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1 gas station in cities throughout Macon County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending May 25

By Macon Reporter | May 31, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Macon County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 25, according to GasBuddy.com.

Illinois report reveals low proficiency in reading and math among students

By Macon Reporter | May 31, 2024

According to the Illinois State Board of Education’s 2023 report card for Illinois schools, only 35% of Illinois students read at grade level and just 27% are proficient in math. Click here to read more.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Macon County in week ending May 18?

By Macon Reporter | May 30, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Macon County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 18, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Macon Reporter area weekly mass times

By Macon Reporter | May 30, 2024

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

8.1% of Macon County residents considered unemployed in 2021

By Macon Reporter | May 30, 2024

The unemployment rate in Macon County hit 8.1% among residents aged 16 and 65 years old in 2021.

DeWitt County Board Regional Planning Commission met May 21

By Corazon L. Gonzales | May 30, 2024

DeWitt County Board Regional Planning Commission met 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 21.

Rep. Caulkins’ Statement on the Budget for FY 25

By Press Release | May 29, 2024

State Representative Dan Caulkins (R-Decatur) issued the following statement following the passage of the budget for FY 25, which begins on July 1, 2024.

Rep. Caulkins criticizes FY 25 budget over tax hikes and spending priorities

By Macon Reporter | May 29, 2024

State Representative Dan Caulkins (R-Decatur) issued a statement following the passage of the budget for FY 25, which begins on July 1, 2024.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within De Witt County in week ending May 25?

By Macon Reporter | May 28, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout De Witt County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 25, according to GasBuddy.com.

Illinois House reconvenes to discuss state budget and pending bills

By Macon Reporter | May 28, 2024

The Illinois House of Representatives reconvened in Springfield today to address the state budget and several pending bills. The session was scheduled to begin at noon, with expectations to extend into the evening.