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

By Macon Reporter | Nov 14, 2023

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

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World Diabetes Day: Know your risk, Know your response

By Macon Reporter | Nov 14, 2023

Nov 14, 2023 - Today marks World Diabetes Day, a global initiative aimed at raising awareness about diabetes and its impact on individuals and communities worldwide. As the number of people affected by diabetes continues to rise, it is crucial to know the risks, take preventative measures, and seek early diagnosis and treatment. According to recent statistics, one in 10 adults worldwide is living with diabetes, and shockingly, nearly half of them are undiagnosed. This alarming figure emphasizes the need for greater education and understanding surrounding this chronic...

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DeWitt County Board Finance Committee met October 16

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Nov 14, 2023

DeWitt County Board Finance Committee met 5 p.m. Monday, October 16.

Village of Lovington Board of Trustees met Sept. 11

By Philip Gonzales | Nov 14, 2023

Village of Lovington Board of Trustees met Monday, Sept. 11

Decatur Public School District 61 Board of Education met Oct. 12

By Philip Gonzales | Nov 14, 2023

Decatur Public School District 61 Board of Education met Wednesday, Oct. 12

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Macon County residents paid 13th-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during August

By Macon Reporter | Nov 13, 2023

Macon County residents paid $1.9 million in sales taxes, the 13th highest total paid per county in August.

Moultrie County Board met Oct. 12

By Philip Gonzales | Nov 13, 2023

Moultrie County Board met Wednesday, Oct. 12

Village of Bethany Board of Trustees met Oct. 12

By Philip Gonzales | Nov 13, 2023

Village of Bethany Board of Trustees met Wednesday, Oct. 12

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Q3 2023 Recap: 19 parolees from Macon County convicted of crimes involving weapons set for supervised release

By Macon Reporter | Nov 12, 2023

There were 19 offenders convicted of crimes involving weapons living in Macon County released on parole during the third quarter of 2023, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Macon Reporter.

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De Witt County collects $23,025 in County Sales Tax in August

By Macon Reporter | Nov 12, 2023

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

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Which former Macon Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Nov. 13?

By Macon Reporter | Nov 11, 2023

These former Macon Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Nov. 13.

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Q3 2023 Recap: 2 parolees from Macon County convicted of financial crimes or fraud set for supervised release

By Macon Reporter | Nov 11, 2023

There were two offenders convicted of financial crimes or fraud living in Macon County released on parole during the third quarter of 2023, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Macon Reporter.

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Honoring All Who Served on Veterans Day

By Macon Reporter | Nov 11, 2023

On this Veterans Day, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who have served in the United States armed forces. It is a day to recognize the sacrifices made by those who answered the call to protect the freedom of our nation. As we reflect on the significance of this day, it is important to express our gratitude to all veterans who have served America with honor. Their dedication and selflessness deserve our utmost respect.In the words of an anonymous speaker, "Thank you to all veterans in the United States armed forces who have served America with...

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Macon Reporter area weekly mass times

By Macon Reporter | Nov 11, 2023

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

City of Macon City Council met Sept. 11

By Philip Gonzales | Nov 11, 2023

City of Macon City Council met Monday, Sept. 11

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Ethan Gutzmer, former Wisconsin Dells High School standout, played on Friday, November 10 in NCAA D3 game

By Macon Reporter | Nov 11, 2023

The game took place in Aurora, Illinois.

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Jackson Neidenbach and Pat Origliasso, former De Smet Jesuit High School standouts, played on Friday, November 10 in NCAA D3 game

By Macon Reporter | Nov 11, 2023

The Millikin Big Blue won 76-67 in their NCAA D3 game against the Aurora Spartans on Friday, November 10.

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Glenn Powers, former Columbia High School standout, played on Friday, November 10 in NCAA D3 game

By Macon Reporter | Nov 11, 2023

The game took place in Aurora, Illinois.

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St. Dominic High School standout Anthony Lewis’ college team won in NCAA D3 game on Friday, November 10

By Macon Reporter | Nov 11, 2023

The game took place in Aurora, Illinois.

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Farmington Senior High School standout Cole Laurence’s college team won in NCAA D3 game on Friday, November 10

By Macon Reporter | Nov 11, 2023

The game took place in Aurora, Illinois.