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Illinois 12th Congressional District candidate Mike Bost commented on President Joe Biden's recent actions regarding the border crisis. "Biden has said for months that he doesn’t have the authority to address the border crisis," Bost stated. He added, "Now Biden’s looking at bad poll numbers and an election approaching, and he’s suddenly found the authority to act."

Marion responsible for 31st-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during March

Marion residents paid $1.8 million in sales taxes, the 31st highest total paid per municipality in March.

Bost secures key wins in new veterans funding bill

U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) applauded the House passage of legislation fully funding veterans’ programs and military construction for the next fiscal year. The bill included several key priorities Bost secured to improve the delivery of care and services at the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Bost joins delegation for D-Day commemoration in Normandy

U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) departed for Normandy, France, Wednesday afternoon with a bipartisan Congressional Delegation to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day. The House members will participate in observances of the anniversary alongside veterans and their families, active servicemembers, government and military officials, and foreign dignitaries.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Williamson County in week ending June 1?

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Williamson County was found at two gas stations in the week ending June 1, according to GasBuddy.com.

Williamson County responsible for 17th-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during March

Williamson County residents paid $1.1 million in sales taxes, the 17th highest total paid per county in March.

CPR and AED Awareness Week emphasizes lifesaving skills

CPR and AED Awareness Week, observed from June 1 to June 7, highlights the importance of equipping more adults with the skills to perform CPR and use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). The initiative underscores that every second is crucial in administering emergency aid, and possessing these lifesaving skills can make a significant difference.

$255,642 in Countywide Sales Tax collected in March for Williamson County

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

Jackson County collects $464,827 in County School Facility Tax in March

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

How many Hispanic students were enrolled in Williamson County districts in 2021-22 school year?

In the 2021-22 school year, 3.2% of students enrolled in Williamson County school districts identified as Hispanic.

Jackson County residents pay $138,009 in Countywide Sales Tax in March

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

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