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Coles County home prices rose in August 2024 compared to August 2023

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 15, 2024

In August, the median sale price of a home in Coles County rose by $8,000 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales decreased by 2.4%.

1 gas station in cities throughout Edgar County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Oct. 5

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 15, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Edgar County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 5, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Which Effingham County district enrolled most students in 2022-23 school year?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 15, 2024

Effingham Community Unit School District 40 stood out in Effingham County with 2,245 students enrolled in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Douglas County residents pay $250,724 in County School Facility Tax in July

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 15, 2024

In July, Douglas County saw a decrease in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

1 gas station in cities throughout Clay County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Oct. 5

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 15, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Clay County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 5, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

2023: Red Hill Community Unit School District 10 administrators rank 54th lowest in state for average salary

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 15, 2024

Administrators in Red Hill Community Unit School District 10 earn an average of $81,051 per year, ranking 54th lowest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Cheapest E85 gas in cities across Shelby County in week ending Oct. 5

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 15, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Shelby County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 5, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Questions arise over election petition timing discrepancies

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 15, 2024

We received a copy of an email sent to the entire board by former State’s Attorney Rob Hanlon just before his last day in office. The email contained several updates for the board, which have not yet been discussed publicly.

Shelby County State’s Attorney criticized for handling of child sex offense case

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 15, 2024

The Shelby County State’s Attorney office is facing scrutiny over the handling of a case involving Carlos Oberg, who was charged with 33 criminal counts related to child sex offenses. These charges included traveling to engage in unlawful sexual conduct with a child, child pornography, and grooming. Initially, the charges were filed to provide concurrent sentences rather than consecutive ones, resulting in a maximum sentence of five years.

Edgar County Community Unit School District 6 Board of Education met Sept. 16

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 15, 2024

Edgar County Community Unit School District 6 Board of Education met Monday, Sept. 16

City of Olney City Council met Oct. 14

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 15, 2024

City of Olney City Council met Monday, Oct. 14

FOIA Request Sent to Oakland City Council Regarding Council Members' Information on October 15, 2024

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 15, 2024

FOIA Request to Oakland City Council Regarding Council Members' Information on October 15, 2024.

FOIA Request Sent to Flora City Council Regarding Information on Council Members on October 15, 2024

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 15, 2024

FOIA Request to Flora City Council Regarding Detailed Information on Council Members on October 15, 2024.

Niemerg announces October dates for satellite office hours

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 15, 2024

State Representative Adam Niemerg has announced the schedule for his "Satellite Office Hours" in October, providing an opportunity for constituents to meet with legislative staff to discuss state issues and receive assistance. The sessions will be held on Thursday, October 24, at various locations.

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Coles County home prices rose in August 2024 compared to August 2023

1 gas station in cities throughout Edgar County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Oct. 5

Which Effingham County district enrolled most students in 2022-23 school year?

Douglas County residents pay $250,724 in County School Facility Tax in July

1 gas station in cities throughout Clay County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Oct. 5

2023: Red Hill Community Unit School District 10 administrators rank 54th lowest in state for average salary

Cheapest E85 gas in cities across Shelby County in week ending Oct. 5

Questions arise over election petition timing discrepancies

Shelby County State’s Attorney criticized for handling of child sex offense case

Edgar County Community Unit School District 6 Board of Education met Sept. 16

City of Olney City Council met Oct. 14

FOIA Request Sent to Oakland City Council Regarding Council Members' Information on October 15, 2024

FOIA Request Sent to Flora City Council Regarding Information on Council Members on October 15, 2024

Niemerg announces October dates for satellite office hours

FOIA Request Sent to Marshall City Council Regarding List of Council Members on October 15, 2024

FOIA Request Sent to Arcola City Council Regarding Information on Council Members on October 15, 2024

FOIA Request Sent to Altamont City Council Regarding Council Members' Information on October 15, 2024

FOIA Request Sent to Effingham City Council Regarding Council Members' Details on October 15, 2024

FOIA Request Sent to Newton City Council Regarding Council Members' Information on October 15, 2024

FOIA Request Sent to Neoga City Council Regarding Council Members' Details on October 15, 2024

State Representative Adam Niemerg: 'To date, there are 436 people who have signed the petition to Save our State Flag'

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