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21 Asian students enrolled in Effingham County districts in 2023-24 school year

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 19, 2025

In Effingham County school districts, 21 Asian students were enrolled in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Coles County responsible for 22nd-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during July

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 19, 2025

Coles County residents paid $934,542 in sales taxes, the 22nd highest total paid per county in July.

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Week ending Sept. 27: 1 inmate sentenced in Shelby County to be released from prison

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 19, 2025

There was one inmate who was sentenced in Shelby County and is set to be released from prison in the week ending Sept. 27.

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Which East Central Illinois area high school alumni will be active during the week beginning Monday, Sept. 22?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 19, 2025

These former East Central Illinois area high school standouts will be competing during the week of Monday, Sept. 22.

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Prairie State Taxes: Jasper County residents rank 75th in total sales taxes paid for July

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 19, 2025

Jasper County residents paid $158,861 in sales taxes, ranking 75th in total sales taxes paid per county in July.

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How many Asian students were enrolled in Coles County districts in 2023-24 school year?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 18, 2025

In the 2023-24 school year, less than 1% of students enrolled in Coles County school districts identified as Asian.

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Clay County Hospital recognizes Mindy Laslie as employee of the month

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 18, 2025

Mindy Laslie has been named the September Employee of the Month at Clay County Hospital.

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St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital moves emergency department entrance during asphalt work

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 18, 2025

HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital will temporarily move its Emergency Department entrance from Wednesday, Sept. 10 through Saturday, Sept. 13 due to resurfacing work on the parking lot and driveway asphalt.

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Jasper County taxpayers give $38,027 in County Sales Tax in July

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 18, 2025

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

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Week ending Sept. 27: 1 inmate sentenced in Effingham County to be released

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 18, 2025

There was one inmate who was sentenced in Effingham County and is set to be released from prison in the week ending Sept. 27.

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Adam Niemerg criticizes Governor Pritzker and criminal justice policies in recent posts

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 18, 2025

Adam Niemerg, Illinois State Representative since 2023, posted a series of tweets between September 16 and September 18, criticizing Governor J.B. Pritzker's handling of criminal justice issues and referencing controversial remarks involving...

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GoKnights highlights construction expo attendance and upcoming fundraiser at ALAH High School

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 18, 2025

#GoKnights posted several updates in mid-September about Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond High School events and reminders.

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Effingham County residents paid 40th-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during July

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 17, 2025

Effingham County residents paid $564,262 in sales taxes, the 40th highest total paid per county in July.

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$79,906 in County Sales Tax collected in July for Coles County

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 17, 2025

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

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How many inmates sentenced in Clay County will be released during week ending Sept. 27?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 17, 2025

There were two inmates who were sentenced in Clay County and are set to be released from prison in the week ending Sept. 27.

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How many lawyers were granted admission to practice law in cities within Jasper County in Q2 2025?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 17, 2025

There were two lawyers in good standing in cities within Jasper County as of the second quarter of 2025.

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Wilhour addresses Full Armor Christian Academy students on Constitution Day

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 17, 2025

State Representative Blaine Wilhour spoke to students at Full Armor Christian Academy in Louisville on Constitution Day.

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GoKnights posts fundraiser alert and school updates for Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond High

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 17, 2025

Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond High School’s official account #GoKnights posted updates on fundraising activities and sports results on September 16 and 17, 2025.

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Illinois Soybean Growers to hold free webinar on grain bin safety

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 17, 2025

Grain bin accidents have been increasing, making them one of the most dangerous risks on farms.

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Who among former East Central Illinois area high school athletes will be active on Saturday, Sept. 20?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 17, 2025

Saturday, Sept. 20 will see these former East Central Illinois area high school stars in competition.