South West Illinois News

BRAUN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME: REBA'S OBITUARY

By South West Illinois News Reports | Nov 11, 2018

Braun Family Funeral Home issued the following announcement on.Reba Lavern Kilhafner nee Thompson 85 of Columbia, IL., formerly of Cahokia, IL., born August 10, 1933 in Lilbourn, MO., passed away on Wednesday November 7, 2018 at Reflections in Columbia, IL.

BUENA VISTA NATIONAL BANK: In honor of Veteran's Day!

By South West Illinois News Reports | Nov 11, 2018

In honor of Veteran's Day, all locations, with the exception of our Rozier's Market location, will be closed Monday, November 12th.

BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA: Many Scouts will participate in Veterans Day

By South West Illinois News Reports | Nov 11, 2018

Many Scouts will participate in Veterans Day ceremonies that require the folding of the American flag.

BOUNTIFUL BLOSSOMS: Congratulations Emily and Brendan

By South West Illinois News Reports | Nov 11, 2018

So much beauty in these bouquets!

BELLSON ANIMAL HOSPITAL: Lucy, our sweet Bellson rescue

By South West Illinois News Reports | Nov 11, 2018

Lucy, our sweet Bellson rescue, went to her new home this week!Original source can be found here.

How much revenue has Steeleville CUSD 138 received from state taxpayers?

By South West Illinois News Reports | Nov 9, 2018

The subsidy Steeleville Community Unit School District 138 received through state taxes decreased 12.6 percent from fiscal year 2008 to 2017, adjusted for inflation, according to a SW Illinois News analysis of public schools data.

Massac County Unit School District #1 Board of Education met November 8.

By South West Illinois News Reports | Nov 9, 2018

Massac County Unit School District #1 Board of Education met Thursday, Nov. 8.

Carbondale Public Library Board of Trustees met August 8

By South West Illinois News Reports | Nov 9, 2018

Carbondale Public Library Board of Trustees met 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, August 8.

City of Chester City Council met November 5

By South West Illinois News Reports | Nov 9, 2018

City of Chester City Council met 6 p.m. Monday, November 5.

City of Chester City Council met October 1

By South West Illinois News Reports | Nov 9, 2018

City of Chester City Council met 6 p.m. Monday, October 1.

Waterloo City Council met November 5

By South West Illinois News Reports | Nov 9, 2018

Waterloo City Council met 7:30 p.m. Monday, November 5.

Waterloo City Council met October 1

By South West Illinois News Reports | Nov 9, 2018

Waterloo City Council met 7:30 p.m. Monday, October 1.

From Prairie State Wire

Madigan pours $21.1 million into House races

By South West Illinois News Reports | 6 years ago

Speaker Michael Madigan (D-Chicago) contributed $21.1 million to 30 state House races this election cycle, including $3,445,351 to 22 fellow Democrats in the week leading up to Tuesday’s general election.

City of Columbia City Council met November 5

By South West Illinois News Reports | Nov 8, 2018

City of Columbia City Council met 7 p.m. Monday, November 5.

Monroe County Board of County Commissioners met November 5

By South West Illinois News Reports | Nov 8, 2018

Monroe County Board of County Commissioners met 8 a.m. Monday, November 5.

Monroe County Board of County Commissioners met October 5

By South West Illinois News Reports | Nov 8, 2018

Monroe County Board of County Commissioners met 11 a.m. Friday, October 5.

Monroe County Board of County Commissioners met October 9

By South West Illinois News Reports | Nov 8, 2018

Monroe County Board of County Commissioners met 10 a.m. Tuesday, October 9.

Sparta Community Unit School District 140 Board will meet November 8

By South West Illinois News Reports | Nov 8, 2018

Sparta Community Unit School District 140 Board will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, November 8.

How much revenue has Sparta CUSD 140 received from state taxpayers?

By South West Illinois News Reports | Nov 8, 2018

The subsidy Sparta Community Unit School District 140 received through state taxes decreased 35.4 percent from fiscal year 2008 to 2017, adjusted for inflation, according to a SW Illinois News analysis of public schools data.

Sparta home prices rise in October 2018

By South West Illinois News Reports | Nov 7, 2018

The median sale price of a home sold in October 2018 in Sparta rose by $14,250 while total sales decreased by 25%.