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Which former SE Illinois News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Nov. 13?

By SE Illinois News | Nov 11, 2023

These former SE Illinois News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Nov. 13.

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Q3 2023 Recap: 2 parolees from Saline County convicted of crimes against persons set for supervised release

By SE Illinois News | Nov 11, 2023

There were two offenders convicted of crimes against persons living in Saline County released on parole during the third quarter of 2023, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the SE Illinois News.

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SE Illinois News area weekly mass times

By SE Illinois News | Nov 11, 2023

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

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Windhorst Thanks Service Members on Veteran's Day

By SE Illinois News | Nov 11, 2023

On November 11, 2023, in recognition of Veteran's Day, Brian Windhorst expressed his gratitude and appreciation to all those who have served and continue to serve in the armed services. In a heartfelt message, Windhorst thanked, saluted, and honored the brave men and women who have dedicated their lives to defending their country."To all who serve and have served in the armed services, we thank, salute, and honor you. Thank you veterans!" said Windhorst, acknowledging the sacrifices made by service members.Veteran's Day holds a special place in the hearts of Americans...

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Wabash County collects $12,534 in County Sales Tax in August

By SE Illinois News | Nov 11, 2023

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

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Q3 2023 Recap: 1 parolee from Hamilton County convicted of a crime involving alcohol set for supervised release

By SE Illinois News | Nov 10, 2023

There was one offender convicted of a crime involving alcohol living in Hamilton County released on parole during the third quarter of 2023, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the SE Illinois News.

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Wabash County taxpayers give $26,257 in Countywide Sales Tax in August

By SE Illinois News | Nov 10, 2023

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

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Southern Illinois is Beautiful Photo Contest Deadline is Midnight Tonight!

By SE Illinois News | Nov 10, 2023

State Representative Patrick Windhorst is excited about the response to his "Southern Illinois is Beautiful" photo contest and is reminding residents of the 117th district that the deadline to submit photos is tonight. The contest, which is in its first year, has received a great number of submissions from both students and adults."We've had a great response for our first annual 'Southern Illinois is Beautiful' photo contest," said Windhorst. "I'm encouraging both students and adults to get their photos in before the deadline so we can make this contest as competitive and...

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Census Bureau: 0.7% of people in Wayne County identified as multiracial in 2021

By SE Illinois News | Nov 10, 2023

Of the 16,250 citizens living in Wayne County in 2021, 99.3% said they were only one race, while 0.7% said they were two or more races, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained in June.

White County Board Building Committee met Sept. 14

By Philip Gonzales | Nov 10, 2023

White County Board Building Committee met Thursday, Sept. 14

City of Mount Carmel City Council met Oct. 16

By Philip Gonzales | Nov 10, 2023

City of Mount Carmel City Council met Monday, Oct. 16

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Saline County residents pay $228,625 in County School Facility Tax in August

By SE Illinois News | Nov 9, 2023

In August, Saline County saw a decrease in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Rep. Windhorst Marks World Adoption Day

By SE Illinois News | Nov 9, 2023

In honor of World Adoption Day, Representative Windhorst expressed his support for the adoption community and encouraged others to join in the celebration. World Adoption Day aims to bring together and empower the entire adoption community, giving them a platform to share their stories and experiences.To show solidarity with those impacted by adoption, individuals are encouraged to draw a smiley face on their hand. This simple act serves as a symbol of support and recognition for the challenges and joys that come with adoption.Representative Windhorst highlighted the...

White County Board met Sept. 14

By Philip Gonzales | Nov 9, 2023

White County Board met Thursday, Sept. 14

Community Unit School District 200 Board of Education met Oct. 11

By Philip Gonzales | Nov 9, 2023

Community Unit School District 200 Board of Education met Wednesday, Oct. 11

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$170,610 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collected in August for Saline County

By SE Illinois News | Nov 8, 2023

In August, Saline County saw a decrease in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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White County residents rank 66th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois for August

By SE Illinois News | Nov 8, 2023

White County residents paid $184,382 in sales taxes, ranking 66th in total sales taxes paid per county in August.

Community Unit School District 200 Board of Education met Sept. 13

By Philip Gonzales | Nov 8, 2023

Community Unit School District 200 Board of Education met Wednesday, Sept. 13

Harrisburg Community Unit School District 3 Board of Education met Oct. 11

By Philip Gonzales | Nov 8, 2023

Harrisburg Community Unit School District 3 Board of Education met Wednesday, Oct. 11

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Saline County taxpayers give $65,852 in Countywide Sales Tax in August

By SE Illinois News | Nov 7, 2023

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