Capitol this year. We haven’t been able to host them in Springfield for several years due to COVID and capitol renovations. We wanted to give the students of my...

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Wabash County taxpayers give $27,611 in Countywide Sales Tax in January

By SE Illinois News | Apr 11, 2024

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

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Sen. Fowler's Legislation to Address Food Deserts Passed Unanimously

By SE Illinois News | Apr 10, 2024

State Senator Dale Fowler's efforts to combat food deserts in Illinois saw progress on Tuesday as Senate Bill 3265 was unanimously passed off the Senate floor. Senator Fowler expressed his commitment to addressing the issue, stating, "Our state is making great strides in raising awareness to the food desert problem that several of our local communities face."Senator Fowler emphasized the need for a comprehensive approach to tackling food deserts, highlighting the importance of improving access to healthy food, supporting local food systems, and identifying the root causes...

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Saline County residents pay $265,464 in County School Facility Tax in January

By SE Illinois News | Apr 10, 2024

In January, Saline County saw an increase in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.