November races are set

The June 28 primary election cleared the way for some key contested races this November.  For elected Monroe County offices, two Republican incumbents will face challenges from Democrats. Running against…

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Monroe County population rises

Monroe County is the only Illinois county in the area whose population has grown in recent years, according to data released by the United States Census Bureau. The Census Bureau…

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Final election results

The Republic-Times reported election results as of press time last Tuesday night, though few of the races except those in Monroe County were final.  This week, all are, and there…

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Republicans win big in Monroe County

Republicans’ dominance of Monroe County government will continue, as both GOP candidates won their elections here Tuesday.  Republican George Green of Maeystown beat Democrat Duane Langhorst of Fults for the…

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Following the campaign money

As Nov. 3 draws nearer, a look at the campaign finances of the contestants in the main Monroe County races offers insights into who supports each candidate and how much…

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