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Illinois House Republicans ready for second week of veto session

Today marks the beginning of the second week of the fall veto session in Springfield.

By Macon Reporter | Nov 19, 2024

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Blood donation rates low despite high demand

Someone in the country needs blood every two seconds.

By Macon Reporter | Nov 19, 2024

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Illinois faces large budget deficit amid claims of fiscal mismanagement

By Macon Reporter | Nov 18, 2024

Illinois is beginning the next fiscal year with a significant budget deficit.

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Macon County taxpayers give $1.1 million in County School Facility Tax in August

By Macon Reporter | Nov 17, 2024

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

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Illinois launches holiday box featuring local products

By Macon Reporter | Nov 14, 2024

The Illinois Department of Agriculture has introduced the Illinois Product Holiday Box.

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Macon County responsible for 13th-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during August

By Macon Reporter | Nov 13, 2024

Macon County residents paid $2 million in sales taxes, the 13th highest total paid per county in August.

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Illinois Tollway extends transponder deadline by two years

By Macon Reporter | Nov 13, 2024

The Illinois Tollway has announced an extension for the deadline on all transponders by two years.

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De Witt County taxpayers give $23,425 in County Sales Tax in August

By Macon Reporter | Nov 12, 2024

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

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Veterans Day message honors service members' contributions

By Macon Reporter | Nov 11, 2024

This Veterans Day, recognition is given to the men and women who have served in the military.

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Moultrie County ranks 58th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during August

By Macon Reporter | Nov 8, 2024

Moultrie County residents paid $246,919 in sales taxes, ranking 58th in total sales taxes paid per county in August.

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Illinois emphasizes importance of Scott's Law for roadside safety

By Macon Reporter | Nov 8, 2024

SLOW DOWN and MOVE OVER when you approach any vehicle on the side of the road with hazard or emergency lights activated.

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$60,925 in County Sales Tax collected in August for Macon County

By Macon Reporter | Nov 7, 2024

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

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Winter weather preparedness week encourages early readiness

By Macon Reporter | Nov 7, 2024

It may not feel like winter yet, but it's never too early to start preparing for cold, snow, and ice.

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Moultrie County residents pay $81,989 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in August

By Macon Reporter | Nov 5, 2024

In August, Moultrie County saw an increase in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Moultrie County collects $47,397 in Countywide Sales Tax in August

By Macon Reporter | Nov 4, 2024

In August, Moultrie County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Decatur responsible for 24th-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during August

By Macon Reporter | Nov 4, 2024

Decatur residents paid $2.4 million in sales taxes, the 24th highest total paid per municipality in August.

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De Witt County residents rank 86th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois for August

By Macon Reporter | Nov 3, 2024

De Witt County residents paid $68,970 in sales taxes, ranking 86th in total sales taxes paid per county in August.

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Macon County residents pay $551,523 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in August

By Macon Reporter | Nov 3, 2024

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

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Macon County collects $315,967 in Countywide Sales Tax in August

By Macon Reporter | Nov 2, 2024

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

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$117,533 in County Sales Tax collected in August for Moultrie County

By Macon Reporter | Nov 2, 2024

In August, Moultrie County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.