Harristown is a village in Macon County, Illinois, with a population of approximately 1,526.
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Major fire breaks out at Harristown Township Hall
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NewsFEB 05, 2026
UPDATE: Harristown Township building destroyed by fire; no one hurt
UPDATE: Harristown Township building destroyed by fire; no one hurt WCIA.com
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NewsDEC 23, 2025
Harristown receives $1 million to replace aging water lines
Harristown receives $1 million to replace aging water lines wandtv.com
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