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Bond County Consolidated Election Day is coming up on April 1

Municipal officials in Bond County — including mayors, village board members, and school board members — are on the ballot on April 1, the first Tuesday in April.

By South Central Reporter | Mar 28, 2025

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Christian County Consolidated Election Day is coming up on April 1

Municipal officials in Christian County — including mayors, village board members, and school board members — are on the ballot on April 1, the first Tuesday in April.

By South Central Reporter | Mar 27, 2025

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State Sen. Plummer: State flag vote is a 'waste of time and money by unserious people'

By South Central Reporter | Mar 11, 2025

Jason Plummer, Illinois State Senator for District 55, said that after the current state flag won the Secretary of State's contest for citizens to choose a new flag, Democrats could "focus on more important things."

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State Senator Jason Plummer: 'A great state and great people...being held back by bad public policy'

By South Central Reporter | Dec 4, 2024

State Senator Jason Plummer shared information on Illinois' October unemployment rate in a December 3 Facebook post, stating, "A great state and great people...being held back by bad public policy from incompetent activists masquerading as serious...

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State Rep. Halbrook: ‘Democratic leaders at the Convention should be more proactive in condemning the violence’

By Chambana Sun Reports | 7 months ago

State Rep. Brad Halbrook (R-Shelbyville) has sharply criticized Democratic leaders for their inaction in condemning the violence surrounding the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago.

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House District 96 candidate Smith on DNC pro-Hamas protests: ‘The Democrat political class has a responsibility to condemn these actions unequivocally’

By Macon Reporter reports | 7 months ago

House District 96 candidate Lisa Smith has strongly criticized the recent pro-Palestinian protests at the Democratic National Committee (DNC) headquarters in Chicago.

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Rep. Wayne Rosenthal: 'The 108th District is full of small town fun and entertainment!'

By South Central Reporter | Aug 9, 2024

State Representative Wayne Rosenthal highlighted an activity for his constituents to enjoy this weekend, stating, "The Litchfield Pickers Market is held every second Sunday of each month, May through October from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in downtown Litchfield." He made the statement in an Aug. 8 Facebook post.

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Sen. Jason Plummer: 'Senate Republicans are actively promoting awareness about human trafficking'

By South Central Reporter | Aug 8, 2024

Senator Jason Plummer shared an update on legislation to help victims of human trafficking, stating, "House Bill 5465 enhances previous legislation by simplifying the process for child trafficking victims to expunge or seal juvenile records resulting from any compelled criminal actions while under abuse." He made the statement in an August 4 Facebook post.

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State Rep. Rosenthal: "Former Chicago Alderman Ed Burke was sentenced to two years in prison and a $2 million fine'

By South Central Reporter | Jun 28, 2024

Illinois State Rep. Wayne Rosenthal raised awareness of former Chicago Alderman Ed Burke's two-year sentence and $2 million fine, stating that "Burke may be allowed to pay the fine with his campaign funds." He made this statement in a June 25 Facebook post.

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State Rep. Blaine WIlhour: 'There is still much work to do here in Illinois to protect innocent life'

By South Central Reporter | Jun 27, 2024

State Representative Blaine Wilhour marked the second anniversary of the overturning of the Roe v. Wade decision, stating, "thank you to all who work to educate everyone on this important issue!" He made the statement in a Facebook post on June 24.

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Illinois State House District 95 candidate: 'On July 1st, Illinois will see several new laws that go into effect'

By South Central Reporter | Jun 19, 2024

Illinois State House District 95 candidate Mike Coffey stated, "On July 1st, Illinois will see several new laws that go into effect." He made the statement in a June 13 Facebook post.

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Illinois State House District 110 candidate: 'It looks like Democrats may blow past their self-imposed budget deadline again this year"

By South Central Reporter | May 30, 2024

Blaine Wilhour, candidate for Illinois State House District 110, recently commented on the state's budget situation. "It looks like Democrats may blow past their self-imposed budget deadline again this year," said Wilhour. The candidate, who is set to face Democrat Matthew Hall in the general election, also emphasized the need for collaboration. "We have to work together if we want to craft the best budget for our state," he stated.

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Illinois State House District 108 candidate: 'Yesterday, I pushed back against HB2900 which will ban wildlife competitions that help manage the overpopulation of coyotes and racoons"

By South Central Reporter | May 21, 2024

Wayne Rosenthal, candidate for Illinois State House District 108, has voiced his opposition to House Bill 2900 (HB2900), stating, "Yesterday, I pushed back against HB2900 which will ban wildlife competitions that help manage the overpopulation of coyotes and raccoons." Rosenthal, who is campaigning for re-election, further commented on the bill's potential impact on local events: "This bill also impacts the Squirrel Bowl that's conducted in Carlinville that raises $200,000 for local charities."

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Who voted in Central Township of May: Precinct May during 2020 Presidential Election?

By South Central Reporter | Apr 19, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a South Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 982 voters in Central Township of May: Precinct May cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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How did Central Township of Bear Creek: Precinct Bear Creek residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By South Central Reporter | Apr 19, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a South Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 256 voters in Central Township of Bear Creek: Precinct Bear Creek cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Southeastern Township of Taylorville: Precinct Taylorville 7

By South Central Reporter | Apr 19, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a South Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 493 voters in Southeastern Township of Taylorville: Precinct Taylorville 7 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Eastern Township of Taylorville: Precinct Taylorville 2

By South Central Reporter | Apr 18, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a South Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 525 voters in Eastern Township of Taylorville: Precinct Taylorville 2 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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How did Central Township of Mount Auburn: Precinct Mt Auburn residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By South Central Reporter | Apr 18, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a South Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 487 voters in Central Township of Mount Auburn: Precinct Mt Auburn cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central Township of Stonington: Precinct Stonington

By South Central Reporter | Apr 18, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a South Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 488 voters in Central Township of Stonington: Precinct Stonington cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central Township of Prairieton: Precinct Prairieton

By South Central Reporter | Apr 17, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a South Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 247 voters in Central Township of Prairieton: Precinct Prairieton cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.