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Illinois Sheriff's Association announces scholarship

QUINCY, Ill. (WGEM)-- Students looking to apply for local scholarships should head to your nearest sheriff's office.

The Illinois Sheriff's Association will be awarding $500 scholarships throughout the state.

Applicants must be Illinois residents and enrolled as a full time student at a Illinois college or university for the 2012-2013 school year.

Applications are now available at your local Sheriff's office or on the internet at www.ilsheriff.org. Students must complete the application, answer the essay question and return all documentation to the sheriff's office in their permanent county of residence by March 12, 2012. (Must be postmarked by this date.)