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Coles County collects $206,954 in Countywide Sales Tax in July

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 5, 2025

In July, Coles County saw a decrease in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Illinois Department of Corrections to release 1 inmate sentenced in Effingham County during week ending Sept. 13

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 5, 2025

There was one inmate who was sentenced in Effingham County and is set to be released from prison in the week ending Sept. 13.

Pritzker faces criticism over comments on crime, immigration policy, and redistricting

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 5, 2025

Governor JB Pritzker appeared on national television over the weekend, participating in interviews on Face the Nation and Meet the Press.

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Who are the former East Central Illinois high school standouts competing in the week of Monday, Sept. 8?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 5, 2025

The week beginning Monday, Sept. 8 will showcase these former East Central Illinois area high school standouts.

Week ending Sept. 13: 1 inmate sentenced in Coles County to be released from prison

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 4, 2025

There was one inmate who was sentenced in Coles County and is set to be released from prison in the week ending Sept. 13.

Jasper County residents pay $27,714 in Countywide Sales Tax in July

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 4, 2025

In July, Jasper County saw a decrease in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Chris Miller criticizes governor's approach following rise in Chicago crime

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 4, 2025

State Representative Chris Miller has spoken out about public safety concerns in Illinois, particularly focusing on crime in Chicago.

Effingham County taxpayers give $247,326 in Countywide Sales Tax in June

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 4, 2025

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

Anonymous Facebook page posts fake statements attributed to local judicial officials

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 4, 2025

Anonymous social media activity has prompted renewed warnings from Edgar County Watchdogs, Inc. regarding the spread of fabricated statements attributed to official sources.

Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond High School posts early September announcements via #GoKnights

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 4, 2025

Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond High School’s Twitter account #GoKnights issued several updates on school events and schedule changes on September 3 and September 4, 2025.

Q2 Recap: 2 parolees from Effingham County convicted of drug crimes released on parole

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 4, 2025

There were two offenders convicted of drug crimes living in Effingham County who were released on parole during the second quarter of 2025, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the East Central Reporter.

Edgar County Watchdogs dispute police report statement in judge’s DUI case

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 4, 2025

After reviewing a video recording of Judge Sullivan's recent DUI arrest, questions have emerged regarding the accuracy of statements attributed to him in the official police report.