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In 2022, Henry County ranks 86th among Illinois counties for government transfer income per capita at $10,939

In 2022, residents of Henry County received an average of $10,939 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 17th lowest in Illinois.

By Rock Island Today Reports | Mar 24, 2025

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Henry County residents pay $50,609 in County Sales Tax in December 2024

In December 2024, Henry County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

By Rock Island Today Reports | Mar 22, 2025

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Mercer County: Income Maintenance dependency reached 1.9% in 2022

By Rock Island Today Reports | Mar 22, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 1.9% of income in Mercer County, providing an average of $1,125 per capita to residents.

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Illinois lawmaker sponsors TICK Act focusing on tick-borne illness education

By Rock Island Today Reports | Mar 21, 2025

A bill aimed at protecting Illinois residents from tick-borne illnesses has advanced in the legislative process.

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Illinois Republicans seek clarification on IHSA's gender-based sports policies

By Rock Island Today Reports | Mar 21, 2025

State Senator Neil Anderson, alongside the Illinois Senate Republican Caucus, has formally reached out to the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) seeking clarity on its policies concerning transgender athletes in high school sports.

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Opposition grows against HB 2827 homeschool registration bill

By Rock Island Today Reports | Mar 19, 2025

Today, opposition was voiced against HB 2827, a bill concerning homeschooling.

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Rock Island County residents received $11,541 per capita in government transfers in 2022, ranking 77th in Illinois

By Rock Island Today Reports | Mar 17, 2025

In 2022, residents of Rock Island County received an average of $11,541 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 26th lowest in Illinois.

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Mercer County taxpayers give $86,324 in County School Facility Tax in December 2024

By Rock Island Today Reports | Mar 17, 2025

In December 2024, Mercer County saw a decrease in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Community activities highlight local talent and camaraderie

By Rock Island Today Reports | Mar 17, 2025

Saturday began with a visit to Walnut Grove United Methodist Church for a pancake breakfast.

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Henry County: Income Maintenance made up 2.2% of total income in 2022

By Rock Island Today Reports | Mar 15, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.2% of income in Henry County, providing an average of $1,211 per capita to residents.

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Illinois faces $737 million budget shortfall amid weak job growth

By Rock Island Today Reports | Mar 14, 2025

The state of Illinois is facing a projected budget shortfall of $737 million for the next fiscal year, according to a report by the Commission on Government Forecasting and Accountability (CGFA).

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Mercer County ranks 72nd in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during December 2024

By Rock Island Today Reports | Mar 13, 2025

Mercer County residents paid $144,275 in sales taxes, ranking 72nd in total sales taxes paid per county in December 2024.

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Firefighter credit bill advances in house after committee approval

By Rock Island Today Reports | Mar 13, 2025

Legislation aimed at providing firefighters with higher educational credit for their training has successfully passed a House committee.

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$70,639 in County Sales Tax collected in December 2024 for Rock Island County

By Rock Island Today Reports | Mar 13, 2025

In December 2024, Rock Island County saw a decrease in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Mercer County ranks 52nd highest in Illinois for per capita government transfer income at $12,576 in 2022

By Rock Island Today Reports | Mar 10, 2025

In 2022, residents of Mercer County received an average of $12,576 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 51st lowest in Illinois.

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Public urged to improve financial literacy during National Credit Education Month

By Rock Island Today Reports | Mar 10, 2025

National Credit Education Month is an opportunity for individuals to focus on managing their finances, enhancing credit scores, and planning for a more secure financial future.

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Henry County residents paid 25th-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during December 2024

By Rock Island Today Reports | Mar 8, 2025

Henry County residents paid $778,532 in sales taxes, the 25th highest total paid per county in December 2024.

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Rock Island County taxpayers give $1.5 million in County School Facility Tax in December 2024

By Rock Island Today Reports | Mar 7, 2025

In December 2024, Rock Island County saw an increase in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Illinois audit reveals immigrant health benefits costs exceed expectations

By Rock Island Today Reports | Mar 7, 2025

The Illinois Auditor General has revealed that state spending on health benefits for immigrants in the country illegally reached $1.6 billion over the past few years, surpassing projections by more than half a billion dollars.

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Rock Island County ranks 49th in Illinois for government transfer dependency at 23.7% in 2022

By Rock Island Today Reports | Mar 6, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 23.7% of income in Rock Island County—ranking it 49th least dependent among Illinois counties.