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Illinois legislators face tight budget decisions as session nears end

Legislators in Springfield are preparing for the final four weeks of their session, with both the House and Senate meeting every week until the scheduled adjournment on May 31.

By McHenry Times | May 5, 2025

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McHenry County: Medicare dependency reached 4.4% in 2022

In 2022, Medicare transfers made up 4.4% of income in McHenry County, providing an average of $2,907 per capita to residents.

By McHenry Times | May 5, 2025

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McHenry Times area weekly mass times

By McHenry Times | May 3, 2025

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

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McHenry County residents pay approximately $3.5 million in County Sales Tax in 2024

By McHenry Times | Apr 30, 2025

In 2024, McHenry County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous year.

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McHenry County taxpayers give just over $1.2 million in County Share of RTA Sales Tax in February

By McHenry Times | Apr 29, 2025

In February, McHenry County saw a decrease in County Share of RTA Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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McHenry County collects approximately $7.7 million in County Motor Fuel Tax in 2024

By McHenry Times | Apr 29, 2025

In 2024, McHenry County saw an increase in County Motor Fuel Tax collection compared to the previous year.

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McHenry County collects $973,157 in Countywide Sales Tax in February

By McHenry Times | Apr 28, 2025

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

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Illinois senators address legislation and state budget in Springfield session

By McHenry Times | Apr 28, 2025

Illinois Senators have returned to Springfield after a two-week break to begin the final weeks of their legislative session.

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McHenry County residents pay $795,484 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in February

By McHenry Times | Apr 27, 2025

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

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McHenry Times area weekly mass times

By McHenry Times | Apr 26, 2025

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

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McHenry County residents pay $674,246 in County Motor Fuel Tax in February

By McHenry Times | Apr 26, 2025

In February, McHenry County saw an increase in County Motor Fuel Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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$291,759 in County Sales Tax collected in February for McHenry County

By McHenry Times | Apr 25, 2025

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

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Grants awarded to revitalize main streets in McHenry, Woodstock, and Lake Villa

By McHenry Times | Apr 25, 2025

State Senator Craig Wilcox has announced that over $2.67 million in state grants will be distributed to aid in revitalizing the main streets and downtowns within the 32nd Senate District.

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Over $30,000 awarded to libraries in 32nd Senate District

By McHenry Times | Apr 24, 2025

State Senator Craig Wilcox has announced that libraries and library districts within the 32nd Senate District will receive a total of $30,407.76 through state library grants.

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Senator Wilcox raises concerns on IHSA policies and cannabis regulation

By McHenry Times | Apr 22, 2025

Senator Craig Wilcox recently co-hosted an IPASS on Demand event in McHenry with State Representative Steve Reick.

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2022: McHenry County aging and government transfer dependency trends

By McHenry Times | Apr 19, 2025

Since 1970, McHenry County’s population aged over 65 has increased by 7.2%, while income from age-related government transfers has fallen by 1.7%.

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McHenry Times area weekly mass times

By McHenry Times | Apr 19, 2025

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

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2024 Parolees Recap: Who was paroled in McHenry County?

By McHenry Times | Apr 14, 2025

There were 84 offenders released on parole during 2024 that live in McHenry County, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by McHenry Times.

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Prairie State Taxes: Algonquin residents rank 56th in total sales taxes paid per muncipality for February

By McHenry Times | Apr 14, 2025

Algonquin residents paid approximately $1.4 million in sales taxes, ranking 56th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in February.

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Crystal Lake residents paid 24th-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during January

By McHenry Times | Apr 14, 2025

Crystal Lake residents paid $2.8 million in sales taxes, the 24th highest total paid per municipality in January.