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GoKnights shares updates on basketball practice and school events at Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 9, 2025

#GoKnights has posted several updates about upcoming events at Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond High School in early September.

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Pritzker faces criticism over SAFE-T Act and handling of crime in Illinois

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 9, 2025

Governor J.B. Pritzker has recently criticized the federal government regarding the possible deployment of the National Guard, stating: “If you hurt my people, nothing will stop me, not time or political circumstance, from making sure you face...

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Halbrook files bills opposing mandatory student mental health screenings in Illinois public schools

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 9, 2025

State Representative Brad Halbrook (R-Shelbyville) has introduced two bills aimed at challenging a recent law that mandates mental health screenings for public school students in Illinois.

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Coles County districts used up to 20% of borrowing capacity in fiscal year 2024

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 8, 2025

Mattoon Community Unit School District 2 used the largest share of its debt limit in Coles County during fiscal year 2024, at 3.4% of its Equalized Assessed Value (EAV).

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$44,581 in County Sales Tax collected in July for Richland County

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 8, 2025

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

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Rep. Miller: 'If Pritzker had his way, illegals in Illinois would be given cars to drive, a house to live in, and monthly cash payments'

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 8, 2025

Chris Miller, a state representative from Illinois, has expressed support for federal officials challenging state laws that grant undocumented students in-state tuition and scholarships.

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Q2 Recap: 2 parolees from Richland County convicted of drug crimes released on parole

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 8, 2025

There were two offenders convicted of drug crimes living in Richland County who were released on parole during the second quarter of 2025, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the East Central Reporter.

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Charleston Carnegie Public Library Board of Trustees met September 8

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 8, 2025

Charleston Carnegie Public Library Board of Trustees met Monday, September 8

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GoKnights posts sports updates and announcements for Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond High School

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 8, 2025

#GoKnights published several posts on September 7 and 8, highlighting volleyball and football events along with general announcements for Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond High School.

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City of Tuscola City Council met Sept. 8

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 8, 2025

City of Tuscola City Council met Monday, Sept. 8

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City of Olney City Council met Sept. 8

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 8, 2025

City of Olney City Council met Monday, Sept. 8

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City of Marshall City Council met Sept. 8

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 8, 2025

City of Marshall City Council met Monday, Sept. 8

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City of Altamont City Council met Sept. 8

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 8, 2025

City of Altamont City Council met Monday, Sept. 8

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St. Anthony’s introduces specialized therapy for facial muscle disorders

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 8, 2025

HSHS St. Anthony’s Rehabilitation and Wellness has introduced Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy (OMT), a treatment aimed at retraining the muscles in the face, mouth, and throat to function properly.

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Village of Montgomery Board of Trustees met Sept. 8

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 8, 2025

Village of Montgomery Board of Trustees met Monday, Sept. 8

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Former Boone County Clerk Julie Bliss sentenced for theft and misconduct

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 8, 2025

Julie A. Bliss, the former Boone County Clerk, was sentenced today following her arrest in late 2023 and a subsequent indictment on 26 felony counts.

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Coles County Jail passes compliance inspection for third straight year

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 8, 2025

The Coles County Jail has been found compliant with all Illinois County Jail Standards for the third consecutive year, following its latest annual inspection by the Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC).

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Q2 Recap: 3 parolees from Edgar County convicted of crimes against persons released on parole

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 7, 2025

There were three offenders convicted of crimes against persons living in Edgar County who were released on parole during the second quarter of 2025, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the East Central Reporter.

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Religious meetings this week in East Central Illinois : Sept. 7-13

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 7, 2025

The following religious meetings are scheduled to happen in East Central Illinois this week.

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Crawford County districts used up to 24% of borrowing capacity in fiscal year 2024

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 7, 2025

School districts in Crawford County carried over $15.4 million in long-term debt in fiscal year 2024, with some using more than 24% of their legal borrowing capacity.