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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

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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.

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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.

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

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 15, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Marshall City Council on October 15, 2024.

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

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 15, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Arcola City Council in Illinois on October 15, 2024.

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

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 15, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Altamont City Council in Illinois on October 15, 2024.

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

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 15, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Effingham City Council regarding detailed information about council members on October 15, 2024.

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

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 15, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Newton City Council in Illinois on October 15, 2024.

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

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 15, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Neoga City Council in Illinois on October 15, 2024.

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

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 15, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Charleston City Council in Illinois on October 15, 2024.

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Illinois issues $1.7 billion bonds amid ongoing trials and education board changes

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 15, 2024

The trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael J. Madigan has begun in Chicago, with jury selection currently underway. Madigan faces charges of bribery and racketeering alongside his longtime associate Mike McClain. The indictment alleges that Madigan led the "Madigan Enterprise," a scheme to enrich himself and his political allies while maintaining power in Springfield. Both defendants have pleaded not guilty.

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

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 15, 2024

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