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IGOLD Draws Huge Crowd at Capitol to Support Second Amendment

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 19, 2024

Yesterday at the Capitol, a significant gathering took place in support of Illinois Gun Owner Lobby Day (IGOLD). The event drew a large crowd of individuals advocating for their Second Amendment rights. "Owning a firearm is a right guaranteed by our Constitution," emphasized one of the attendees.The attendees expressed concerns about the ongoing challenges to their Second Amendment rights, with one individual stating, "The constant attacks on our Second Amendment rights are a blatant assault on the principles underlying our Constitution." Another participant echoed these...

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Lawrence County taxpayers give $252,611 in Countywide Sales Tax in 2022

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 19, 2024

In 2022, Lawrence County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous year.

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Southeastern Township of Ross: Precinct Ross 2

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 19, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 287 voters in Southeastern Township of Ross: Precinct Ross 2 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Charleston Community Unit School District 1 administrators rank 790th in state for average pay in 2022

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 19, 2024

Administrators in Charleston Community Unit School District 1 earn an average of $83,108 per year, ranking 790th in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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How much more does an administrator earn than teachers in Teutopolis Community Unit School District 50 in 2021-22 school year?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 18, 2024

The average school administrator’s salary in Teutopolis Community Unit School District 50 was $98,030 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $58,391, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Effingham County collects $235,485 in Countywide Sales Tax in January

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 18, 2024

In January, Effingham County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Cheapest diesel in cities across Clark County in week ending Apr. 13

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 18, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Clark County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Who voted in Eastern Township of Paris: Precinct Paris 15 during 2020 Presidential Election?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 18, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 277 voters in Eastern Township of Paris: Precinct Paris 15 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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How did Central Township of Shiloh: Precinct Shiloh residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 18, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 73 voters in Central Township of Shiloh: Precinct Shiloh cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Prairie State taxes: Shelby County residents rank 58th in total sales taxes paid for January

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 18, 2024

Shelby County residents paid $260,307 in sales taxes, ranking 58th in total sales taxes paid per county in January.

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central NE Township of Paris: Precinct Paris 7

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 18, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 266 voters in Central NE Township of Paris: Precinct Paris 7 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Analysis: Arthur Community Unit School District 305 administrators rank 749th in state for average pay in 2022

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 18, 2024

Administrators in Arthur Community Unit School District 305 earn an average of $87,203 per year, ranking 749th in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Rep. Miller Welcomes Lakeland Student Government Visitors

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 18, 2024

Rep. Miller had the pleasure of hosting a group of students from Lakeland Student Government at the Capitol today. Expressing his enthusiasm, Rep. Miller stated, "I had a fantastic group of students visit me today from Lakeland Student Government! Lakeland is an outstanding college that is committed to changing lives through the power of learning."One of the notable attendees was Jackie Schertz, a Production Agriculture Alumni and Student Representative to the Board of Directors, as highlighted by Rep. Miller during the visit.Appreciating the visit, Rep. Miller extended...

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Rep. Niemerg Opposes Mandating 'Climate Change' Training for Illinois Teachers

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 18, 2024

State Representative Adam Niemerg (R-Dieterich) has voiced his opposition to a proposed legislation that would mandate the training of Illinois teachers on 'climate change' ideology. Speaking out against the bill, Rep. Niemerg expressed concerns about the impact of such a mandate on teachers and students alike.“This is another very bad mandate on teachers to be indoctrinated on the ‘climate change’ ideology who will then be expected to pass that ideology onto our children,” declared Rep. Adam Niemerg.Rep. Niemerg, a member of the Elementary & Secondary Education: School...

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Democrats Push Through 5 Controversial Bills in Illinois

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 18, 2024

Just as expected, there has been numerous bad bills passed through the General Assembly, heavily favored by Democrats. On April 17th, 2024 a total of 71 bills passed the Illinois House of Representatives which included (65) Democrat bills and just (6) Republican bills. Democrats are committed to passing bad bills.Among the bills passed, five from the Democrats have sparked controversy. House Bill 4867, for example, amends the Illinois Human Rights Act to protect individuals making reproductive health decisions. House Bill 4921 establishes a Low Interest Home Improvement...

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State Rep. Halbrook: 'I support the 'Parents Matter Coalition’s' proposed Illinois advisory referendum'

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 17, 2024

Illinois State Rep. Brad Halbrook (R-Shelbyville) said he supports the "Parents Matter Coalition's" proposed referendum for the 2024 ballot.

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Shelby County residents pay $49,492 in County Sales Tax in January

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 17, 2024

In January, Shelby County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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How did Central Township of Stratton: Precinct Stratton residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 17, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 216 voters in Central Township of Stratton: Precinct Stratton cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Edgar County residents pay $132,356 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in January

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 17, 2024

In January, Edgar County saw an increase in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central NW Township of Paris: Precinct Paris 8

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 17, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 124 voters in Central NW Township of Paris: Precinct Paris 8 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.