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Monroe County: 14.6% of income comes from government transfers, ranking 11th in Illinois

In 2022, government transfers made up 14.6% of income in Monroe County—ranking it 11th least dependent among Illinois counties.

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jul 10, 2025

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Free senior fair in Red Bud hosted by State Rep. Friess

Please join State Representative David Friess and State Senator Terri Bryant for a Free Senior Fair.

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jul 9, 2025

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Red Bud offers shred and recycle day on July 12

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jul 1, 2025

Residents of Red Bud are invited to participate in a paper shredding and electronics recycling event scheduled for Saturday, July 12.

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FOIA request sent to Monroe County Il Clerk & Elections Division regarding voter roll changes on June 26, 2025

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jun 26, 2025

FOIA Request to Monroe County Il Clerk & Elections Division regarding voter roll changes on June 26, 2025.

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Chester Municipal Band offers free concert at Fort Kaskaskia

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jun 25, 2025

The Chester Municipal Band is set to perform a free concert on Tuesday, July 1, at 7 p.m. The event will take place at the newly restored band shelter located at Fort Kaskaskia State Historic Site.

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Community gathers for coffee talk on Illinois legislation

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jun 23, 2025

A recent Coffee Talk event was held at Taps and Vine Social House in Pinckneyville.

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Monroe County collects approximately $1.3 million in Countywide Sales Tax in 2024

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jun 22, 2025

In 2024, Monroe County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous year.

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Randolph County residents pay just under $3.2 million in County School Facility Tax in 2024

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jun 21, 2025

In 2024, Randolph County saw an increase in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous year.

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Illinois Governor signs record $55.2 billion spending plan

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jun 16, 2025

Governor Pritzker has signed a new spending plan into law, marking the largest budget in the state's history.

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Flag Day commemorates adoption of American flag by Continental Congress

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jun 14, 2025

June 14 marks Flag Day, a day dedicated to honoring the American flag and reflecting on the ideals it embodies.

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Rep. Friess hosts event to discuss regional progress

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jun 13, 2025

Rep. Friess and his team hosted a gathering of local leaders, innovators, and statewide organizations on Thursday.

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Pritzker to defend Illinois sanctuary policies before oversight committee

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jun 12, 2025

Governor JB Pritzker is scheduled to testify before the Full Committee on Oversight and Government Reform regarding Illinois' sanctuary state policies.

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Perry County residents pay $56,278 in County Sales Tax in April

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jun 11, 2025

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

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Perry County taxpayers give $92,897 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in April

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jun 11, 2025

In April, Perry County saw an increase in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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FOIA request sent to Randolph County regarding tax relief requests for veterans on June 10, 2025

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jun 10, 2025

FOIA Request to Randolph County regarding tax relief requests for a veteran with disabilities on June 10, 2025.

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FOIA request sent to Monroe County regarding tax relief requests for veterans on June 10, 2025

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jun 10, 2025

FOIA Request to Monroe County regarding tax relief requests for a veteran with disabilities on June 10, 2025.

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Rep. David Friess thanks community for participating in recycling event

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jun 9, 2025

The recent Shred and Electronics Recycle Event held in the 115th district was deemed a success by organizers.

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Randolph County residents pay $61,298 in County Sales Tax in April

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jun 8, 2025

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

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D-Day anniversary commemorates bravery and sacrifice

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jun 6, 2025

June 6 marks the anniversary of D-Day, the Allied invasion of Normandy in 1944.

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Illinois estate tax law reform stalled amid bipartisan support

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jun 5, 2025

Illinois is facing significant challenges with its estate tax laws, which are considered among the most stringent in the United States.