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

Williamson County residents paid just over $1.5 million in sales taxes, the 17th highest total paid per county in July.

By I. D. Norman | Sep 12, 2025

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Jackson County residents paid 25th-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during July

Jackson County residents paid $880,029 in sales taxes, the 25th highest total paid per county in July.

By I. D. Norman | Sep 11, 2025

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Jackson County residents pay $173,619 in Countywide Sales Tax in July

By E. J. Hummel | Sep 6, 2025

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

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Williamson County residents pay $157,403 in County Sales Tax in July

By E. J. Hummel | Sep 5, 2025

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

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Rep. Dave Severin thanks local volunteers on National Food Bank Day

By I. D. Norman | Sep 5, 2025

State Representative Dave Severin has expressed his appreciation for local food banks in recognition of National Food Bank Day.

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Williamson County taxpayers give just over $1 million in County School Facility Tax in July

By E. J. Hummel | Sep 4, 2025

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

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Illinois State Rep. Dave Severin announces harvest truck permit applications now open

By I. D. Norman | Sep 4, 2025

State Representative Dave Severin has announced that applications for free Illinois Harvest Truck permits are now open.

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Illinois marked bluegill as official state fish on this day in 1991

By E. J. Hummel | Sep 4, 2025

On September 4, 1991, Illinois named the bluegill as its official state fish.

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Jackson County residents pay $611,706 in County School Facility Tax in July

By E. J. Hummel | Sep 3, 2025

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

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Severin urges repeal of Illinois sanctuary state policy citing safety and cost concerns

By F. C. Saunders | Sep 3, 2025

State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) has called for the repeal of Illinois' TRUST Act and the state's sanctuary policies.

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Illinois faces scrutiny over cashless bail as new laws impact schools, energy bills, police dogs

By F. C. Saunders | Sep 3, 2025

Illinois’ decision to eliminate cash bail has drawn national attention following an executive order signed by President Trump on August 25.

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Williamson County taxpayers give $324,009 in Countywide Sales Tax in July

By E. J. Hummel | Sep 2, 2025

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

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Jackson County taxpayers give $94,705 in County Sales Tax in July

By E. J. Hummel | Sep 1, 2025

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

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Terri Bryant highlights DuQuoin State Fair events and welcomes Manner Polymers

By Carbondale Reporter | Aug 30, 2025

Illinois State Senator Terri Bryant shared updates on local events at the DuQuoin State Fair and welcomed Manner Polymers to Jefferson County in late August 2025.

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Rep. Dave Severin commemorates Illinois Constitution Day and reflects on state governance

By Carbondale Reporter | Aug 26, 2025

Illinois State Representative Dave Severin marked Illinois Constitution Day by reflecting on the state's constitutional history.

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Illinois House Republicans propose bills aimed at easing financial burden on working families

By Carbondale Reporter | Aug 25, 2025

A group of Illinois House Republican lawmakers have introduced a set of bills aimed at providing financial relief to working families in the state.

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State-funded Nonprofit Spotlight: Boys & Girls Club of Southern Illinois

By F. C. Saunders | Aug 22, 2025

Boys & Girls Club of Southern Illinois, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $100,000 grant in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

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Illinois DOGE Profile: John A. Logan College

By F. C. Saunders | Aug 21, 2025

John A. Logan College, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive two grants totaling $3,675,590 in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

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Southern Illinois Republican lawmakers address energy costs, taxes at chamber legislative summit

By Carbondale Reporter | Aug 21, 2025

Republican lawmakers from Southern Illinois met with local Chambers of Commerce on Thursday for the annual Regional Chamber of Commerce Legislative Summit in Marion.

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FOIA request sent to City of Herrin regarding a list of city employees on August 21, 2025

By Carbondale Reporter | Aug 21, 2025

FOIA Request to City of Herrin regarding a list of city employees on August 21, 2025.