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Village of Montgomery Intergovernmental Committee met Aug. 26

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 30, 2024

Village of Montgomery Intergovernmental Committee met Monday, Aug. 26

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Village of Noble Village Board met Aug. 26

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 30, 2024

Village of Noble Village Board met Monday, Aug. 26

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Critics blame Pritzker and Johnson for Illinois crime crisis

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 29, 2024

JB Pritzker and Brandon Johnson have been criticized for allegedly creating a crime crisis in Illinois. Community members across the state continue to seek assistance amid rising gang activity and concerns about illegal immigration. Critics argue that law enforcement has been weakened by Democratic policies, particularly citing the SAFE-T Act as a contributing factor.

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Wilhour attends Clay County Electric Co-operative meeting on energy issues

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 29, 2024

State Representative Blaine Wilhour attended the Clay County Electric Co-operative's annual meeting on August 22, 2024. During the event, he emphasized the importance of reliable and affordable energy for various sectors including families, employers, schools, and healthcare facilities.

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State Rep. Miller on billboards critiquing Pritzker, Johnson policies: 'Their open border, soft on crime, anti-business policies have had real-world consequences'

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 28, 2024

State Rep. Chris Miller (R-Charleston) has shown his support for a series of billboards critiquing Gov. J.B. Pritzker and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson placed during the Democratic National Convention last week.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Cumberland County in week ending Aug. 17?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 28, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Cumberland County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Rep. Halbrook honors retiring fire chief Ed Voltenburg

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 28, 2024

Representative Halbrook attended a surprise retirement party celebration for Ed Voltenburg of Findlay this week. Voltenburg is retiring from the Findlay Fire Protection District after serving 11 years as the Fire Chief. Rep. Halbrook has also filed a House Resolution to honor Chief Voltenburg's nearly 40 years of service in the fire department.

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Illinois economic growth questioned amid job losses and high unemployment

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 28, 2024

Gov. Pritzker and Illinois Democrats assert that their policies have improved the state's economic situation, but data presents a different perspective. Critics argue that until issues such as overregulation and high taxes are addressed, Illinois will continue to lag behind other states.

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University of Illinois to host Eastern Illinois in centennial game at Memorial Stadium

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 28, 2024

College football returns to the Land of Lincoln tomorrow night as the University of Illinois hosts Eastern Illinois University at Memorial Stadium in Champaign. This marks only the third matchup between U of I and EIU since 2008 and coincides with the 100th anniversary of Memorial Stadium in Champaign.

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Illinois representative files bill to ban cultivated meat

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 28, 2024

State Representative Chris Miller (R-Hindsboro) has filed House Bill 5872, aiming to ban cultivated meat in Illinois. The legislation addresses concerns about replacing traditional meat with lab-grown alternatives and aims to protect public health, farmland, and agricultural products.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Effingham County in week ending Aug. 17?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 27, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Effingham County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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How many lawyers were granted admission to practice law in cities within Lawrence County in July?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 27, 2024

Cities within Lawrence County recorded six lawyers in good standing to practice law as of July.

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Safety tips issued amid ongoing high temperatures in Illinois

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 27, 2024

High temperatures are expected to persist across Illinois today. Residents are advised to take several precautions to stay safe during the extreme heat.

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Wilhour announces new traveling office hours in Vandalia and Centralia

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 27, 2024

State Representative Blaine Wilhour (R-Beecher City) has announced the schedule for his next traveling office hours, set to take place on Wednesday, September 4. The locations and times are as follows:

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State Represesntative Adam Niemerg: 'On August 26, 1818 Illinois ratified its first State Constitution'

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 27, 2024

State Representative Adam Niemerg celebrated Illinois Constitution Day, stating, "Let's take this opportunity to reflect on the principles that guide our government and honor the history of our great state." He made the statement in an August 26 Facebook post.

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Richland County collects $22,245 in County Sales Tax in May

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 27, 2024

In May, Richland County saw a decrease in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Coles County in week ending Aug. 17?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 27, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Coles County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Shelby County in week ending Aug. 17?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 27, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Shelby County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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State Rep. Halbrook on billboard censorship controversy: ‘Being in the national spotlight with the DNC is an opportunity to highlight the bad policies destroying our great state'

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 27, 2024

State Rep. Brad Halbrook (R-Shelbyville) said that billboards placed in Chicago with provocative messages such as "Welcome to America's murder capital" and "Welcome to the unemployment capital of the Midwest" are the direct result of state and city leaders' policies.

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How many Edgar County students failed their English exams in 2023?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 26, 2024

Nearly 5 in 10 Edgar County public students aren't at grade level based on their performance in the English portion of the 2023 SAT.