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Marshall County: Residents received $38.57 million per capita from Medicare transfers in 2022

In 2022, Medicare transfers made up 5.8% of income in Marshall County, providing an average of $3,303 per capita to residents.

By Peoria Standard | Apr 19, 2025

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Woodford County residents pay $326,078 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in January

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

Stark County residents rank 89th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois for January

Stark County residents paid $78,942 in sales taxes, ranking 89th in total sales taxes paid per county in January.

Good Friday is a day of reflection and celebration

Good Friday is recognized as a time for remembering and appreciating grace and redemption.

Darin LaHood addresses local community initiatives and national security in tweets

In a series of tweets, Darin LaHood highlights his recent visit to a local Boys & Girls Club and discusses national security legislation.

Woodford County taxpayers give $327,220 in County School Facility Tax in January

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

$111,664 in County Sales Tax collected in January for Woodford County

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

Darin LaHood supports local jobs, visits community programs, and receives award for traditional values

Darin LaHood, representing Illinois’ 16th district, highlights his efforts to protect local jobs, engage with community programs, and advocate for traditional values in recent posts dated April 16 and 17, 2025

Schools encouraged to join annual community clean-up project by Rep. Weaver

Representative Weaver is encouraging schools in District 93 to take part in the annual Community Clean-Up Project.

Ryan Spain receives advocacy awards from three major Illinois organizations

State Representative Ryan Spain of Illinois has been recognized by three statewide organizations for his advocacy efforts.

Oak Street closure extends through Commercial Street intersection for construction

Beginning at 7 a.m. on April 21, the road closure on Oak Street will be extended from SW Washington to SW Commercial Street, affecting the Commercial Street intersection.

Moss Avenue daytime lane closures to start April 21

Daytime lane closures are scheduled to start on Moss Avenue on Monday, April 21.

In 2022, Marshall County ranks 46th among Illinois counties with 23.3% transfer dependency

In 2022, government transfers made up 23.3% of income in Marshall County—ranking it 46th least dependent among Illinois counties.

Woodford County collects $129,515 in Countywide Sales Tax in January

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

Road modifications continue in Adams Street and Jefferson Avenue project

Sidewalk construction is underway at several intersections along SW Jefferson Avenue and SW Adams Street.

Parole bill for young offenders, including violent crimes, fails in House vote

In recent legislative developments, an intriguing event unfolded during the third reading deadline week when a proposal aimed at altering sentencing provisions failed to secure enough support in the House.

Mason County: Medicare dependency reached 7.5% in 2022

In 2022, Medicare transfers made up 7.5% of income in Mason County, providing an average of $4,192 per capita to residents.

Tazewell County taxpayers give $973,908 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in January

By Peoria Standard | Apr 15, 2025

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