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How did Central NE City of Freeport: Precinct Freeport 04 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By NW Illinois News | Apr 11, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a NW Illinois News analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 337 voters in Central NE City of Freeport: Precinct Freeport 04 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Lee County in week ending Apr. 6?

By NW Illinois News | Apr 11, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Lee County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

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$174,849 in Countywide Sales Tax collected in January for Whiteside County

By NW Illinois News | Apr 11, 2024

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

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central Township of Lancaster: Precinct Lancaster 01

By NW Illinois News | Apr 11, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a NW Illinois News analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 673 voters in Central Township of Lancaster: Precinct Lancaster 01 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Female Run Farm to be Featured on PBS

By NW Illinois News | Apr 11, 2024

On April 15, viewers in Southern Illinois can look forward to a special feature on PBS highlighting Tenderloin Farms Lavender. The farm, now under female ownership and managed by sisters Kim Hansen and Kris Straub, has evolved from a hog farm to cultivating 300 acres of corn and soybeans, with its lavender fields drawing visitors from all over the state.The farm's rich history is honored through its name, which has been retained across five generations. Leader McCombie expressed her enthusiasm for the upcoming PBS feature, stating, "Any opportunity I have to promote great...

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School administrators earns 83.4% more on average than teachers in Rock Falls Elementary School District 13 in 2021-22 school year

By NW Illinois News | Apr 11, 2024

The average school administrator’s salary in Rock Falls Elementary School District 13 was $110,767 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $60,385, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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City of Rock Falls Public Works/Public Property Committee met April 4

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Apr 11, 2024

City of Rock Falls Public Works/Public Property Committee met 8:15 a.m. Thursday, April 4.

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Q1 Recap: 1 parolee from Carroll County convicted of a property crime set for supervised release

By NW Illinois News | Apr 10, 2024

There was one offender convicted of a property crime living in Carroll County released on parole during the first quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the NW Illinois News.

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Dixon Unit School District 170 administrators rank 519th in state for average pay in 2022

By NW Illinois News | Apr 10, 2024

Administrators in Dixon Unit School District 170 earn an average of $100,248 per year, ranking 519th in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Stephenson County collects $233,693 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in January

By NW Illinois News | Apr 10, 2024

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

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1 gas station in cities throughout Lee County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Apr. 6

By NW Illinois News | Apr 10, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Lee County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

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How many lawyers were granted admission to practice law in cities within Lee County in March?

By NW Illinois News | Apr 10, 2024

There were 14 lawyers in good standing in cities within Lee County as of March.

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Southeastern Township of Dixon: Precinct Dixon 3

By NW Illinois News | Apr 10, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a NW Illinois News analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 416 voters in Southeastern Township of Dixon: Precinct Dixon 3 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Who voted in Central Township of Lee Center: Precinct Lee Center during 2020 Presidential Election?

By NW Illinois News | Apr 10, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a NW Illinois News analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 291 voters in Central Township of Lee Center: Precinct Lee Center cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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2021-22 School Year: Average school administrator earns 60.2% more than teachers in Scales Mound Community Unit School District 211

By NW Illinois News | Apr 10, 2024

The average school administrator’s salary in Scales Mound Community Unit School District 211 was $111,205 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $69,430, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Carroll County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Apr. 6

By NW Illinois News | Apr 10, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Carroll County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Southern Township of Ridott: Precinct Ridott 01

By NW Illinois News | Apr 10, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a NW Illinois News analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 676 voters in Southern Township of Ridott: Precinct Ridott 01 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Weekly News from Leader McCombie

By NW Illinois News | Apr 10, 2024

House Minority Leader Tony McCombie criticized Democrats for prioritizing a ban on kangaroos over important Republican bills during a legislative session day that was abruptly canceled in the House of Representatives. McCombie expressed her disappointment, stating, “The priorities of this chamber are upside down and it’s immoral to leave early while so much work remains.”McCombie also highlighted the imbalance in the consideration of bills, noting that while House Republicans were focused on issues like providing relief for working families and public safety, Democrats...

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The House is in Session

By NW Illinois News | Apr 10, 2024

The House is back in session today starting at noon; legislative session is scheduled through Friday. Stay in touch with the action by following the live feed of the House Floor here.

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Stephenson County residents pay $139,032 in Countywide Sales Tax in January

By NW Illinois News | Apr 9, 2024

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