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Softball Recap: Sangamon Valley/Tri-City has no trouble against Nokomis
Sangamon Valley/Tri-City can now show off 11 landslide victories after their most recent game on Saturday. They blew past the Nokomis Redskins 10-3. For Sangamon Valley/Tri-City, this counts as revenge for the 4-0 defeat Nokomis walked away with the last time they faced one another back in May of 2023.
Staying Updated On Summer And Seasonal Events With The Taylorville Park District
The Taylorville Park District is preparing for their summer of events and programs that keep local community members of all ages active and engaged. With the recent opening of the Manners Park Dog Park, weekly events for all ages, and ongoing seasonal events, Recreation Director, Jessica Franks and the park district staff have been keeping busy.
Taylorville Choir Students Honored
Several awards were handed out to students in the Taylorville Choir program at a year-end Honors Concert held on the evening of Tuesday, May 7th. Awards that were given out included Outstanding 7/8th Grade Choir Member—Landri Salmon, Outstanding 7th/8th Grade Musician—Olivia Garren, Outstanding THS Mixed Choir Member—CJ Guy, Outstanding THS Mixed Choir Musician—Maelie Heberling, Outstanding THS Concert Choir Musician—Rhyker Wicks.
Baseball Game Recap: Taylorville Takes a Loss
Taylorville was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They lost 17-8 to the Charleston Trojans. That's two games in a row now that Taylorville has lost by exactly nine runs. For Charleston's part, Owen Bennett was...
Taylorville City Council Recognizes Students
The Taylorville City Council met on Monday and while a big focus of the meeting was on Small Town Taylorville, there were many other things that were talked about as well at the meeting. The Council recognized the Illinois Principals Association Student Leadership Award Recipients and the TJHS Scholastic Bowl Team. A student was honored at each school for the IPA Leadership Award. Kendall Hennings, Gwen Schapiro, Madison Krachum, and Jessie Sloan were recognized. The TJHS Scholastic Bowl Team was recognized. The team won Regionals for the first time in School History.
Softball Game Preview: Nokomis Plays at Home
The Nokomis Redskins will be playing in front of their home fans against the Meridian Hawks at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Both teams are strolling into their matchups after big wins in their previous games. Nokomis took a loss when they played away from home on Thursday, but their home...
Macoupin County's Property Tax Multiplier Holds Steady at 1.0000
In Springfield, Illinois, the mathematical balancing act of property taxes meets its yearly benchmark as the Illinois Department of Revenue announces the "multiplier" for Macoupin County remains steadfast at 1.0000, as confirmed by IDOR director David Harris. This figure comes as a result of the state mandate for equalized assessments across counties, a move designed to prevent disparities among taxpayers who own similar properties.
Demuzio appointed as Ward 1 Alderman; Eagle Scouts Recognized at May Council meeting
The Carlinville City Council met for its first meeting of May on Mon., May 6. There were only 7 aldermen for most of the meeting, but the new alderman for Ward 1 was sworn in during the latter half of the meeting. Besides swearing in a new alderman, the council recognized two Eagle Scouts and approved bids for projects.
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Carlinville High School Prom held May 4
Carlinville High School hosted their Prom on Sat., May 4. Carlinville students and their dates spent all day preparing for the Promenade and Prom hosted that evening at the Carlinville High School. Several prominent locations throughout town, such as the Macoupin County Courthouse, were busy with prom-goers and their families taking pictures before the events. Enquirer~Democrat photo by Erin Sanson.
Representative Halbrook Recognizes Christian County Fair At Capitol
Late last month, the Illinois House of Representatives adopted House Resolution 724 which congratulates the Christian County Agricultural Fair on its centennial anniversary and wishes the fair continued success in the future. State Representative Brad Halbrook this spring passed the resolution, honoring the Christian County Fair on their anniversary, and 100 years of excellence, and earlier this week recognized Fair Board President Craig Paulek, 2nd Vice President Jim Olive, and Treasurer Larry Budd who were present in the House gallery in Springfield.
Greater Taylorville Chamber Of Commerce Holds Soft Grand Opening At Taylorville Sonic; Opening To The Public On Wednesday
A new restaurant in Taylorville held its soft opening on Tuesday morning and will be opening to customers on Wednesday. Sonic held a grand opening including a ribbon cutting to a big crowd on Tuesday morning that included the Taylorville Cheer Squad, Jazz Band, and many Taylorville dignities. Mike James, Founder and CEO of Guernsey Holdings, opened the Taylorville Store. It is the 100th Franchise for Guernsey Holdings and James says he’s proud of that number and proud to be in Taylorville.
Republicans Speak Out On Electric Vehicle Showcase
An Electric Vehicle Showcase has some Republicans seething as they see it as a waste of taxpayer dollars. The EV Day was at held at the Governor’s Mansion showcasing multiple new vehicles including an electric school bus. State Representative Brad Halbrook spoke out about some alarming numbers that he noticed.
Lincoln Prairie Trail Enhancements and Bridge Construction Updates
The Lincoln Prairie Trail takes local citizens from Taylorville to the lake, through Owaneco, and ends in Pana, depending on which end you start and has largely been blocked off due to the over 100-year-old bridge that has sat in disrepair for the last seven years. Members of the Lincoln Prairie Trail Conservancy, Steve Dennis and Bill Roseberry, announced that new enhancements for the trail are on the way, and bridge construction looks to begin in September.
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