Monroe County
Recent News About Monroe County
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2022: Monroe County aging and government transfer dependency trends
Since 1970, Monroe County’s population aged over 65 has increased by 8.4%, while income from age-related government transfers has risen by 13.5%.
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Monroe County Republicans chairman: 'The most vulnerable should never be treated as collateral damage in a culture war'
Ed McLean, chairman of the Monroe County Republicans, said he was troubled by the recent incident at a Deerfield middle school, describing it as "a blatant violation of federal authority and women’s rights."
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In 2022, Monroe County ranks 89th among Illinois counties for government transfer income per capita at $10,035
In 2022, residents of Monroe County received an average of $10,035 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 14th lowest in Illinois.
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Chairman of Monroe County Republicans: 'Trump’s resolve continues to drive America'
Ed McLean, chairman of the Monroe County Republicans, said that President Trump's address to Congress on March 4 championed a vision for a stronger, self-reliant nation driven by economic growth, government accountability, and America-first policies.
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Monroe County Republicans chairman: 'Illinois will face either devastating service reductions or burdensome tax hikes'
Ed McLean, Chairman of Monroe County Republicans, has criticized Governor JB Pritzker's revenue projections, claiming they have exacerbated Illinois' financial crisis.
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Monroe County Republicans chairman: 'Illinois needs leadership that prioritizes transparency'
Ed McLean, chairman of the Monroe County Republicans, has criticized Governor J.B. Pritzker's administration for its handling of Illinois' Health Benefits for Immigrant Adults program.
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Monroe County Board of County Commissioners met July 17
Monroe County Board of County Commissioners met Monday, July 17
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Waterloo City Council met Jan. 18
Waterloo City Council met Tuesday, Jan. 18.
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Waterloo City Council met Jan. 18
Waterloo City Council met Tuesday, Jan. 18
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Waterloo City Council met Jan. 18
Waterloo City Council met Tuesday, Jan. 18.
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Waterloo City Council met Jan. 18
Waterloo City Council met Tuesday, Jan. 18.
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Monroe County Board met Dec. 3
Monroe County Board met Friday, Dec. 3.
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Monroe County Board met Dec. 20
Monroe County Board met Monday, Dec. 20.
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Monroe County Board of Commissioners Met May 3
Monroe County Board of Commissioners Met Monday, May 3.