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Lawrence County collects $117,690 in County School Facility Tax in December 2023

By East Central Reporter Reports | Mar 26, 2024

In December 2023, Lawrence County saw an increase in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central SE Township of Casey: Precinct Casey 4

By East Central Reporter Reports | Mar 26, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 468 voters in Central SE Township of Casey: Precinct Casey 4 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Shelby County in week ending Mar. 23?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Mar 26, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Shelby County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 23, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Rep. Miller's Weekly Newsletter Highlights Various Issues in Illinois

By East Central Reporter Reports | Mar 26, 2024

Illinois Representative Miller recently sent out a newsletter addressing several pressing matters in the state. In response to student groups interested in learning about state government, Miller expressed his enthusiasm, stating, "I love it when student groups come to Springfield to learn about state government. If your group is interested in a tour and a meeting with me to discuss the issues of the day, please contact my office. I would be happy to meet with you."Regarding the low voter turnout in the recent primary elections, a Wirepoints article highlighted the...

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More Pritzker Preschool Funding Details

By East Central Reporter Reports | Mar 26, 2024

In a recent commentary on early childhood and daycare spending in Illinois, concerns were raised about the effectiveness of taxpayer-funded early childhood education (ECE) programs. Max Eden highlighted a study reviewed by Education Week, indicating that recent preschool programs have shown negative impacts compared to earlier demonstration programs from the 1960s and 70s.The Perry Preschool Project and the Abecedarian study were pivotal in shaping the expansion of ECE programs based on their positive results. However, a recent study by Annenberg Brown University...

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Northern Township of Martinsville: Precinct Martinsville 1

By East Central Reporter Reports | Mar 25, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 402 voters in Northern Township of Martinsville: Precinct Martinsville 1 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Analysis: Shiloh Community Unit School District 1 administrators rank 370th in state for average pay in 2022

By East Central Reporter Reports | Mar 25, 2024

Administrators in Shiloh Community Unit School District 1 earn an average of $109,511 per year, ranking 370th in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Shelby County in week ending Mar. 23?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Mar 25, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Shelby County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 23, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Rep. Wilhour, IL Optometric Assn. Offer FREE Safety Sunglasses for April 8 Solar Eclipse

By East Central Reporter Reports | Mar 25, 2024

State Representative Blaine Wilhour (R-Beecher City) has announced a partnership with the Illinois Optometric Association to provide free safety sunglasses to residents of the 110th District for the upcoming total eclipse of the sun on April 8, 2024. The initiative aims to ensure the eye safety of Illinoisans during this rare celestial event."I want to thank the Illinois Optometric Association for making these solar eclipse glasses available at no charge for the eye safety of Illinoisans," stated Rep. Blaine Wilhour. "Please contact my district office if you would like to...

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Effingham County residents pay $721,504 in County Sales Tax in 2022

By East Central Reporter Reports | Mar 25, 2024

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

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Rep. Niemerg Partners with IL Optometric Assn. to Distribute FREE Safety Glasses for April 8 Eclipse

By East Central Reporter Reports | Mar 25, 2024

State Representative Adam Niemerg (R-Dieterich) has joined forces with the Illinois Optometric Association to offer complimentary safety sunglasses to residents of the 102nd District for viewing the total eclipse of the sun on April 8, 2024. "I am happy to work with the Illinois Optometric Association to get these safety glasses to as many people as possible at no charge," said Rep. Niemerg. The glasses, provided by the Illinois Optometric Association, meet the ISO 12312-2 safety standards and are made in the USA with a three-year guarantee.The Illinois Optometric...

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Pritzker Requests $30,000 per child for Preschool in FY25

By East Central Reporter Reports | Mar 25, 2024

In a recent meeting, State Representative Brad Halbrook raised concerns about the high cost of state-funded preschool and daycare in Illinois. During the Appropriations General Services Committee session, Halbrook questioned the budgetary implications of Governor Pritzker's plan to provide universal preschool by 2027.Halbrook pointed out the significant financial commitment involved, stating, "In Illinois we spend over $900 million just on preschool...That is an average cost of $11,609." He further highlighted the additional $150 million proposed by Governor Pritzker to...

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Douglas County in week ending Mar. 23?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Mar 25, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Douglas County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Mar. 23, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Lawrence County taxpayers give $48,831 in County Sales Tax in December 2023

By East Central Reporter Reports | Mar 25, 2024

In December 2023, Lawrence County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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

By East Central Reporter Reports | Mar 25, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 136 voters in Central Township of Orange: Precinct Orange cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Who voted in Southeastern Township of Casey: Precinct Casey 3 during 2020 Presidential Election?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Mar 25, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 275 voters in Southeastern Township of Casey: Precinct Casey 3 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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How many lawyers in good standing were practicing law in cities within Cumberland County as of February?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Mar 24, 2024

There were three lawyers in good standing in cities within Cumberland County as of February.

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How many lawyers were granted admission to practice law in cities within Jasper County in February?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Mar 24, 2024

There were two lawyers in good standing in cities within Jasper County as of February.

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Lawrence County residents pay $30,565 in Countywide Sales Tax in December 2023

By East Central Reporter Reports | Mar 24, 2024

In December 2023, Lawrence County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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

By East Central Reporter Reports | Mar 24, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 302 voters in Central Township of Westfield: Precinct Westfield cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.