60% & Town Hall Meetings

Did you know? If the One-Cent Tax is approved, nearly 60% of that additional revenue would come from visitors and travelers, not Tazewell County residents.

Revenue from qualifying purchases would directly support our local schools by helping fund critical safety improvements and facility upgrades.

*This means non-residents contribute to our schools, easing the financial burden on Tazewell County property taxpayers while ensuring our students and community benefit from strong, modern schools.
*Those with multiple children in school will save more than they are estimated to spend.
*Groceries, medication, automobiles, and personal services are exempt items.

You’re invited to a Town Hall community meeting to discuss the One-Cent Tax referendum.

Be a part of the conversation about how this could benefit students, staff, and our school community by attending a Town Hall Meeting:

Grundy School - September 29, 2026 (Tuesday) 6-7 pm
Morton Public Library - October 13, 2026 (Tuesday) 6-7 pm
Jefferson School - October 22, 2026 (Thursday) 6-7 pm

Learn more by visiting Redefine 709, tazewellforstudents.com, or contacting Dr. Sander directly through this convenient "Got Questions?" form.

MHS senior Alexis Cook took first place in her class at the Morton Pumpkin Festival with a 359-pound pumpkin. We know the MHS Class of 2027 will do great things. It looks like they are off to a big start. Congratulations, Alexis!

Wishing our sweet pumpkin princesses the best of luck at tonight's Morton Pumpkin Festival Princess Pageant. Your Lincoln Lion family will be cheering for you!