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Perry County residents pay $28,770 in County Sales Tax in January

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

By South West Illinois News Reports | Apr 17, 2025

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Maundy Thursday recalls Jesus' words on love and service

Maundy Thursday is commemorated as the day of the Last Supper and the Washing of the Feet.

By South West Illinois News Reports | Apr 17, 2025

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Tax Day highlights state income tax expenditure breakdown

By South West Illinois News Reports | Apr 15, 2025

It’s Tax Day.

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Randolph County mural contest winners to bring art to Humane Society walls

By South West Illinois News Reports | Apr 14, 2025

A mural contest organized by Rep. Friess in collaboration with the Randolph County Humane Society has recently concluded, with the aim of enhancing the walls of the Society's new facility.

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Prairie State taxes: Randolph County residents rank 51st in total sales taxes paid for January

By South West Illinois News Reports | Apr 13, 2025

Randolph County residents paid $422,001 in sales taxes, ranking 51st in total sales taxes paid per county in January.

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Perry County: Residents received $38.4 million per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022

By South West Illinois News Reports | Apr 13, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 4.3% of income in Perry County, providing an average of $1,865 per capita to residents.

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$69,913 in County Sales Tax collected in January for Monroe County

By South West Illinois News Reports | Apr 12, 2025

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

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Illinois youth hunters set new record in turkey harvest

By South West Illinois News Reports | Apr 11, 2025

Illinois youth turkey hunters have achieved a new milestone this year, setting a record in turkey harvest.

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Friess discusses school mascots and homeschool mandates in legislative context

By South West Illinois News Reports | Apr 10, 2025

Rep. Friess recently appeared on the Annie Frey show to discuss various legislative issues.

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Perry County ranks 58th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during January

By South West Illinois News Reports | Apr 9, 2025

Perry County residents paid $278,912 in sales taxes, ranking 58th in total sales taxes paid per county in January.

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Illinois House GOP awaits IHSA's decision on transgender athlete policy

By South West Illinois News Reports | Apr 8, 2025

We are awaiting a response from the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) regarding their compliance with federal directives.

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Randolph County residents pay $39,915 in County Sales Tax in January

By South West Illinois News Reports | Apr 7, 2025

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

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Monroe County: Medicaid dependency reached 1.4% in 2022

By South West Illinois News Reports | Apr 6, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 1.4% of income in Monroe County, providing an average of $969 per capita to residents.

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$88,562 in Countywide Sales Tax collected in January for Randolph County

By South West Illinois News Reports | Apr 5, 2025

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

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Perry County taxpayers give $70,145 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in January

By South West Illinois News Reports | Apr 4, 2025

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

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Illinois lawmakers propose bill to ban campaign funds for legal costs

By South West Illinois News Reports | Apr 4, 2025

State legislation currently allows campaign funds to be allocated for politicians' legal defenses.

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Randolph County saw 17.8% increase in transfer dependency percentage since 1970 as of 2022

By South West Illinois News Reports | Apr 4, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 28% of income in Randolph County, a 17.8% surge from 10.2% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.

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$39,054 in Countywide Sales Tax collected in January for Perry County

By South West Illinois News Reports | Apr 3, 2025

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

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Monroe County residents paid 29th-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during January

By South West Illinois News Reports | Apr 3, 2025

Monroe County residents paid $686,391 in sales taxes, the 29th highest total paid per county in January.

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Illinois gun rights supporters seek review by U.S. Attorney General

By South West Illinois News Reports | Apr 3, 2025

Second Amendment advocates in Illinois are requesting a review of the state's firearms laws by the U.S. Attorney General.