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News from December 2023

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Which former Macon Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Dec. 11?

By Macon Reporter | Dec 9, 2023

These former Macon Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Dec. 11.

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Macon County responsible for 13th-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during 2022

By Macon Reporter | Dec 9, 2023

Macon County residents paid $22.9 million in sales taxes, the 13th highest total paid per county in 2022.

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Macon Reporter area weekly mass times

By Macon Reporter | Dec 9, 2023

The following parishes in the Macon Reporter coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Argenta-Oreana Community Unit School District 1 Board of Education met Oct. 10

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 9, 2023

Argenta-Oreana Community Unit School District 1 Board of Education met Tuesday, Oct. 10

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Firearms Ban, Conflict of Interest Cases Up for Possible Review by Supreme Court

By Macon Reporter | Dec 8, 2023

The recent enactment of the Democrats' firearms ban has sparked a wave of legal challenges in both state and federal courts. Just a week after the ban was put into effect, two of these cases have made their way to the U.S. Supreme Court for potential review.One of the cases before the Supreme Court involves a request from the state of Illinois to deny an injunction in a gun ban challenge. The state is seeking to uphold the ban and prevent any temporary halt to its enforcement. According to the Illinois Center Square, the state is taking a strong stance in favor of the...

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Prairie State taxes: De Witt County residents rank 86th in total sales taxes paid for September

By Macon Reporter | Dec 8, 2023

De Witt County residents paid $75,285 in sales taxes, ranking 86th in total sales taxes paid per county in September.

Village of Lovington Board of Trustees met Oct. 9

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 8, 2023

Village of Lovington Board of Trustees met Thursday, Oct. 9

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Village of Bethany Board of Trustees met Nov. 9

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 8, 2023

Village of Bethany Board of Trustees met Thursday, Nov. 9

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Macon County taxpayers give $56,678 in County Sales Tax in September

By Macon Reporter | Dec 7, 2023

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

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Hanukkah Begins at Sundown

By Macon Reporter | Dec 7, 2023

Hanukkah, the important Jewish holiday, is set to commence this evening at sundown, marking the start of eight days and eight nights of celebration. As the Jewish community gears up for this joyous occasion, we extend our warm wishes of "Happy Hanukkah" to all who partake in this festive tradition.The holiday holds deep cultural and religious significance for Jewish people around the world. Hanukkah, also known as the Festival of Lights, commemorates the rededication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem and the miracle that occurred there. According to tradition, when the...

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Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day Honors Heroes of 1941 Attack

By Macon Reporter | Dec 7, 2023

On December 7th, 1941, the world was forever changed. It was on this fateful day that the Japanese launched a surprise attack on the United States naval base at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. Today, on Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, we pay tribute to the 2,403 Americans who lost their lives in this tragic event.Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day serves as a solemn reminder of the sacrifices made by those brave men and women who were serving their country on that tragic day. Their lives were cut short, but their courage and dedication will never be forgotten.As the nation reflects on...

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Warrensburg-Latham Community Unit School District 11 Board met Oct. 4

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 7, 2023

Warrensburg-Latham Community Unit School District 11 Board met Wednesday, Oct. 4

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Village of Forsyth Public Library, Library Commission met Nov. 8

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 7, 2023

Village of Forsyth Public Library, Library Commission met Wednesday, Nov. 8

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On Wednesday, December 6, former Macarthur High School standout Christina Rice’s college team won in an NCAA D3 game

By Macon Reporter | Dec 7, 2023

The game took place in Decatur, Illinois.

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On Wednesday, December 6, Sacred Heart Griffin High School standout Emily Brenneisen competed in NCAA D3 game

By Macon Reporter | Dec 7, 2023

The game took place in Decatur, Illinois.

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On Wednesday, December 6, former Unity High School standout Elyce Knudsen’s college team won in an NCAA D3 game

By Macon Reporter | Dec 7, 2023

The game took place in Decatur, Illinois.

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On Wednesday, December 6, former Iowa City High School standout Matayia Tellis’ college team won in an NCAA D3 game

By Macon Reporter | Dec 7, 2023

The game took place in Decatur, Illinois.

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On Wednesday, December 6, Villa Grove High School standout Kyleigh Block competed in NCAA D3 game

By Macon Reporter | Dec 7, 2023

The Millikin Big Blue won 95-50 in their NCAA D3 game against the Elmhurst Bluejays on Wednesday, December 6.

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Hannah Ermeling, former Francis Howell North High School standout, played on Wednesday, December 6 in NCAA D3 game

By Macon Reporter | Dec 7, 2023

The game took place in Decatur, Illinois.

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On Wednesday, December 6, Dunlap High School standout Payton Haley competed in NCAA D3 game

By Macon Reporter | Dec 7, 2023

The Millikin Big Blue won 95-50 in their NCAA D3 game against the Elmhurst Bluejays on Wednesday, December 6.