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Hamilton Memorial Hospital receives recognition for improving rural stroke care

Hamilton Memorial Hospital District has been recognized for its efforts to improve stroke care in rural communities.

By SE Illinois News | Jul 30, 2025

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FOIA request sent to Edwards County Sheriff's Office regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025

FOIA Request to Edwards County Sheriff's Office regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025.

By SE Illinois News | Jul 29, 2025

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FOIA request sent to Wayne County Sheriff regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025

By SE Illinois News | Jul 29, 2025

FOIA Request to Wayne County Sheriff regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025.

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FOIA request sent to Hamilton County Sheriff regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025

By SE Illinois News | Jul 29, 2025

FOIA Request to Hamilton County Sheriff regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025.

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Wabash County taxpayers give $123,107 in County Sales Tax in 2024

By SE Illinois News | Jul 27, 2025

In 2024, Wabash County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous year.

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Hamilton County collects $596,539 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in 2024

By SE Illinois News | Jul 26, 2025

In 2024, Hamilton County saw an increase in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous year.

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Edwards County collects $141,602 in Countywide Sales Tax in 2024

By SE Illinois News | Jul 25, 2025

In 2024, Edwards County saw a decrease in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous year.

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Wayne County taxpayers give just under $1.3 million in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in 2024

By SE Illinois News | Jul 24, 2025

In 2024, Wayne County saw a decrease in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous year.

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Wabash County’s Transfer Dependency in 2022 vs 1970: Shocking analysis

By SE Illinois News | Jul 24, 2025

In 2022, government transfers contributed 25.8% of income in Wabash County. How does this compare to historical figures?

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Saline County residents pay $274,007 in County School Facility Tax in May

By L. N. Torres | Jul 23, 2025

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

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$508,992 in Countywide Sales Tax collected in 2024 for Wayne County

By SE Illinois News | Jul 23, 2025

In 2024, Wayne County saw a decrease in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous year.

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Windhorst criticizes Gov. Pritzker's stance on legislative map redrawing

By SE Illinois News | Jul 23, 2025

State Representative Patrick Windhorst has criticized Illinois Governor JB Pritzker for his inconsistent stance on legislative district maps.

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Saline County collects approximately $2.1 million in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in 2024

By SE Illinois News | Jul 22, 2025

In 2024, Saline County saw a decrease in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous year.

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Gallatin County collects $6,670 in Countywide Sales Tax in May

By L. N. Torres | Jul 22, 2025

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

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Illinois representatives propose repeal of state's climate act amid rising electricity costs

By SE Illinois News | Jul 22, 2025

Amid concerns over rising electricity costs in Southern Illinois, State Representatives Dave Severin, Patrick Windhorst, and Paul Jacobs have introduced legislation aimed at repealing the state's Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA).

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Hamilton County residents pay $57,361 in County School Facility Tax in May

By L. N. Torres | Jul 22, 2025

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

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Edwards County residents pay $511,126 in County School Facility Tax in 2024

By SE Illinois News | Jul 21, 2025

In 2024, Edwards County saw a decrease in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous year.

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Windhorst discusses energy crisis and legislation in radio interview

By SE Illinois News | Jul 21, 2025

State Representative Patrick Windhorst participated in a comprehensive interview with Tom Miller on the WJPF Radio Morning Newswatch.

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$10,015 in County Sales Tax collected in May for Gallatin County

By L. N. Torres | Jul 20, 2025

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

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Saline County collects $38,577 in County Sales Tax in May

By L. N. Torres | Jul 19, 2025

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