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Cities within Edwards County recorded two lawyers in good standing to practice law as of the third quarter of 2024.

Illinois Conservation Foundation launches new awards for outdoor excellence

The Illinois Conservation Foundation has introduced the Illinois Outdoor Excellence Awards to recognize individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to conservation and outdoor recreation in Illinois. The awards will be divided into four categories.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month highlights fight against disease

Breast Cancer Awareness Month serves as a reminder of the ongoing battle against breast cancer and highlights the significance of early detection. Throughout October, individuals and organizations honor those who have faced breast cancer and emphasize the continued efforts to find a cure.

Saline County collects $65,057 in Countywide Sales Tax in July

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

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in White County in week ending Oct. 5?

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

Sen. Dale Fowler: 'qualified Illinois residents are encouraged to take advantage of the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program'

State Senator Dale Fowler has urged residents to explore utility assistance programs, highlighting the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) as a valuable resource. "LIHEAP is a federally funded program that helps low-income households cover the cost of their energy bills," he said in an October 7 Facebook post.

State Representative Dave Severin: 'Illicit fentanyl has become a widespread problem, resulting in deaths across our state and nation'

State Representative Dave Severin addressed the dangers of fentanyl in an October 2 Facebook post, stating, "Illicit fentanyl has become a widespread problem, resulting in deaths across our state and nation."

Wayne County Education: Which district had most students enrolled in schools in 2022-23 school year

Fairfield Public School District 112 stood out in Wayne County with 612 students enrolled in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Wabash County ranks 79th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during July

Wabash County residents paid $112,209 in sales taxes, ranking 79th in total sales taxes paid per county in July.

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

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

Cities within Wayne County registered no change in the number of lawyers with active licenses to practice law in Q3 compared to the previous quarter

There was no change in the number of active legal licenses in cities within Wayne County in the third quarter of 2024 compared to the previous quarter.

Hamilton County taxpayers give $51,059 in County School Facility Tax in July

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

Edwards County collects $44,319 in County School Facility Tax in July

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

1 gas station in cities throughout Wabash County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Sept. 28

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

Hamilton County residents pay $50,711 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in July

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

FOIA Request Sent to Saline County Regarding FOIA Logs from January to October 2024 on October 7, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to Saline County on October 7, 2024, by SE Illinois News.

Windhorst commemorates one year since Hamas attacks on Israel

Today marks one year since the Hamas terrorist attacks on Israel. The anniversary is a time to remember the victims and survivors of these tragic events and to express continued support for the people of Israel.

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

On October 7, 2024, a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to Wabash County by SE Illinois News.

FOIA Request Sent to White County Regarding FOIA Logs from January to October 2024 on October 7, 2024

FOIA Request to White County Regarding FOIA Logs from January to October 2024 on October 7, 2024.

FOIA Request Sent to Edwards County Regarding FOIA Logs from January to October 2024 on October 7, 2024