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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Perry County in week ending Apr. 27?

By South West Illinois News Reports | Apr 30, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Perry County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

Rep. Friess Thanks Red Bud Police Department for Successful Rx Drop-Off Event

By South West Illinois News Reports | Apr 29, 2024

Rep. Friess expressed gratitude towards the Red Bud Police Department and Chief John Brittingham for their collaboration in hosting an Rx Drop-Off event on April 27th. The event aimed to assist the community in safely disposing of unneeded medication. The Representative emphasized the importance of the partnership, stating, "I want to thank the Red Bud Police Department and Chief John Brittingham for working with us on the drug take back on April 27th."Furthermore, Rep. Friess highlighted ongoing opportunities for individuals to responsibly dispose of medications,...

How many Black students were enrolled in Randolph County County schools in 2021-22 school year?

By South West Illinois News Reports | Apr 28, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 4.2% of students enrolled in Randolph County County school districts identified as Black.

Which former SW Illinois News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 29?

By South West Illinois News Reports | Apr 28, 2024

These former SW Illinois News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 29.

Randolph County home sales in week ending April 20

By South West Illinois News Reports | Apr 27, 2024

There was one reported residential sale in Randolph County in the week ending April 20, according to BlockShopper.com.

Perry County residents pay $33,721 in County Sales Tax in January

By South West Illinois News Reports | Apr 27, 2024

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

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SW Illinois News area weekly mass times

By South West Illinois News Reports | Apr 27, 2024

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

Perry County County Education: 68 Black students were enrolled in schools in 2021-22 school year

By South West Illinois News Reports | Apr 27, 2024

In Perry County County schools, 68 Black students were enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Where was the cheapest place to fill up on regular gas in cities in Perry County in week ending Apr. 20?

By South West Illinois News Reports | Apr 26, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Perry County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

Rep. Friess to Host Rx Drop-Off Event in Collaboration with Red Bud Police Department TOMORROW

By South West Illinois News Reports | Apr 26, 2024

State Representative David Friess will be hosting an upcoming Rx Drop-Off event in partnership with the Red Bud Police Department on April 27th from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Red Bud Police Department, located at 200 E. Market Street in Red Bud.“As a community, it’s important that we take proactive steps to ensure the safe disposal of prescription drugs,” Rep. Friess said. “By hosting this Rx Drop-Off event with the Red Bud Police Department, we’re providing a convenient and responsible solution for our residents to dispose of medications they no longer need. Together,...