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How many white students were enrolled in Lee County County schools in 2022-23 school year?

By NW Illinois News | Jul 24, 2024

In Lee County County schools, 3,084 white students were enrolled in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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IDOT begins road construction in Byron and Oregon

By NW Illinois News | Jul 24, 2024

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has commenced construction on two significant projects starting today, Wednesday, July 24. The projects include work on Illinois 2 over Mill Creek near Byron in Ogle County and on Illinois 64 (Washington Street) in Oregon, spanning from west of Illinois Street to First Street.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Whiteside County in week ending July 20?

By NW Illinois News | Jul 23, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Whiteside County was found at two gas stations in the week ending July 20, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on E85 gas in cities in Ogle County in week ending July 20?

By NW Illinois News | Jul 23, 2024

The lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Ogle County was found at two gas stations in the week ending July 20, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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New Illinois laws aim to support veterans, seniors, educators

By NW Illinois News | Jul 23, 2024

The month of July brought new changes to state laws. The State of Illinois faces many challenges, which residents frequently hear about in the news. Some of these issues have made life more expensive, harder to do business, and are slowly eroding local control. However, there is optimism and hope that by working together, positive changes can still be made for the residents of the state.

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Stephenson County responsible for 47th-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during April

By NW Illinois News | Jul 23, 2024

Stephenson County residents paid $394,139 in sales taxes, the 47th highest total paid per county in April.

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Whiteside County offers free cover crop seed with Illinois Soybean Association grant

By NW Illinois News | Jul 23, 2024

Whiteside County, located in House Minority Leader Tony McCombie’s District, is offering free cover crop seed from a grant through the Illinois Soybean Association. Constituents interested in this offer are encouraged to contact the Whiteside County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) for more information.

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McCombie congratulates Class of 2024 Edgar Fellows

By NW Illinois News | Jul 23, 2024

House Minority Leader Tony McCombie has extended her congratulations to the newly announced class of 2024 Edgar Fellows. As a former fellow, McCombie expressed satisfaction with the robust representation from her House Republican caucus.

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Rep. Bradley Fritts honors Kelly's in Sterling as July business highlight

By NW Illinois News | Jul 23, 2024

State Representative Bradley Fritts (R-Dixon) has chosen Kelly’s in Sterling as his local business highlight for July 2024. Representative Fritts toured the establishment and presented the owners with a certificate of appreciation for their contributions to the community.

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College students in Lee County received $333,104 in athletically-related financial aid in 2023

By NW Illinois News | Jul 23, 2024

Lee County's only university paid $333,104 in athletically related financial aid in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Stephenson County in week ending July 20?

By NW Illinois News | Jul 23, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Stephenson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 20, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Lee County's basketball teams receive $198,556 in 2023

By NW Illinois News | Jul 22, 2024

Lee County's basketball collegiate teams received $198,556 in funding for the 2023 season.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Carroll County in week ending July 20?

By NW Illinois News | Jul 22, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Carroll County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 20, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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There were 3,590 white students enrolled in Stephenson County County schools in 2022-23 school year

By NW Illinois News | Jul 22, 2024

In Stephenson County County schools, 3,590 white students were enrolled in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Ogle County in week ending July 20?

By NW Illinois News | Jul 22, 2024

The only price of E15 gas in cities throughout Ogle County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 20, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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$237,130 in County School Facility Tax collected in April for Jo Daviess County

By NW Illinois News | Jul 22, 2024

In April, Jo Daviess County saw an increase in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Lee County in week ending July 20?

By NW Illinois News | Jul 22, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Lee County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 20, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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McCombie condemns actions leading to Sonya Massey's death

By NW Illinois News | Jul 22, 2024

After the release of bodycam footage and transcript following the death of Springfield resident Sonya Massey, House Minority Leader Tony McCombie issued a statement.

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Illinois professionals urged to renew licenses amid state department delays

By NW Illinois News | Jul 22, 2024

Several professions in Illinois have licenses up for renewal on September 30. With ongoing delays at the state’s Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR), House Minority Leader Tony McCombie is urging constituents to renew their licenses as soon as possible.

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City of Lanark City Council met June 18

By Philip Gonzales | Jul 22, 2024

City of Lanark City Council met Tuesday, June 18