East Central Reporter Reports Stories

9.9% of teachers are leaving their jobs at Lawrence County

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 6, 2024

With an average salary of $48,000, 90.1% of teachers remain on their positions in Lawrence County schools, according to the 2023 three-year average.

$15,923 in County Sales Tax collected in May for Clay County

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 6, 2024

In May, Clay County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Cities in Crawford County recorded unchanged number of lawyers practicing law in July

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 6, 2024

The number of lawyers with active licenses in cities in Crawford County in July remained the same in comparison to the previous month.

Jasper County ranks 79th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during May

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 5, 2024

Jasper County residents paid $106,039 in sales taxes, ranking 79th in total sales taxes paid per county in May.

City of Mattoon City Council met July 2

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 5, 2024

City of Mattoon City Council met Tuesday, July 2

City of Effingham City Council met July 2

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 5, 2024

City of Effingham City Council met Tuesday, July 2

Arcola Community Unit School District 306 Finance Committee met July 2

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 5, 2024

Arcola Community Unit School District 306 Finance Committee met Tuesday, July 2

Village of Montgomery Planning and Zoning Commission will meet Aug. 8

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 5, 2024

Village of Montgomery Planning and Zoning Commission will meet at 7 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 8

Arthur Community Unified School District 305 Board of Trustees will meet Aug. 7

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 5, 2024

Arthur Community Unified School District 305 Board of Trustees will meet at 6 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 7

City of Effingham City Council will meet Aug. 6

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 5, 2024

City of Effingham City Council will meet at 5 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 6

City of Mattoon City Council will meet Aug. 6

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 5, 2024

City of Mattoon City Council will meet at 6:30 p.m., Aug. 6

City of Newton City Council will meet Aug. 6

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 5, 2024

City of Newton City Council will meet at 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 6

City of Arcola City Council met Aug. 5

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 5, 2024

City of Arcola City Council met Monday, Aug. 5

City of Casey City Council met Aug. 5

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 5, 2024

City of Casey City Council met Monday, Aug. 5

Charleston Carnegie Public Library Board of Trustees met Aug. 5

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 5, 2024

Charleston Carnegie Public Library Board of Trustees met Monday, Aug. 5

Village of Dieterich Board of Trustees met Aug. 5

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 5, 2024

Village of Dieterich Board of Trustees met Monday, Aug. 5

Village of Arthur Board of Trustees met Aug. 5

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 5, 2024

Village of Arthur Board of Trustees met Monday, Aug. 5

City of Olney Plan Commission will meet August 5

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 5, 2024

City of Olney Plan Commission will meet at 7:30 p.m. Monday, August 5.

Farmers Market Week promotes local agriculture and community health

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 5, 2024

National Farmers Market Week celebrates local agriculture and the dedicated farmers who bring fresh produce and goods to communities. This week, individuals are encouraged to visit their local farmers markets to enjoy seasonal flavors and support a healthier, more connected community.