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Amboy Community Unit School District 272 Board met Sept. 19

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 20, 2024

Amboy Community Unit School District 272 Board met Thursday, Sept. 19

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1 gas station in cities throughout Monroe County had the cheapest E85 gas in week ending Sept. 14

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 19, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Monroe County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 14, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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2023: Columbia Community Unit School District 4 administrators rank 255th lowest in state for average salary

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 19, 2024

Administrators in Columbia Community Unit School District 4 earn an average of $96,617 per year, ranking 255th lowest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Auburn Community Unit School District 10 Board met Sept. 18

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 19, 2024

Auburn Community Unit School District 10 Board met Wednesday, Sept. 18

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City of Waterloo City Council met Aug. 19

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 19, 2024

City of Waterloo City Council met Monday, Aug. 19

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Free document shredding event hosted by State Rep. David Friess

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 19, 2024

State Representative David Friess is hosting a free shred event this Saturday, September 21, from 9:00 am to noon. The event will take place at Sparta City Hall, located at 114 W. Jackson Street in Sparta.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Monroe County in week ending Sept. 14?

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 19, 2024

The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Monroe County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Sept. 14, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Monroe County in week ending Sept. 14?

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 19, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Monroe County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Sept. 14, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Monroe County residents pay $324,745 in County School Facility Tax in June

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 19, 2024

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

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Du Quoin Community Unit School District 300 administrators rank 286th lowest in state for average salary in 2023

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 18, 2024

Administrators in Du Quoin Community Unit School District 300 earn an average of $98,268 per year, ranking 286th lowest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Illinois faces rising crime rates one year after abolishing cash bail

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 18, 2024

One year after Illinois became the first state in the nation to abolish cash bail, concerns have arisen regarding public safety and the effectiveness of the new system. The Pretrial Fairness Act, which took effect on September 18, 2023, has generated significant debate among citizens and law enforcement officials. Critics argue that the act has left communities vulnerable and undermined the authority of courts to hold dangerous criminals accountable.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Perry County in week ending Sept. 7?

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 17, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Perry County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Monroe County Board of County Commissioners met Sept. 17 & 18

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 17, 2024

Monroe County Board of County Commissioners met Sept. 17 & 18

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Analysis: Waterloo Community Unit School District 5 administrators rank 382nd lowest in state for average salary in 2023

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 17, 2024

Administrators in Waterloo Community Unit School District 5 earn an average of $103,912 per year, ranking 382nd lowest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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City of Chester City Council met Sept. 16

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 17, 2024

City of Chester City Council met Monday, Sept. 16

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City of Red Bud Recreational Facilities Committee met Sept. 16

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 17, 2024

City of Red Bud Recreational Facilities Committee met Monday, Sept. 16

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City of Red Bud Public Works Committee met Sept. 16

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 17, 2024

City of Red Bud Public Works Committee met Monday, Sept. 16

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Route 51 section named after fallen Marine LCpl. Drew M. Uhles

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 17, 2024

State Senator Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro) and State Representative David Friess (R-Red Bud) hosted a ceremony on Saturday, September 14 in Du Quoin to officially name a section of Route 51 as the LCpl. Drew M. Uhles Memorial Highway, paying tribute to the legacy and sacrifice of Lance Corporal Drew M. Uhles.

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United States celebrates Constitution Day and Citizenship Day

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 17, 2024

Constitution Day and Citizenship Day marks the anniversary of the adoption of the United States Constitution and honors all who have become U.S. citizens. Today, we honor the foundational principles of our country and celebrate the spirit of the American dream.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Perry County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Sept. 7

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 16, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Perry County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.