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News from February 2024

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Amount of taxpayer-funded subsidies plummet in cities associated with De Witt County in 2021

By Macon Reporter | Feb 29, 2024

Farms throughout cities in De Witt County received $9.7 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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The state of taxpayer-funded farm subsidies in cities associated with Macon County in 2021

By Macon Reporter | Feb 28, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Macon County received $23 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Slow Down and Move Over When Approaching Emergency Vehicles

By Macon Reporter | Feb 28, 2024

Illinois State Police recently reported the ninth Scott's Law-related accident this year, highlighting the importance of adhering to the state's "Move Over" law. The crash took place on Interstate 80 in Will County, serving as a stark reminder of the risks emergency responders face on the job.Scott's Law, also known as the "Move Over" law, mandates that drivers must slow down and move over when approaching any vehicle with hazard or emergency lights activated. This law is designed to protect first responders, road workers, and fellow travelers on the road.As emphasized...

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Moultrie County rise or fall in 2021?

By Macon Reporter | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Moultrie County received $12.9 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Farmer City Rehabilitation and Healthcare was 2nd largest nursing home in De Witt County as of Q4 2023

By Macon Reporter | Feb 27, 2024

With an overall rating of two, Farmer City Rehabilitation and Healthcare was the second largest nursing home in De Witt County during the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Moultrie County in week ending Feb. 24?

By Macon Reporter | Feb 27, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Moultrie County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 24, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Macon County in week ending Feb. 24

By Macon Reporter | Feb 27, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Macon County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 24, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Study Shows Illinois Property Taxes Among Highest in U.S.

By Macon Reporter | Feb 27, 2024

Illinois residents are facing significant challenges as a recent study reveals that the state's property taxes rank among the highest in the country. The findings emphasize the burden placed on families and the need for relief from these escalating tax rates.According to the report published on thecentersquare.com, the study highlights the detrimental impact of skyrocketing property tax rates on Illinois residents. One individual stressed the difficulty imposed by these excessive taxes, stating, "Skyrocketing property tax rates only make it harder for families to thrive...

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Truancy in Macon County districts decreased in 2021-22 school year

By Macon Reporter | Feb 26, 2024

Macon County districts saw a truancy rate of 29.4% in the 2021-22 school year, higher than the state average.

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De Witt County largest nursing home as of Q4 2023: Manor Court of Clinton

By Macon Reporter | Feb 26, 2024

Manor Court of Clinton, the largest nursing home in De Witt County, aided an average of 78.5 residents per day during the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Macon County in week ending Feb. 24?

By Macon Reporter | Feb 26, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Macon County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 24, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Wentzville Holt High School standout Drew Sutton’s college team won in NCAA Division III game on Sunday, February 25

By Macon Reporter | Feb 25, 2024

The game took place in Conway, Arkansas.

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On Sunday, February 25, former Olympia High School standout Hayden Stork’s college team won in an NCAA Division III game

By Macon Reporter | Feb 25, 2024

The game took place in Conway, Arkansas.

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Normal Community High School standout Christian Badorek’s college team won in NCAA Division III game on Sunday, February 25

By Macon Reporter | Feb 25, 2024

The game took place in Conway, Arkansas.

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Caleb Buehrle, former St. John Vianney High School standout, played on Sunday, February 25 in NCAA Division III game

By Macon Reporter | Feb 25, 2024

The game took place in Conway, Arkansas.

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Sunday, February 25: Clinton High School standout Wes Harrold’s college team wins to Dominican Stars

By Macon Reporter | Feb 25, 2024

The Millikin Big Blue won 14-6 in their NCAA Division III game against the Dominican Stars on Sunday, February 25.

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Sunday, February 25: Hazelwood West High School standout Landon Johnson’s college team wins to Dominican Stars

By Macon Reporter | Feb 25, 2024

The Millikin Big Blue won 14-6 in their NCAA Division III game against the Dominican Stars on Sunday, February 25.

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On Sunday, February 25, former Staunton High School standout Grant Neuhaus’ college team won in an NCAA Division III game

By Macon Reporter | Feb 25, 2024

The game took place in Conway, Arkansas.

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Wyatt Hilligoss, former Arthur-Lovington-Atwood-Hammond High School standout, played on Sunday, February 25 in NCAA Division III game

By Macon Reporter | Feb 25, 2024

The Millikin Big Blue won 14-6 in their NCAA Division III game against the Dominican Stars on Sunday, February 25.

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Centennial High School was well-represented by Brody Stonecipher and two former teammates now on Millikin Big Blue during the NCAA Division III game on Sunday, February 25

By Macon Reporter | Feb 25, 2024

The Millikin Big Blue won 14-6 in their NCAA Division III game against the Dominican Stars on Sunday, February 25.