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The only price of diesel in cities throughout Champaign County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

How much more does an administrator earn than teachers in Fisher Community Unit School District 1 in 2021-22 school year?

The average school administrator’s salary in Fisher Community Unit School District 1 was $91,112 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $48,029, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Construction Alert: Road Closures for South Downtown Sanitary Sewer Project

Stark Excavating has announced upcoming road closures in Champaign as part of the South Downtown Sanitary Sewer Project. The closures are necessary to facilitate the ongoing sanitary sewer work in the area.The project will involve the closure of specific lanes on Randolph Street and White Street. According to Stark Excavating, "The eastern most lane of Randolph Street at the intersection of White Street and Randolph Street will be closed starting on Thursday, April 25, 2024." Additionally, "The eastbound lane of White Street between State Street and Randolph Street will...

Invitation to Bid – Champaign City Building Roof Replacement Project

The City of Champaign has announced an Invitation to Bid for the Champaign City Building Roof Replacement Project, with a mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for April 26th. The meeting, a prerequisite for bidders to be considered responsive, will take place at the City Building on Neil St. at 10 a.m. Interested parties unable to attend the scheduled meeting can contact Marchello Graddy to arrange an alternative day.This project presents an opportunity for construction companies to participate in the roof replacement at the Champaign City Building. The mandatory pre-bid...

How much more does an administrator earn than teachers in Paxton-Buckley-Loda Community Unit School District 10 in 2021-22 school year?

The average school administrator’s salary in Paxton-Buckley-Loda Community Unit School District 10 was $94,788 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $47,614, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Where was the cheapest place to fill up on premium gas in cities in Piatt County in week ending Apr. 20?

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Piatt County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Vermilion County in week ending Apr. 20?

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Vermilion County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

Bradley Avenue Lane Closures for Storm Sewer Maintenance

Hoerr Construction, Inc. has announced lane closures on eastbound Bradley Avenue between Fourth Street and Carver Drive for storm sewer maintenance. The construction company stated, "Traffic will be merged into single lanes through the construction zone; no roads will be closed." The maintenance work is scheduled from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. starting on Thursday, April 25, and will continue through Tuesday, April 30, 2024. However, the schedule is subject to change depending on weather conditions, as mentioned by Hoerr Construction, Inc., "The work is weather dependent and may be...

Two Arrested in Overnight Armed Robbery

Two men have been apprehended for their involvement in an armed robbery that took place at a convenience store overnight in Champaign. According to reports from the Champaign Police Department, the incident occurred in the early hours of April 23, 2024, at a business located on N. Mattis Avenue.During the robbery, one of the suspects brandished a weapon, while the other acted as a lookout. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, but the perpetrators managed to escape with an undisclosed amount of cash. Following the incident, law enforcement officers swiftly initiated a...

City of Monticello Police Pension Board will meet April 24

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Apr 23, 2024

City of Monticello Police Pension Board will meet at Wednesday, April 24.

$10,052 in County Sales Tax collected in January for Ford County

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

How many companies were inspected by the FDA in cities located in Piatt County in Q4 2023?

There was one company in a city associated with Piatt County that received an FDA inspection in the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

How much more does an administrator earn than teachers in Deland-Weldon Community Unit School District 57 in 2021-22 school year?

The average school administrator’s salary in Deland-Weldon Community Unit School District 57 was $97,546 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $46,068, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Piatt County in week ending Apr. 20?

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Piatt County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

City of Champaign to Sell 2017 Ford Interceptor Utility Vehicle in Online Auction

The City of Champaign has announced that a gray 2017 Ford Interceptor Utility vehicle is up for sale through an online auction. The auction, which is being conducted via GovDeals, will accept bids until Friday, April 26, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. CDT.This opportunity presents a chance for interested buyers to acquire the Ford Interceptor Utility model at a competitive price. The decision to sell the vehicle through an online auction provides convenience and accessibility to potential purchasers.As stated by the announcement, "The City of Champaign is selling a gray 2017 Ford...

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