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Adams County responsible for 29th-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during July

Adams County residents paid $747,636 in sales taxes, the 29th highest total paid per county in July.

By T. H. Tate | Sep 12, 2025

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Senator Jil Tracy partners with Secretary of State for mobile DMV event in Carrollton

State Senator Jil Tracy is collaborating with the Illinois Secretary of State’s Office to offer a Mobile DMV Event in Carrollton.

By G. V. Arellano | Sep 4, 2025

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$207,063 in County Sales Tax collected in July for Adams County

By G. V. Arellano | Sep 4, 2025

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

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Adams County taxpayers give $291,134 in Countywide Sales Tax in July

By G. V. Arellano | Sep 3, 2025

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

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Adams County taxpayers give $249,439 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in July

By G. V. Arellano | Sep 1, 2025

In July, Adams County saw a decrease in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Senator Tracy leads launch of new online nonprofit filing system

By Quincy Reporter | Aug 28, 2025

The Illinois Attorney General’s Office has launched a new online reporting system for charitable organizations and trustees.

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Illinois DOGE Profile: Historical Society of Quincy and Adams County

By G. V. Arellano | Aug 23, 2025

Historical Society of Quincy and Adams County, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $816,804 grant in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

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Inside John Wood Community College—an Illinois DOGE Profile

By G. V. Arellano | Aug 22, 2025

John Wood Community College, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $100,000 grant in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

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State-funded Nonprofit Spotlight: Chaddock

By G. V. Arellano | Aug 22, 2025

Chaddock, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive two grants totaling $125,000 in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

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FOIA request sent to City of Quincy regarding a list of city employees on August 21, 2025

By Quincy Reporter | Aug 21, 2025

FOIA Request to City of Quincy regarding a list of city employees on August 21, 2025.

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Local lawmakers thank community for successful school supply drive

By Quincy Reporter | Aug 19, 2025

State Senator Jil Tracy (R-Quincy), Representative Kyle Moore (R-Quincy), and Representative C.D. Davidsmeyer (R-Murrayville) have expressed appreciation to the community following the conclusion of their first Back-to-School Supplies Drive, which...

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Adams County residents paid 29th-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during June

By T. H. Tate | Aug 11, 2025

Adams County residents paid $778,473 in sales taxes, the 29th highest total paid per county in June.

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Quincy residents paid 30th-largest sum in sales taxes per muncipality in Illinois during June

By C. F. Cline | Aug 11, 2025

Quincy residents paid just over $2.6 million in sales taxes, the 30th highest total paid per municipality in June.

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Tracy criticizes governor over rising utility bills; proposes legislative changes

By Quincy Reporter | Aug 11, 2025

Illinois families are facing steep increases in their utility bills this summer, with some residents reporting that costs have doubled or tripled.

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Adams County residents pay $198,140 in County Sales Tax in June

By G. V. Arellano | Aug 3, 2025

In June, Adams County saw a decrease in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Adams County collects $265,537 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in June

By G. V. Arellano | Aug 2, 2025

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

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Adams County collects $314,795 in Countywide Sales Tax in June

By G. V. Arellano | Aug 1, 2025

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

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Senator Tracy offers free passes to top Illinois museums and parks

By Quincy Reporter | Jul 21, 2025

State Senator Jil Tracy is inviting residents of the 50th District to use her Free Constituent Resource Card.

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Local legislators organize back-to-school supply drive

By Quincy Reporter | Jul 16, 2025

As the new school year approaches, State Senator Jil Tracy (R-Quincy), along with Representatives Kyle Moore (R-Quincy) and C.D. Davidsmeyer (R-Murrayville), have initiated a Back-to-School Supplies Drive to support students in need.

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Local legislators launch back-to-school supply drive

By Quincy Reporter | Jul 16, 2025

As the new school year approaches, State Senator Jil Tracy, Representative Kyle Moore, and Representative C.D. Davidsmeyer have initiated a Back-to-School Supplies Drive to support students in their districts.