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Caulkins criticizes upcoming lame duck session in Illinois

When the Illinois General Assembly reconvenes on January 4, 2025, it will enter a "lame duck" session.

By Macon Reporter | Dec 18, 2024

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

In September, Macon County saw an increase in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

By Macon Reporter | Dec 17, 2024

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Prairie State taxes: De Witt County residents rank 88th in total sales taxes paid for September

By Macon Reporter | Dec 13, 2024

De Witt County residents paid $68,327 in sales taxes, ranking 88th in total sales taxes paid per county in September.

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U.S. National Guard celebrates 388th anniversary

By Macon Reporter | Dec 13, 2024

The U.S. National Guard celebrates its birthday today, marking 388 years since its founding in 1636.

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$131,605 in County Sales Tax collected in September for Moultrie County

By Macon Reporter | Dec 12, 2024

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

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Federal appeals court to review Democrats' firearms ban ruling

By Macon Reporter | Dec 12, 2024

Democrats' firearms ban will continue to be enforced following a recent decision.

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Illinois' shift from coal prompts increased focus on grid battery storage

By Macon Reporter | Dec 11, 2024

As Illinois moves forward with shutting down its coal power plants, the state is facing an increasing need for alternative energy solutions to maintain grid stability.

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Macon County residents paid 14th-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during September

By Macon Reporter | Dec 8, 2024

Macon County residents paid $2.1 million in sales taxes, the 14th highest total paid per county in September.

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De Witt County taxpayers give $20,969 in County Sales Tax in September

By Macon Reporter | Dec 7, 2024

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

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Moultrie County residents pay $89,636 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in September

By Macon Reporter | Dec 5, 2024

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

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Moultrie County collects $52,970 in Countywide Sales Tax in September

By Macon Reporter | Dec 4, 2024

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

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Decatur residents paid 22nd-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during September

By Macon Reporter | Dec 4, 2024

Decatur residents paid $2.4 million in sales taxes, the 22nd highest total paid per municipality in September.

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Macon County residents pay $563,984 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in September

By Macon Reporter | Dec 3, 2024

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

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Moultrie County ranks 56th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during September

By Macon Reporter | Dec 3, 2024

Moultrie County residents paid $274,211 in sales taxes, ranking 56th in total sales taxes paid per county in September.

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$62,218 in County Sales Tax collected in September for Macon County

By Macon Reporter | Dec 2, 2024

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

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Macon County collects $327,256 in Countywide Sales Tax in September

By Macon Reporter | Dec 2, 2024

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

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Tips for preparing your home for winter in Illinois

By Macon Reporter | Dec 2, 2024

Living in Illinois requires homeowners to be prepared for changing weather conditions.

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De Witt County collects $47,358 in Countywide Sales Tax in September

By Macon Reporter | Dec 1, 2024

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

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Illinois minimum wage set to rise again on January 1

By Macon Reporter | Nov 25, 2024

Minimum wage in Illinois is set to rise once more on January 1.

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Illinois faces prison drug exposure crisis

By Macon Reporter | Nov 21, 2024

Illinois prisons are facing a rising threat from dangerous substances entering facilities through the mail.