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Q2 Recap: 1 parolee from Lawrence County convicted of a property crime released on parole

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 16, 2025

There was one offender convicted of a property crime living in Lawrence County who was released on parole during the second quarter of 2025, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the East Central Reporter.

Clay County ranks 79th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during July

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 16, 2025

Clay County residents paid $133,963 in sales taxes, ranking 79th in total sales taxes paid per county in July.

Chris Miller files impeachment articles against Governor JB Pritzker over alleged incitement

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 16, 2025

State Representative Chris Miller has filed articles of impeachment against Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, citing statements made by the governor that Miller claims incite violence and fail to uphold the responsibilities of his office.

Illinois launches tax amnesty program for unpaid state taxes starting October 1

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 16, 2025

The State of Illinois will begin a tax amnesty period on October 1, allowing residents who owe back taxes to pay their outstanding balances in full and have penalties and interest forgiven.

GoKnights shares ALAH JV volleyball achievement and sports updates

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 16, 2025

The #GoKnights Twitter account reported recent athletic results and announcements from Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond High School between September 13-16, 2025.

Halbrook offers condolences on passing of former Governor Jim Edgar

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 16, 2025

State Representative Brad Halbrook (R-Shelbyville) has released a statement expressing his condolences following the death of former Illinois Governor Jim Edgar, who passed away after battling cancer. “I extend my deepest condolences to the...

$19,905 in Countywide Sales Tax collected in July for Cumberland County

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 16, 2025

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

Robinson Public Library District Board of Trustees met Sept. 16

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 16, 2025

Robinson Public Library District Board of Trustees met Tuesday, Sept. 16

GoKnights shares school news and reminders for Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond High School

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 16, 2025

#GoKnights posted several updates on September 16, including sports results and a parent meeting reminder for Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond High School.

Q2 Recap: 1 parolee from Clark County convicted of a property crime released on parole

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 15, 2025

There was one offender convicted of a property crime living in Clark County who was released on parole during the second quarter of 2025, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the East Central Reporter.

Prairie State Sales Taxes: Douglas County residents paid 49th-largest sum in July

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 15, 2025

Douglas County residents paid $459,877 in sales taxes, the 49th highest total paid per county in July.

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Rep. Miller files impeachment charges against Gov. Pritzker: His 'rhetoric and multiple statements inciting violence will not be tolerated'

By East Central Reporter Reports | Sep 15, 2025

State Representative Chris Miller of Illinois has filed articles of impeachment against Governor J.B. Pritzker, citing rhetoric that he claims incited violence and violated the governor's duties.

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Q2 Recap: 1 parolee from Lawrence County convicted of a property crime released on parole

Clay County ranks 79th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during July

Chris Miller files impeachment articles against Governor JB Pritzker over alleged incitement

Illinois launches tax amnesty program for unpaid state taxes starting October 1

GoKnights shares ALAH JV volleyball achievement and sports updates

Halbrook offers condolences on passing of former Governor Jim Edgar

$19,905 in Countywide Sales Tax collected in July for Cumberland County

Robinson Public Library District Board of Trustees met Sept. 16

GoKnights shares school news and reminders for Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond High School

Q2 Recap: 1 parolee from Clark County convicted of a property crime released on parole

Prairie State Sales Taxes: Douglas County residents paid 49th-largest sum in July

Rep. Miller files impeachment charges against Gov. Pritzker: His 'rhetoric and multiple statements inciting violence will not be tolerated'

Rep. Halbrook criticizes lack of transparency from Illinois education officials

Halbrook introduces bills targeting high Illinois property taxes

Crawford County collects $65,428 in County Sales Tax in July

Niemerg files articles of impeachment against Gov. Pritzker citing divisive comments

Shiloh Community Unit School District 1 Board of Education met Sept. 15

Village of Dieterich Board of Trustees met Sept. 15

Village of Arthur Board of Trustees met Sept. 15

Casey Westfield Community Unit School District C-4 Board of Education met Sept. 15

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