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News from May 2024

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within DeKalb County in week ending May 18?

By DeKalb Times | May 21, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout DeKalb County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 18, according to GasBuddy.com.

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IDOT launches photo contest highlighting transportation in Illinois

By DeKalb Times | May 21, 2024

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has announced a new photo contest aimed at showcasing how transportation connects communities and keeps the state moving. Through June 7, IDOT will accept original photos depicting various modes of transportation in Illinois, including biking, walking, rails-to-trails projects, highways, bridges, work zones, transit systems, airports, and waterways.

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Rep. Keicher hosts senior fraud protection event in Cortland

By DeKalb Times | May 21, 2024

State Representative Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore) is collaborating with the Town of Cortland and the Illinois Attorney General’s Office to organize a Senior Fraud Protection Event on May 29. The event, free to attend, will take place at the Cortland Lions Club located at 70 S. Llanos St. in Cortland at 2 p.m.

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DeKalb Times area weekly mass times

By DeKalb Times | May 18, 2024

The following parishes in the DeKalb Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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How many white students were enrolled in DeKalb County districts in 2021-22 school year?

By DeKalb Times | May 18, 2024

In DeKalb County districts, 9,903 white students were enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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7.3% of citizens unemployed in DeKalb County in 2021

By DeKalb Times | May 17, 2024

The unemployment rate in DeKalb County hit 7.3% among residents aged 16 and 65 years old in 2021.

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across DeKalb County in week ending May 11

By DeKalb Times | May 17, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout DeKalb County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 11, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Bill to aid underage trafficking victims awaits Governor's signature

By DeKalb Times | May 17, 2024

Legislation proposed by State Representative Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore) and endorsed in the Senate by State Senator Erica Harriss (R-Glen Carbon) to aid underage victims of human trafficking has unanimously passed the State Senate. House Bill 5465, which previously received unanimous approval in the House, is now awaiting the Governor's signature.

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Taylor Wyeth, former West Aurora High School softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Softball Championship

By DeKalb Times | May 16, 2024

They open the tournament against UW Whitewater Warhawks.

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Illinois legislation to address roadside trash problem awaits Governor's signature

By DeKalb Times | May 15, 2024

The persistent issue of trash being blown off waste-hauling trucks, causing both environmental and safety concerns, is set to be addressed by a new legislation developed by State Representative Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore) and State Senator Erica Harriss (R-Glen Carbon). The problem has not only marred the aesthetics of many communities but also inflicted damage on farmers' operations and fields.

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Ashley Nelson, former Dekalb High School softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Softball Championship

By DeKalb Times | May 15, 2024

Her team enters the tournament as a number two seed.

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Jaron Schiera, former Sandwich High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D2 Baseball Championship

By DeKalb Times | May 15, 2024

His team enters the tournament as a number two seed.

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Illinois General Assembly honors fallen firefighters at memorial ceremony

By DeKalb Times | May 14, 2024

Members of the Illinois General Assembly and State Government convened today to honor the memory of Illinois firefighters who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. The tribute took place at the Fallen Firefighters Memorial Ceremony in Springfield, serving as a solemn reminder of their bravery and sacrifice.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in DeKalb County in week ending May 11?

By DeKalb Times | May 14, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout DeKalb County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 11, according to GasBuddy.com.

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DeKalb County Executive Committee met May 8

By Philip Gonzales | May 13, 2024

DeKalb County Executive Committee met Wednesday, May 8

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Rep. Keicher attends event celebrating Illinois manufacturing and electric vehicle development

By DeKalb Times | May 13, 2024

Last week, Rep. Keicher was seen actively participating in the activities of the Illinois House of Representatives. He was also present at an event held at the Governor’s Mansion, which celebrated manufacturing and electric vehicle development in Illinois.

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Village of Hinckley Board of Trustees met April 8

By Philip Gonzales | May 13, 2024

Village of Hinckley Board of Trustees met Monday, April 8

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Village of Hinckley Committee of the Whole met April 8

By Philip Gonzales | May 13, 2024

Village of Hinckley Committee of the Whole met Monday, April 8

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City of Genoa City Council met May 8

By Philip Gonzales | May 13, 2024

City of Genoa City Council met Wednesday, May 8

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City of Dekalb City Council met April 8

By Philip Gonzales | May 13, 2024

City of Dekalb City Council met Monday, April 8