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Debt-to-EAV ratios reveal borrowing levels across Mason County school districts

By S. R. Figueroa | Sep 10, 2025

Havana Community Unit School District 126 used the largest share of its debt limit in Mason County during fiscal year 2024, at 3.8% of its Equalized Assessed Value (EAV).

Fulton County taxpayers give $278,852 in County School Facility Tax in July

By A. D. Fowler | Sep 10, 2025

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

LaHood condemns murder of Charlie Kirk and calls for accountability

By M. K. Wilcox | Sep 10, 2025

Congressman Darin LaHood of Illinois's 16th district has issued a statement following the murder of Charlie Kirk, calling it "a heinous act of political violence that has become too common in our country."

Illinois: Lowpoint Washburn Community Unit School District 21 owed $760,045 in outstanding school debt as of fiscal year 2024

By M. A. Bowles | Sep 10, 2025

Lowpoint Washburn Community Unit School District 21's outstanding school debt reached $760,045 as of fiscal year 2024, according to the Illinois State Board of Education, or about $239,008 per student.

Illinois opens grant applications for Safe Routes to School safety projects

By E. D. Hanley | Sep 10, 2025

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has opened the application period for its Safe Routes to School Program.

Illinois lawmaker criticizes state board for lowering student achievement standards

By V. C. Ocampo | Sep 10, 2025

The Illinois State Board of Education has come under criticism for lowering academic standards in the state.

City of Pekin Zoning Board of Appeals met Sept. 10

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Sep 10, 2025

City of Pekin Zoning Board of Appeals met Wednesday, Sept. 10

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Which former Peoria Standard area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Sept. 13?

By J. R. Fuentes | Sep 10, 2025

These former Peoria Standard area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Sept. 13.

Illinois: Creve Coeur School District 76 owed $1.1 million in outstanding school debt as of fiscal year 2024

By M. A. Bowles | Sep 9, 2025

Creve Coeur School District 76 had the fourth lowest outstanding school debt among Tazewell County school districts as of fiscal year 2024, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Debt-to-EAV ratios reveal borrowing levels across Marshall County school districts

By S. R. Figueroa | Sep 9, 2025

School districts in Marshall County carried over $7.1 million in long-term debt in fiscal year 2024, with some using more than 18.2% of their legal borrowing capacity.

Mason County collects $108,600 in County School Facility Tax in July

By A. D. Fowler | Sep 9, 2025

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

City of Chillicothe City Council met September 8

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Sep 9, 2025

City of Chillicothe City Council met 7 p.m. Monday, September 8

Illinois lawmakers propose new measures supporting first responder wellness and safety

By M. K. Wilcox | Sep 9, 2025

First responders play a key role in public safety, responding to emergencies and disasters across the United States.

Rep. Weaver and Sen. Anderson schedule town hall for September 17 in Kewanee

By E. D. Hanley | Sep 9, 2025

State Representative Travis Weaver (R-Peoria) and State Senator Neil Anderson (R-Andalusia) will host a Town Hall meeting in Kewanee on Wednesday, September 17.