Macon Reporter

Macon Reporter

Sunday, January 26, 2020

Local Government News

Local Government

Elik's promise of being a 'fiscal watchdog' comes on heels of another failing grade for Illinois' economy

Illinois House candidate Amy Elik (R-Alton) is determined to be an agent of change in Springfield.

By Glenn Minnis | Jan 21, 2020

Local Government

MT ZION CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Dueling Pianos

The Village of Mt. Zion Parks and Recreation Commission will be hosting a dueling pianos event

By Press release submission | Jan 16, 2020

Latest News

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MT ZION POLICE DEPARTMENT: Thank you so much to the Snoke’s

By Press release submission | Jan 16, 2020

Yummy Del’s popcorn!!

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Census data, Rep. Halbrook agree – Taxes driving wealthiest Illinoisans away

By Glenn Minnis | Jan 14, 2020

A downstate Illinois lawmaker argues that nothing about Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s progressive income tax plan adds up, unless you count all of the state's highest earners packing up and leaving.

From Chambana Sun

Whether felt immediately or years from now, 'No one will escape this progressive tax,' Rep. Caulkins warns

By Glenn Minnis | 13 days ago

Illinois state Rep. Dan Caulkins (R-Decatur) wants voters to take a long hard look in the mirror before casting their votes in the 2020 elections.

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MACON 4-H CLUB: 4-H International Day

By Press release submission | Jan 12, 2020

Explore New Zealand by touring 4-H clubs' table displays and learn about the country's culture, climate, history and more. This is a free event and open to the public!

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Macon among 93 Illinois counties with declining populations

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 11, 2020

Macon saw its population decrease by 6,072, or 5.5 percent, over the last decade, according to a new analysis from Wirepoints.org that is based on U.S. Census Bureau data.

From Chambana Sun

As population plummets, Rep. Caulkins calls on voters to restore Illinois

By Glenn Minnis | 20 days ago

State House Rep. Dan Caulkins (R-Decatur) thinks it is time for Illinois voters – at least the ones who remain in the state with the greatest population loss in the U.S. over the last decade – to start taking some accountability.

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LIFE BUILDERS CHURCH OF GOD: We invite you to join us this Sunday

By Press release submission | Jan 5, 2020

Pastor Izzard will start the year off by preaching a power-packed series on, “Conquer!” .

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KENNEY FIRE DEPARTMENT: On The Hunt Live

By Press release submission | Jan 5, 2020

Kicking off 2020 with On the Hunt making a return appearance

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When it rains, it pours – New Illinois taxes may include one on precipitation

By Glenn Minnis | Dec 30, 2019

Cash-strapped Illinois taxpayers could soon be hit by yet another deluge of levies that supporters of the plan insist are imperative to keeping the state safe and above water.

From Chambana Sun

In response to funneling of gun-program fees, Rep. Caulkins to file a new Second Amendment 'lockbox' bill

By Glenn Minnis | 27 days ago

Illinois state Rep. Dan Caulkins (R-Decatur) says there is no great mystery as to why Democratic lawmakers in Springfield would secretly divert millions from one fund to other areas of government over extended periods of time.

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IL SHERIFFS' ASSN PAC: There is help!! Please call if you are struggling

By Press release submission | Dec 26, 2019

Please call if you are struggling and need someone to talk to-YOUR LIFE MATTERS

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ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS: Happy Holidays! To all our wonderful staff

By Press release submission | Dec 26, 2019

We thank you for your service to IDOC and the State of Illinois!

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ILLINOIS MUNICIPAL RETIREMENT FUND: The IMRF Board of Trustees

By Press release submission | Dec 26, 2019

Trustee Natalie Copper for a new five-year term of office beginning January 1, 2020.

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ILLINOIS NATURAL HISTORY SURVEY: People of PRI

By Press release submission | Dec 26, 2019

Learn about the amazing scientists and staff at PRI, their paths into science, and the important work they do in Illinois and beyond by reading our #PeopleofPRI blog.

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Overburdened taxpayers 'will take path of least resistance' right out of Illinois, Rep. Halbrook says

By Glenn Minnis | Dec 23, 2019

Illinois House Rep. Brad Halbrook (R-Shelbyville) wonders how much more the state's cash-strapped taxpayers can take.

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HERITAGE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CENTER: One of our employees, Jessica Smiley published an article on NAMI

By Press release submission | Dec 22, 2019

One in five people are impacted by mental health concerns in their lifetime.

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HEARTLAND COMMUNITY CHURCH: Time for Christmas at Heartland!!!

By Press release submission | Dec 22, 2019

See you there!

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Local Government

Rep. Halbrook and GOP colleagues continue to push for action on ethics reform, but to no avail

By Glenn Minnis | Dec 17, 2019

State House Rep. Brad Halbrook (R-Shelbyville) continues to push Gov. J.B. Pritzker for an acceptable response to the issue of corruption in Illinois state government.