August, 2018 Stories | Dupage Policy Journal

How much has Casey-Westfield CUSD 4C overspent over the past 10 years?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 7, 2018

Casey Westfield Community Unit School District 4C accumulated $8.76 million in debt between fiscal years 2008 and 2017, according to a East Central Reporter analysis of public schools data.

Michael P. and Lisa M. Alexander sell 16 Yearling Court, Charleston

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 6, 2018

On Aug. 6, 2018, Marc and Brittany Murphy purchased a two bedroom, two bathroom home at 16 Yearling Court, Charleston from Michael P. and Lisa M. Alexander for $164,000.

Thomas M. and Melissa B. Spencer unload 4230 Country Lake Drive, Charleston

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 6, 2018

On Aug. 6, 2018, Thomas M. and Melissa B. Spencer sold their three bedroom, 3.5 bathroom home at 4230 Country Lake Drive, Charleston to William R. and Michelle L. Neal for $229,000.

Liquor Rack LLC sells 1707 W. Main, Robinson

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 6, 2018

On Aug. 6, 2018, Wine Prestige, Liquor LLC (doing business as 5 guys wine) and Spirits Liquor purchased a property at 1707 W. Main, Robinson from Liquor Rack LLC for $310,000.

Olney Central College enrolls 1,142 undergrads

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 6, 2018

At Olney Central College, 64 percent of undergraduate students are traditional students - age 24 or younger - and 58 percent are female, according to the latest disclosure from the U.S. Department of Education.

Roger L. and Alverta L. Darding unload 1515 St., Charleston

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 6, 2018

The four bedroom, 3.5 bathroom home at 1515 St., Charleston was sold on Aug. 6, 2018 by Roger L. and Alverta L. Darding for $83,300. The buyer was Panther Abodes LLC.

How much has Arthur CUSD 305 overspent over the past 10 years?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 6, 2018

Arthur Community Unified School District 305 accumulated $4.58 million in debt between fiscal years 2008 and 2017, according to a East Central Reporter analysis of public schools data.

Chad A. and Michelle K. Brown sell 501 W. Clearwater, Robinson

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 6, 2018

The home at 501 W. Clearwater, Robinson was sold on Aug. 6, 2018 by Chad A. and Michelle K. Brown for $128,275. The buyer was Vicki L Mowery.

David and Samantha Landrus acquire 5600 E County Road 1100, Mattoon

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 6, 2018

The three bedroom, one bathroom home at 5600 E County Road 1100, Mattoon was sold on Aug. 6, 2018 by William M. and Lora Conlin for $115,000. The buyers were David and Samantha Landrus.

William Luther Magers unloads 322 Sheriff, Paris

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 6, 2018

On Aug. 6, 2018, William Luther Magers sold their home at 322 Sheriff, Paris to Robert E. Staley III for $58,500.

Robert A. and Joy D. Runner unload 3041 E Lake Paradise Road, Mattoon

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 6, 2018

The three bedroom, one bathroom home at 3041 E Lake Paradise Road, Mattoon was sold on Aug. 6, 2018 by Robert A. and Joy D. Runner for $75,000. The buyer was Theodora M Szymanski.

Sanders committee reports nearly $3K in contributions during first quarter

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 6, 2018

Citizens to Elect Derrick Sanders, a candidate committee, reported receiving $3,281.79 from Jan. 1 through March 31, according to its first quarter report to the Illinois State Board of Elections.

Edwin L. Kasey and R Trustees Sharon unload 502 Coolidge Ave., Charleston

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 6, 2018

On Aug. 6, 2018, Garin Johnson purchased a three bedroom, two bathroom home at 502 Coolidge Ave., Charleston from Edwin L. Kasey and R Trustees Sharon for $119,500.

Robert and Peggy Scott buy 1209 N. Howard, Robinson

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 6, 2018

The home at 1209 N. Howard, Robinson was sold on Aug. 6, 2018 by Alice Scott May Alice L. Wilson (now known as) for $25,000. The buyers were Robert and Peggy Scott.

Helia Healthcare of Olney hit with health violations

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 6, 2018

Helia Healthcare of Olney, a 118-bed skilled care facility in Olney, was cited by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) for violations of the Nursing Home Care Act in the second quarter of 2018.

ARTHUR COMMUNITY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT 305: Order Your Knights Apparel for 2018-2019

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 5, 2018

ALAH Knights apparel is available through three different sites in August.

CITY OF CHARLESTON: Run For the Fallen - Aug 18, 2018

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 5, 2018

Complete the form, sign, date, and mail or deliver by August 13, 2018, to the Charleston Parks and Recreation Department at 520 Jackson Ave., Charleston, IL.

HSHS ST. ANTHONY'S MEMORIAL HOSPITAL: Women and Infants Center Reminds Mothers about Benefits of Breastfeeding

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 5, 2018

During National Breastfeeding Month, the Women and Infants Center at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital reminds new and expectant mothers about the importance of breastfeeding.