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Williamson County: 24.4% of income comes from government transfers, ranking 44th in Illinois

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 10, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 24.4% of income in Williamson County—ranking it 44th most dependent among Illinois counties.

Cheapest regular gas in cities across Jackson County in week ending July 5

By G. A. Wells | Jul 9, 2025

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

Cheapest E85 gas in cities across Williamson County in week ending July 5

By G. A. Wells | Jul 9, 2025

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Williamson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 5, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Anne West Lindsey Library District Board met May 27

By Philip Gonzales | Jul 9, 2025

Anne West Lindsey Library District Board met Tuesday, May 27.

Illinois signs PBM reform bill; library grants awarded

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 9, 2025

Legislation aimed at reforming the practices of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) has been signed into law in Illinois.

Rep. Severin marks July as National Horseradish Month

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 9, 2025

Happy National Horseradish Month.

Cheapest E15 gas in cities across Williamson County in week ending June 28

By G. A. Wells | Jul 8, 2025

The only price of E15 gas in cities throughout Williamson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

1 less lawyer with active licenses to practice in cities within Jackson County in Q2 compared to the previous quarter

By G. K. Hicks | Jul 8, 2025

There was one less active legal license in cities within Jackson County in the second quarter of 2025 compared to the previous quarter.

Week ending July 19: 2 inmates sentenced in Jackson County to be released

By R. L. Murray | Jul 8, 2025

There were two inmates who were sentenced in Jackson County and are set to be released from jail in the week ending July 19.

Southern Illinois University swimming receives top academic honors

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 8, 2025

The College Swimming and Diving Coaches Association of America (CSCAA) has released its 2024-25 Scholar All-American Team list, recognizing the academic achievements of college athletes.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Williamson County in week ending June 28?

By G. A. Wells | Jul 7, 2025

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

Paul Jacobs discusses Ultrasound Opportunity Act on WJPF Radio

By Carbondale Reporter | Jul 7, 2025

Illinois State Representative Paul Jacobs (R-Pomona) recently appeared on The Morning Newswatch on WJPF Radio.

Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Jackson County in week ending June 28

By G. A. Wells | Jul 6, 2025

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

Williamson County residents pay $130,391 in County Sales Tax in May

By E. J. Hummel | Jul 6, 2025

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

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Jackson County in week ending June 28?

By G. A. Wells | Jul 6, 2025

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

Williamson County taxpayers give $968,919 in County School Facility Tax in May

By E. J. Hummel | Jul 5, 2025

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

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on E85 gas in cities in Williamson County in week ending June 28?

By G. A. Wells | Jul 5, 2025

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Williamson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

City of Herrin City Council met June 9

By Philip Gonzales | Jul 5, 2025

City of Herrin City Council met Monday, June 9.

Village of Makanda Board of Trustees met July 1

By Philip Gonzales | Jul 5, 2025

Village of Makanda Board of Trustees met Tuesday, July 1.

Cheapest diesel in cities across Williamson County in week ending June 28

By G. A. Wells | Jul 4, 2025

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Williamson County was found at six gas stations in the week ending June 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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