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$12,617 in County Sales Tax collected in August for Stark County

By A. D. Fowler | Oct 12, 2025

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

Marshall County taxpayers give $26,878 in Countywide Sales Tax in August

By A. D. Fowler | Oct 11, 2025

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

Woodford County Education: 6,327 white students enrolled in school districts in 2023-24 school year

By C. E. Murphy | Oct 11, 2025

In Woodford County school districts, 6,327 white students were enrolled in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Peoria County weekly recap of home sales during week ending Oct. 4

By D. C. Mitchell | Oct 11, 2025

There were 60 reported residential sales in Peoria County in the week ending Oct. 4, according to BlockShopper.com.

Prairie State Taxes: Marshall County residents rank 98th in total sales taxes paid for August

By B. B. Benner | Oct 11, 2025

Marshall County residents paid $49,030 in sales taxes, ranking 98th in total sales taxes paid per county in August.

Peoria responsible for 7th-highest sales tax revenue per muncipality in Illinois during August

By B. B. Benner | Oct 11, 2025

Peoria residents paid just under $5.9 million in sales taxes, the seventh highest total paid per municipality in August.

Peoria County taxpayers give $716,747 in Countywide Sales Tax in August

By A. D. Fowler | Oct 10, 2025

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

Peoria man held without bond after being charged in girlfriend’s shooting

By N. C. Baca | Oct 10, 2025

A Peoria County judge has ordered Calvin L. Freeman, 35, to remain in custody while he awaits trial for allegedly shooting his girlfriend earlier this week.

Walking for Wellness indoor walking program returns Oct. 14 at JHS Bowl

By Y. M. Perkins | Oct 10, 2025

The Walking for Wellness program at Jacksonville Memorial Hospital will begin a new season on October 14.

Enrollment Analysis: White students comprised 87.8% of Tazewell County’s districts student body in 2023-24 school year

By C. E. Murphy | Oct 10, 2025

In Tazewell County school districts, 15,948 white students were enrolled in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Darin LaHood discusses agriculture policy and China’s rare earth exports in recent posts

By V. C. Ocampo | Oct 10, 2025

U.S. Congressman Darin LaHood posted updates on October 9-10, focusing on agriculture issues in Illinois' farming communities and commenting on China's rare earth export restrictions.

Peoria County sets deadline for payment of 2024 real estate taxes

By P. E. Pham | Oct 10, 2025

The deadline for paying 2024 real estate taxes in Peoria County, which are due in 2025, is approaching.

Darin LaHood addresses government shutdown, honors veterans, and comments on Middle East peace deal

By M. K. Wilcox | Oct 9, 2025

U.S. Congressman Darin LaHood addressed several topics on social media between October 6-9, 2025.

Fulton County taxpayers give $284,750 in County School Facility Tax in August

By A. D. Fowler | Oct 9, 2025

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

LaHood comments on initial Israel-Hamas peace agreement

By E. D. Hanley | Oct 9, 2025

Congressman Darin LaHood, who represents Illinois’ 16th district in the U.S. Congress, has commented on the recent agreement between Israel and Hamas regarding phase one of a peace deal.

Enrollment Analysis: White students comprised 91.7% of Stark County’s districts student body in 2023-24 school year

By C. E. Murphy | Oct 9, 2025

In the 2023-24 school year, 91.7% of students enrolled in Stark County school districts identified as white.

OSF HealthCare pediatrician highlights importance of well-child visits for children’s health

By Y. M. Perkins | Oct 9, 2025

Preventive care is a key part of raising healthy children, according to OSF HealthCare pediatrician Chasity Caperton, MD.

$47,694 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collected in August for Stark County

By A. D. Fowler | Oct 9, 2025

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

Peoria Standard publication area sees 34 H-2A petitions approved for employers classified under Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting industry during 2024

By G. E. Lee | Oct 8, 2025

In 2024, all of the H-2A petitions filed by Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting industry employers in the Peoria Standard publication area were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-2A Employer Data Hub.

Peoria County Education: 12,960 white students enrolled in school districts in 2023-24 school year

By C. E. Murphy | Oct 8, 2025

In Peoria County school districts, 12,960 white students were enrolled in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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