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State Senator Sue Rezin Advocates for the Return of Local Control over Renewable Projects

By Grundy Reporter | Jan 23, 2024

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...

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IDNR Seeking Summer Instructors for 2024 Urban Fishing Program Clinics

By Grundy Reporter | Jan 23, 2024

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is currently seeking instructors for the 2024 summer fishing clinics as part of their Urban Fishing Program. Established in 1985, the program aims to teach people of all ages how to fish, enhance local fishing opportunities, and foster a greater appreciation for natural resources.The IDNR is looking for individuals who are passionate about fishing and eager to share their knowledge with others. These instructors will be responsible for conducting free clinics in various communities across Illinois. The clinics will cover...

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Rezin relaunches annual Valentines for Seniors program

By Grundy Reporter | Jan 23, 2024

State Senator Sue Rezin is once again launching her annual "Valentines for Seniors" card drive, aiming to bring joy to local senior citizens as Valentine's Day approaches. Sen. Rezin is calling on students, scout groups, churches, and other organizations to create homemade cards that will be distributed to nursing homes, assisted-living facilities, and other long-term care facilities across the 38th Senate District."We want to brighten the day for our senior citizens and show them that they are loved and appreciated," said Sen. Rezin.Those interested in participating...

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Republicans Call on Governor to Reverse Proposed Cuts to Developmentally Disabled Community

By Grundy Reporter | Jan 23, 2024

The Pritzker Administration's announcement of planned budget cuts for programs supporting the developmentally disabled community has sparked a strong reaction from Republicans in Illinois. The proposed cuts would result in a reduction of 2.5 million hours of services provided by Direct Support Professionals (DSP) in group homes, affecting approximately 10,000 adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). The resulting decrease in funding would amount to $87.7 million, impacting 90% of all group home residents.In response to this concerning development,...

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Grundy County Board of Health met Nov. 15

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Jan 23, 2024

Grundy County Board of Health met Wednesday, Nov. 15

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Village of Minooka Village Board met Dec. 19

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Jan 23, 2024

Village of Minooka Village Board met Tuesday, Dec. 19

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Grundy County Board met Nov. 14

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Jan 22, 2024

Grundy County Board met Tuesday, Nov. 14

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City of Vienna City Council met Dec. 18

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Jan 22, 2024

City of Vienna City Council met Monday, Dec. 18

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In the 2021-22 school year, 41.8% of Coal City Community Unit School District 1 students failed the ELA portion of the IAR

By Grundy Reporter | Jan 21, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 41.8% of Coal City Community Unit School District 1 students failed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Which former Grundy Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 22?

By Grundy Reporter | Jan 20, 2024

This former Grundy Reporter area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 22.

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Test expectations: How many Saratoga Community Consolidated School District 60C students failed to meet the ELA IAR expectations in 2021-22 school year?

By Grundy Reporter | Jan 20, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 47.1% of Saratoga Community Consolidated School District 60C students failed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Grundy County Insurance Trust Fund Board met December 11

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Jan 20, 2024

Grundy County Insurance Trust Fund Board met 4:30 p.m. Monday, December 11.

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Coal City Community Unit School District 1: How many students failed Math test in 2021-22 school year?

By Grundy Reporter | Jan 19, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 53.9% of Coal City Community Unit School District 1 students failed the Math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Did Saratoga Community Consolidated School District 60C students fail or pass their 2021-22 Math tests?

By Grundy Reporter | Jan 18, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 57.2% of Saratoga Community Consolidated School District 60C students failed the Math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Coal City Village Board met Dec. 13

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Jan 17, 2024

Coal City Village Board met Wednesday, Dec. 13

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Coal City Public Library District Board of Trustees met Dec. 12

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Jan 17, 2024

Coal City Public Library District Board of Trustees met Tuesday, Dec. 12

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Village of Diamond Village Board of Commission met Dec. 12

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Jan 17, 2024

Village of Diamond Village Board of Commission met Tuesday, Dec. 12

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City of Vienna City Council met Jan. 17

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Jan 17, 2024

City of Vienna City Council met Tuesday, Jan. 17

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Gardner Community Consolidated Grade School District 72-C Board of Education met Jan. 18

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Jan 17, 2024

Gardner Community Consolidated Grade School District 72-C Board of Education met Thursday, Jan. 18

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Gardner-South Wilmington High School #73 Board of Education met Jan. 17

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Jan 17, 2024

Gardner-South Wilmington High School #73 Board of Education met Tuesday, Jan. 17