4.7% of citizens unemployed in Grundy County in 2021
The unemployment rate in Grundy County hit 4.7% among residents aged 16 and 65 years old in 2021.
Which former Grundy Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon May 13?
These former Grundy Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon May 13.
Which former Grundy Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon May 6?
These former Grundy Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon May 6.
- Legislation to Educate Drivers on Hazardous Materials Advances
- Grundy County responsible for 50th-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during February
- Fallen Officers Remembered in Springfield
- Senate Republicans Warn of Election Theft as Democrats Pass Drastic Change to Election Law
- Legislation Introduced to Increase Penalties for Fleeing and Strengthen Detention Standards for Domestic Abusers
$56,055 in County Sales Tax collected in February for Grundy County
In February, Grundy County saw a decrease in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.
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How much in taxpayer-funded subsidies did farmers in Grundy County receive in 2021?
Farms in Grundy County received $11,743,810 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
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Taxpayer-funded subsidies offered to Will County farmers in 2021 reached $10,842,148
Farms in Will County received $10,842,148 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
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Unchanged number of lawyers with active licenses to practice in cities in Grundy County in January compared to previous month
There was an unchanged number of active legal licenses in cities among Grundy County in January compared to the previous month.
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How much did farmers in Kendall County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?
Farms in Kendall County received $8,047,372 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
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29 lawyers in good standing in cities in Grundy County as of January
Cities located within Grundy County recorded 29 lawyers in good standing to practice law as of January.
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Senate Republicans Highlight Pritzker Administration’s Misplaced Priorities Over Free Healthcare for Migrants
Three Senate Republicans on the Joint Committee on Administrative Rules (JCAR) have raised concerns over the Pritzker Administration's program to provide free healthcare to undocumented immigrants in Illinois. During a recent hearing, officials from the Department of Health and Family Services (DHFS) presented rules to implement co-pays for migrants in the program. According to the Senators, the co-pays will be significantly lower and less expensive than traditional healthcare plans for Illinois residents. Furthermore, managed care providers have the discretion to decide...
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Parks and Recreation Boosted by OSLAD Grants
Efforts to expand outdoor recreation in Illinois have received a significant boost with the announcement of $54.9 million in grant funding for 111 local park projects. The funding comes from the Open Space Land Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) program, which has been supporting park and recreation improvements for 37 years.OSLAD was established by the Illinois General Assembly in 1986 to foster a partnership between state and local governments in enhancing parks and recreation areas. Over the years, the program has allocated nearly $585 million for recreational...
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Rezin unveils core "Safe Screens, Healthy Minds" legislation
Illinois Senate Deputy Minority Leader Sue Rezin (R-Morris) has announced her "Safe Screens, Healthy Minds" legislative package, aimed at addressing the negative impact of social media on minors. At a press conference held at the State Capitol, Sen. Rezin highlighted the need for action to protect the youth from the risks associated with unchecked social media platforms."We know from research and whistleblowers that social media poses a significant risk to our youth if left unchecked," said Sen. Rezin. "While I hope for federal government intervention, Illinois officials...
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Rezin Announces "Safe Screens, Healthy Minds" Roundtables and Online Survey
Senate Minority Deputy Leader Sue Rezin (R-Morris) has announced two additional locations and dates for her "Safe Screens, Healthy Minds" initiative roundtables, as well as the launch of an online survey. The purpose of these events is to gather input from parents, educators, and mental health professionals throughout the state.Rezin emphasized the importance of gathering feedback from as many Illinoisans as possible for her initiative. She stated, "Illinois is a large and diverse state with people from all different walks of life and perspectives."The second...
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State Senator Sue Rezin Advocates for the Return of Local Control over Renewable Projects
State Senator Sue Rezin (R-Morris) has introduced Senate Bill 2595, which aims to restore local control over renewable projects that was stripped away by the General Assembly. The bill would allow proposed commercial wind and solar energy facilities in an unincorporated area of a county, within a 3-mile radius of a surrounding municipality, to be denied siting approval if they do not obtain approval from both the county board and the city council of that municipality.“The lame duck legislation that was pushed through the General Assembly stripped away the rights of local...
