South Central Reporter

Marion County residents pay $61,999 in County Sales Tax in August

By B. M. Herrera | Oct 21, 2025

In August, Marion County saw a decrease in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Illinois Senate passes resolution honoring Charlie Kirk after fatal shooting

By A. P. Vaughan | Oct 21, 2025

The Illinois Senate has passed a resolution to honor Charlie Kirk, a radio host and advocate for the First Amendment, following his death.

2023-24 School Year: What was most represented ethnicity in Macoupin County schools?

By V. M. Prado | Oct 21, 2025

The most prevalent ethnicity in Macoupin County student body in the 2023-24 school year was white, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Greenville Family Medicine to join SBL Fayette County Hospital in January

By E. S. Lott | Oct 21, 2025

Greenville Family Medicine will become part of Sarah Bush Lincoln Fayette County Hospital, effective January 1, 2026.

City of Hillsboro City Council met Oct. 21

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Oct 21, 2025

City of Hillsboro City Council met Tuesday, Oct. 21

City of Centralia Tourism Commission met Oct. 21

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Oct 21, 2025

City of Centralia Tourism Commission met Tuesday, Oct. 21

City of Carlinville City Council met Oct. 20

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Oct 21, 2025

City of Carlinville City Council met Monday, Oct. 20

City of Assumption Committee of the Whole met Oct. 21

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Oct 21, 2025

City of Assumption Committee of the Whole met Tuesday, Oct. 21

Former Speaker Madigan begins prison term following corruption conviction

By A. P. Vaughan | Oct 20, 2025

On October 13, former Speaker of the House Michael Madigan reported to federal prison to begin serving a 7½-year sentence.

Fayette County residents pay $215,504 in County School Facility Tax in August

By B. M. Herrera | Oct 20, 2025

In August, Fayette County saw a decrease in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Illinois projects $267 million budget shortfall for fiscal year 2026

By L. P. Farmer | Oct 20, 2025

Illinois is facing a projected budget deficit of $267 million for fiscal year 2026, according to a recent report from the Governor’s Office of Management and Budget (GOMB).

Illinois lawmakers review major bills as fall Veto Session resumes

By A. P. Vaughan | Oct 20, 2025

State lawmakers convened in Springfield for the first two days of the annual fall Veto Session.

Remembering Deanna Demuzio's Death Anniversary: reflections on the career of the Mayor of Carlinville (October 20)

By L. P. Farmer | Oct 20, 2025

Deanna Demuzio died on October 20, 2020, in St. Louis, MO, marking the end of a life dedicated to public service and community advocacy.

Illinois marks Manufacturing Month highlighting economic contributions

By L. P. Farmer | Oct 20, 2025

October is being observed as Manufacturing Month in Illinois, an initiative aimed at raising awareness about the state’s manufacturing sector and its role in the economy.

How much did Bond County spend on football teams in 2024?

By M. C. Morrow | Oct 19, 2025

Bond County's collegiate football teams received $294,506 in funding for the 2024 season.

This week in South Central Illinois history: A noteworthy event that shaped our past (Oct. 19-25)

By L. P. Farmer | Oct 19, 2025

This week in South Central Illinois history.

Clinton County taxpayers give $125,080 in County Sales Tax in August

By B. M. Herrera | Oct 19, 2025

In August, Clinton County saw a decrease in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Washington County collects $62,832 in Countywide Sales Tax in August

By B. M. Herrera | Oct 18, 2025

In August, Washington County saw a decrease in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Christian County responsible for 46th-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during August

By G. N. Munoz | Oct 18, 2025

Christian County residents paid $502,526 in sales taxes, the 46th highest total paid per county in August.

Illinois: Clinton County's football teams budget remained the same in 2024

By M. C. Morrow | Oct 18, 2025

Clinton County's collegiate football teams did not receive any funding during the 2024 season, the same as in the previous year.

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