Macon Reporter

Macon County residents pay $51,215 in County Sales Tax in August

By Macon Reporter | Nov 17, 2023

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

Regan Deering to host Town Hall meeting in Clinton: ‘We’re looking forward to discuss the most important issues facing our state and the 88th District’

By Macon Reporter | Nov 17, 2023

Constituents of the 88th District in Illinois are set to engage with Regan Deering, the GOP candidate for the State Representative seat, in a Town Hall meeting scheduled for Monday, Nov. 20, from 6:00 to 7:30 pm at Circle South in Clinton. The event, hosted by Moe Winstead and State Representative Dan Caulkins, aims to provide a crucial platform for community members to actively participate and voice their concerns.

Census Bureau: 1.8% of people in Moultrie County identified as multiracial in 2021

By Macon Reporter | Nov 17, 2023

Of the 14,634 citizens living in Moultrie County in 2021, 98.2% said they were only one race, while 1.8% said they were two or more races, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained in June.

Sanctuary State Policies Failing the Citizens of Illinois

By Macon Reporter | Nov 17, 2023

Illinois Governor, J.B. Pritzker, recently announced an additional $160 million in funding to support asylum seekers in the state. While this may seem like a noble gesture, many are questioning the priorities of the Governor. The funds, according to him, are intended to provide aid to undocumented immigrants. However, critics argue that this money should be used to address the needs of the citizens of Illinois who are in dire need of assistance.One of the main concerns raised by critics is the prioritization of the care of undocumented immigrants over the well-being of...

illage of Bethany Board of Trustees met Sept. 14

By Philip Gonzales | Nov 17, 2023

illage of Bethany Board of Trustees met Thursday, Sept. 14

Maroa Public Library District Board met Oct. 16

By Philip Gonzales | Nov 17, 2023

Maroa Public Library District Board met Monday, Oct. 16

Macon County Districts: White students were most represented ethnicity in 2021-22 school year

By Macon Reporter | Nov 16, 2023

The most prevalent ethnicity in the Macon County district's student body in the 2021-22 school year was white, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Village of Forsyth Public Library, Library Commission met Sept. 13

By Philip Gonzales | Nov 16, 2023

Village of Forsyth Public Library, Library Commission met Wednesday, Sept. 13

City of Decatur City Council met Oct. 16

By Philip Gonzales | Nov 16, 2023

City of Decatur City Council met Monday, Oct. 16

DeWitt County's districts student body comprised mostly of white students in 2021-22 school year

By Macon Reporter | Nov 15, 2023

In DeWitt County districts, there were more white students than any other individual ethnicity in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

From South Central Illinois News

Webb: ‘He blocked the program while he sends his children to private school’

By South Central Reporter | 1 year ago

House District 107 candidate Marsha Webb is criticizing Illinois House Speaker Chris Welch for his refusal to allow a vote on the Invest in Kids Act. The program, designed to provide scholarships to low-income families seeking alternative education options for their children, has come under scrutiny as the Illinois General Assembly concluded its session without allocating funds, jeopardizing the educational future of 9,600 economically disadvantaged children.

Rep. Caulkins Petitions U.S. Supreme Court to Review Firearms Ban

By Macon Reporter | Nov 15, 2023

State Representative Dan Caulkins has recently filed a petition with the United States Supreme Court, urging them to review the Illinois Supreme Court's decision regarding the state's assault weapons ban law. Caulkins is challenging the ruling on the grounds of due process, equal protection, and the Second Amendment.The Illinois Supreme Court's decision to uphold the assault weapons ban has sparked controversy and debate among lawmakers and citizens alike. Representative Caulkins is seeking a review of this decision in order to ensure that the rights of law-abiding...

Sangamon Valley Community Unit School District 9 Board of Education met Sept. 13

By Philip Gonzales | Nov 15, 2023

Sangamon Valley Community Unit School District 9 Board of Education met Wednesday, Sept. 13

Village of Warrensburg Village Board met Oct. 16

By Philip Gonzales | Nov 15, 2023

Village of Warrensburg Village Board met Monday, Oct. 16

Monona Grove High School standout Emily Clevidence’s college team won in NCAA D3 game on Tuesday, November 14

By Macon Reporter | Nov 15, 2023

The Millikin Big Blue won 86-71 in their NCAA D3 game against the Fontbonne Griffins on Tuesday, November 14.

On Tuesday, November 14, former Macarthur High School standout Christina Rice’s college team won in an NCAA D3 game

By Macon Reporter | Nov 15, 2023

The Millikin Big Blue won 86-71 in their NCAA D3 game against the Fontbonne Griffins on Tuesday, November 14.

On Tuesday, November 14, former Sacred Heart Griffin High School standout Emily Brenneisen’s college team won in an NCAA D3 game

By Macon Reporter | Nov 15, 2023

The Millikin Big Blue won 86-71 in their NCAA D3 game against the Fontbonne Griffins on Tuesday, November 14.

Elyce Knudsen, former Unity High School standout, played on Tuesday, November 14 in NCAA D3 game

By Macon Reporter | Nov 15, 2023

The game took place in Decatur, Illinois.

On Tuesday, November 14, former Iowa City High School standout Matayia Tellis’ college team won in an NCAA D3 game

By Macon Reporter | Nov 15, 2023

The Millikin Big Blue won 86-71 in their NCAA D3 game against the Fontbonne Griffins on Tuesday, November 14.

On Tuesday, November 14, former Villa Grove High School standout Kyleigh Block’s college team won in an NCAA D3 game

By Macon Reporter | Nov 15, 2023

The game took place in Decatur, Illinois.