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21.4% of Cumberland Community Unit School District 77 students met or exceeded Math IAR expectations on tests in 2021-22 school year

By East Central Reporter Reports | Feb 5, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 21.4% of Cumberland Community Unit School District 77 students passed the Math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Southern Township of Wade: Precinct Wade 4

By East Central Reporter Reports | Feb 5, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 395 voters in Southern Township of Wade: Precinct Wade 4 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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State Rep. Miller: 'I 100 percent stand with Blaine Wilhour'

By East Central Reporter Reports | Feb 5, 2024

Illinois State Rep. Chris Miller (R-Hindsboro) shares his support for State Rep. Blaine Wilhour in response to Illinois teacher’s unions promoting an anti-Wilhour campaign after Wilhour advocated for school choice.

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State Rep. Halbrook: 'The left is using a sock puppet to try to take' Blaine Wilhour down

By East Central Reporter Reports | Feb 5, 2024

Illinois State Rep. Brad Halbrook (R-Shelbyville) shares his support for State Rep. Blaine Wilhour in response to Illinois teacher’s unions promoting an anti-Wilhour campaign after Wilhour advocated for school choice.

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State Rep. Niemerg: Blaine Wilhour's 'opponent is a tool of the far left'

By East Central Reporter Reports | Feb 5, 2024

Illinois State Rep. Adam Niemerg (R-Dieterich) shares his support for State Rep. Blaine Wilhour in response to Illinois teacher’s unions promoting an anti-Wilhour campaign after Wilhour advocated for school choice.

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EVs Failing, Former CIA Director Warns of Chinese Espionage Threat, and Illinois Democrats Silent on Chinese Investments

By East Central Reporter Reports | Feb 5, 2024

In a recent weekly newsletter, Rep. Miller highlighted several concerning stories related to electric vehicles (EVs) and Chinese investments. The newsletter starts by discussing how EV maker Rivian reached out to Connect Transit for assistance in charging their EVs in cold weather. According to local activist Diane Benjamin, Connect Transit informed Rivian that charging during peak times would be too expensive. This raises questions about the viability and cost-effectiveness of EVs in cold climates.Former CIA Director Leon Panetta also raised concerns about Chinese EV...

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Rep. Wilhour: Carlyle Farmer Highlighted for Pecan Crop “Hobby Turned into a Business”

By East Central Reporter Reports | Feb 5, 2024

A couple from Carlyle, Illinois, has turned their pecan-growing hobby into a successful business venture. Karen and Ralph Voss, who were originally corn and soybean farmers, decided to diversify their farm by getting into the pecan business. This decision has proven to be a lucrative one, with the Vosses now making money from their pecan crop.Speaking at a pecan workshop during the Everything Local conference in Springfield, Illinois, Ralph Voss shared the success story of their pecan venture. He stated, "We are making money at it." The Vosses started by focusing on...

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National Burn Awareness Week Feb. 4-10 Helps Highlight Prevention and Safety

By East Central Reporter Reports | Feb 5, 2024

National Burn Awareness Week is set to take place from February 4th to February 10th, serving as a crucial opportunity to raise awareness about burn prevention and safety. This year, the focus is on the dangers of flammable liquids, emphasizing that substances like gasoline can ignite at room temperature.One advocate for burn prevention is Representative Adam Niemerg, who is urging the public to join him in supporting the cause alongside the American Burn Association. Rep. Niemerg highlights the urgent need for further efforts in burn prevention, as burn injuries continue...

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Clay County ranks 78th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during November 2023

By East Central Reporter Reports | Feb 5, 2024

Clay County residents paid $114,039 in sales taxes, ranking 78th in total sales taxes paid per county in November 2023.

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central NW Township of Greenup: Precinct Greenup 3

By East Central Reporter Reports | Feb 5, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 339 voters in Central NW Township of Greenup: Precinct Greenup 3 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Clay County taxpayers give $64,725 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in November 2023

By East Central Reporter Reports | Feb 5, 2024

In November 2023, Clay County saw an increase in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Arthur Community Unit School District 305: How many students failed Math test in 2021-22 school year?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Feb 5, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 77.8% of Arthur Community Unit School District 305 students failed the Math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Lawrence County students and their ELA performance in 2021-22

By East Central Reporter Reports | Feb 5, 2024

Out of the 874 students who took the IAR in the 2021-22 school year, 67.7% failed the ELA portion of the test.

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Mattoon residents rank 95th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois for November 2023

By East Central Reporter Reports | Feb 4, 2024

Mattoon residents paid $892,701 in sales taxes, ranking 95th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in November 2023.

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Cumberland County collects $92,353 in County Sales Tax in 2022

By East Central Reporter Reports | Feb 4, 2024

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

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Test Expectations: How many Coles County students failed to meet Mathematics expectations in 2021-22 school year?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Feb 4, 2024

Out of the 2,509 students who took the IAR in the 2021-22 school year, 86.5% failed the Mathematics portion of the test.

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Clark County ranks 66th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during November 2023

By East Central Reporter Reports | Feb 4, 2024

Clark County residents paid $205,955 in sales taxes, ranking 66th in total sales taxes paid per county in November 2023.

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Q4 2023 Parolees Recap: Who was paroled in Douglas County?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Feb 4, 2024

There were three offenders living in Douglas County released on parole during the fourth quarter of 2023, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by East Central Reporter.

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Oakland Community Unit School District 5: How many students met or exceeded expectations in ELA in 2021-22 school year?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Feb 4, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 21.5% of Oakland Community Unit School District 5 students passed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Shelby County in week ending Feb. 3?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Feb 4, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Shelby County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 3, according to GasBuddy.com.