South West Illinois News

Monroe County residents pay $309,657 in County School Facility Tax in October

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jan 22, 2024

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

Did Prairie Du Rocher Community Consolidated School District 134 students fail or pass their 2021-22 ELA tests?

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jan 22, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 62% of Prairie Du Rocher Community Consolidated School District 134 students failed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

In the 2021-22 school year, 64.4% of Pinckneyville School District 50 students failed the ELA portion of the IAR

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jan 21, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 64.4% of Pinckneyville School District 50 students failed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Which former SW Illinois News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 22?

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jan 20, 2024

These former SW Illinois News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 22.

SW Illinois News area weekly mass times

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jan 20, 2024

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

Did Chester Community Unit School District 139 students fail or pass their 2021-22 ELA tests?

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jan 20, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 66.2% of Chester Community Unit School District 139 students failed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Tamaroa Grade School District 5 Board of Education met December 19

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jan 20, 2024

Tamaroa Grade School District 5 Board of Education met 6 p.m. Tuesday, December 19.

$286,233 in County Sales Tax collected in 2022 for Randolph County

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jan 20, 2024

In 2022, Randolph County saw a decrease in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous year.

Monroe County Education: Which district had most students enrolled in schools in 2021-22 school year

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jan 19, 2024

Waterloo Community Unit School District 5 stood out in Monroe County with 2,676 students enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Cities in Randolph County: 7 lawyers in good standing was registered as of December 2023

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jan 19, 2024

There were seven lawyers in good standing in cities in Randolph County as of December 2023.

The Do’s and Don’ts of Keeping Your House Warm During Winter

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jan 19, 2024

As the winter weather settles in, homeowners in Illinois, especially in the northern part of the state, face the challenge of keeping their houses warm and safe. With the aim of saving on winter heating bills, here are some do’s and dont’s to consider:One important step is to seal up any cracks along doors and windows. According to experts, these cracks can be a major source of heat loss. It is also recommended to replace any worn weatherstripping to prevent drafts or cold air from entering the house. Adding draft guards and towels at the bottoms of doors and on...

Coulterville Unit School District 1: How many students failed ELA test in 2021-22 school year?

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jan 19, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 66.4% of Coulterville Unit School District 1 students failed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Randolph County Education: Which district had most students enrolled in schools in 2021-22 school year

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jan 18, 2024

Sparta Community Unit School District 140 stood out in Randolph County with 1,158 students enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

6 lawyers in good standing in cities in Perry County as of December 2023

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jan 18, 2024

Cities located within Perry County recorded six lawyers in good standing to practice law as of December 2023.

Did Tamaroa School District 5 students fail or pass their 2021-22 ELA tests?

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jan 18, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 71.2% of Tamaroa School District 5 students failed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Perry County residents pay $173,433 in County School Facility Tax in October

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jan 17, 2024

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

Perry County Education: Which district had most students enrolled in schools in 2021-22 school year

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jan 17, 2024

Du Quoin Community Unit School District 300 stood out in Perry County with 1,359 students enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

5 lawyers in good standing in cities in Monroe County as of December 2023

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jan 17, 2024

There were five lawyers in good standing in cities in Monroe County as of December 2023.

From SE Illinois News

12th Congressional District candidate Darren Bailey to engage with voters at Trenton’s Hank’s Bowl

By South West Illinois News Reports | 10 months ago

Darren Bailey, a candidate for the 12th Congressional District, is preparing to engage with voters in an unconventional setting. On January 30, from 5 to 7 p.m., Bailey will host a "Meet & Greet" event at Hank’s Bowl, a distinguished establishment located at 29 W Illinois St. in Trenton.

Steeleville Community Unit School District 138: How many students failed ELA test in 2021-22 school year?

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jan 17, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 72.3% of Steeleville Community Unit School District 138 students failed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.