Brown County
Recent News About Brown County
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18.7% of income in Brown County came from government transfers in 2022, ranking it 21st in Illinois
In 2022, government transfers made up 18.7% of income in Brown County—ranking it 21st least dependent among Illinois counties.
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FOIA request sent to Brown County regarding tax relief requests for veterans on June 10, 2025
FOIA Request to Brown County regarding tax relief requests for a veteran with disabilities on June 10, 2025.
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Residents of Brown County received $8,751 per capita in transfers in 2022, ranking it 96th in Illinois
In 2022, residents of Brown County received an average of $8,751 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it seventh lowest in Illinois.
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2022: Brown County aging and government transfer dependency trends
Since 1970, Brown County’s population aged over 65 has decreased by 4.9%, while income from age-related government transfers has fallen by 15.7%.
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Census Bureau reports Brown County population was 6,628 in 2019
Brown County had a population of 6,628 people in 2019, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained by the West Central Reporter.
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Census Bureau reports Brown County population was 6,599 in 2020
Brown County had a population of 6,599 people in 2020, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained by the West Central Reporter.
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Brown county population decreases by 116 people between 2017 and 2018
Brown county population decreased by 116 people between 2017 and 2018, according to American Community Survey.
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Brown county population decreases by 116 people between 2017 and 2018
Brown county population decreased by 116 people between 2017 and 2018, according to American Community Survey.
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56.8% unemployed in Brown County in 2017
56.8 percent of Brown County residents between 16 and 65 years old were unemployed in 2017, according to data obtained from the U.S. Census Bureau.
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55.4% unemployed in Brown County in 2018
55.4 percent of Brown County residents between 16 and 65 years old were unemployed in 2018, according to data obtained from the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Q1 2019 Recap: Parolees in Brown County convicted of drug crimes
There was an offender convicted of a crime involving drugs released on parole in Brown County during the first quarter of 2019, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the West Central Reporter.
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Q1 2019 Parolees Recap: Who was paroled in Brown County?
There was one offender released on parole during that lives in Brown County, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by West Central Reporter.
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Occupancy specialist devotes her time to helping others find affordable housing in Brown County
Two and a half years working for the Brown County Housing Authority (BCHA) has been an eye-opening experience for Sarah Allen.
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Q4 2018 Parolees Recap: Who was paroled in Brown County?
There was one offender released on parole during that lives in Brown County, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by West Central Reporter.
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Q3 2018 Parolees Recap: Who was paroled in Brown County?
There was one offender released on parole during that lives in Brown County, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by West Central Reporter.
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Q1 2018 Parolees Recap: Who was paroled in Brown County?
There was one offender released on parole during that lives in Brown County, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by West Central Reporter.
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2018 Parolees Recap: Who was paroled in Brown County?
There were three offenders released on parole during 2018 that live in Brown County, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by West Central Reporter.
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Brown County Public Health Department's Northup has been keeping residents safe for three decades
Emergency Response Coordinator and Staff Nurse Robin Northup will be celebrating 28 years with the Brown County Public Health Department in June, an accomplishment due in no small part to the passion she puts into her work and the rewards she receives in return.
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Superintendent Phillips follows her heart to provide best opportunities for Brown County students
Vicki Phillips truly loves being the superintendent for the Brown County School District, and her accomplishments in the relatively short time at the helm reflect that passion for her work.
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Brown County fire and ambulance chief heard his calling early, devotes his life to public safety
Brown County Fire Chief and Ambulance Director Brian Gallaher does not just care about people, he also thrives on helping them during times of need.