South West Illinois News

Perry County Schools: Du Quoin High School welcomed the most students in 2021-22 school year

By South West Illinois News Reports | Dec 3, 2023

Du Quoin High School stood out in Perry County with 502 students enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Perry County collects $111,973 in Countywide Sales Tax in September

By South West Illinois News Reports | Dec 3, 2023

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

Monroe County responsible for 36th-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during September

By South West Illinois News Reports | Dec 3, 2023

Monroe County residents paid $528,269 in sales taxes, the 36th highest total paid per county in September.

Which former SW Illinois News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Dec. 4?

By South West Illinois News Reports | Dec 2, 2023

These former SW Illinois News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Dec. 4.

Perry County taxpayers give $431,393 in County School Facility Tax in September

By South West Illinois News Reports | Dec 2, 2023

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

Monroe County residents pay $74,346 in County Flood Protection Tax in September

By South West Illinois News Reports | Dec 2, 2023

In September, Monroe County saw a decrease in County Flood Protection Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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

By South West Illinois News Reports | Dec 2, 2023

In the 2021-22 school year, Sparta Lincoln School had the biggest enrollment among Randolph County schools.

SW Illinois News area weekly mass times

By South West Illinois News Reports | Dec 2, 2023

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

Addison School District 4 Board of Education met Sept. 27

By South West Illinois News Reports | Dec 2, 2023

Addison School District 4 Board of Education met Wednesday, Sept. 27

Q3 2023 Parolees Recap: Who was paroled in Monroe County?

By South West Illinois News Reports | Dec 1, 2023

There were two offenders living in Monroe County released on parole during the third quarter of 2023, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by SW Illinois News.

Monroe County collects $101,866 in Countywide Sales Tax in September

By South West Illinois News Reports | Dec 1, 2023

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

Rep. Friess' Third Annual Toy Drive Underway

By South West Illinois News Reports | Dec 1, 2023

State Representative David Friess is once again calling on the community to support his Third Annual Toy Drive. The toy drive, which has been a resounding success in the past, aims to bring joy to children in need during the holiday season."Last year, the success of our toy drive allowed so many children in our district to enjoy Christmas morning with a new toy under the tree," said Rep. Friess. "The smiles on the faces of these children brings a great deal of joy to my staff and me. No family should ever have to go without at Christmas."The toy drive focuses on helping...

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

By South West Illinois News Reports | Dec 1, 2023

Waterloo High School stood out in Monroe County with 843 students enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Aledo Community Unit School District 201 Board met Sept. 26

By South West Illinois News Reports | Dec 1, 2023

Aledo Community Unit School District 201 Board met Tuesday, Sept. 26

Addison School District 4 Technology Audit Committee met Oct. 31

By South West Illinois News Reports | Dec 1, 2023

Addison School District 4 Technology Audit Committee met Tuesday, Oct. 31

Report: At Waterloo Junior High School, multiracial student rule-breaking rate notably exceeds that of white students

By South West Illinois News Reports | Nov 30, 2023

Multiracial students, constituting 3% or 19 of Waterloo Junior High School's total student population of 625, accounted for eight out of the 47 total suspensions (17%) in the 2021-22 school year, averaging roughly one suspension per two students, according to the latest student discipline report by the Illinois State Board of Education.

State Representative David Friess Comments on Governor Pritzker’s $638 Million Spending on Chicago’s Migrant Crisis

By South West Illinois News Reports | Nov 30, 2023

State Representative David Friess has expressed his concerns regarding Governor JB Pritzker's allocation of $638 million in taxpayer funds to address Chicago's migrant crisis. The governor's plan includes using $160 million to provide shelter and job assistance to thousands of migrants in Chicago, with the state already having spent $478 million on the ongoing crisis.In response, Rep. Friess questioned the prioritization of spending such a large amount of taxpayer money without adequate legislative discussion. He stated, "While I understand the importance of addressing...

City of Pinckneyville City Council met Sept. 25

By South West Illinois News Reports | Nov 30, 2023

City of Pinckneyville City Council met Monday, Sept. 25

Addison School District 4 Board of Education met Oct. 25

By South West Illinois News Reports | Nov 30, 2023

Addison School District 4 Board of Education met Wednesday, Oct. 25

From SE Illinois News

Bailey: ‘No one in this race will work harder for you’

By South West Illinois News Reports | 12 months ago

Darren Bailey, a candidate for Congressional District 12, marked a significant milestone in his campaign by filing his petitions for the upcoming March 19 primary ballot.