East Central Reporter

Shelby County residents pay $26,479 in County Sales Tax in August

By East Central Reporter Reports | Nov 30, 2023

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

Rep. Wilhour Engages with Students at Full Armor Christian Academy in Olney

By East Central Reporter Reports | Nov 30, 2023

State Representative Blaine Wilhour (R-Beecher City) recently visited Full Armor Christian Academy in Olney to speak with students about the Illinois General Assembly and his role as a member of the House of Representatives. The visit was part of the students' education on the Constitution and the different levels of government in Illinois."It is important for young people to hear from actual elected officials to help complement what they are learning in the classroom," said Rep. Wilhour, who is currently serving his third term in the Illinois House. "A robust civics...

Report: At Effingham Junior High School, white student rule-breaking rate notably exceeds that of Hispanic students

By East Central Reporter Reports | Nov 30, 2023

White students, constituting 87.3% or 469 of Effingham Junior High School's total student population of 537, accounted for 72 out of the 76 total suspensions (94.7%) in the 2021-22 school year, averaging roughly one suspension per seven students, according to the latest student discipline report by the Illinois State Board of Education.

Rep. Niemerg Gets First-Hand Look at NUCOR Skyline Steel Plant in Newton

By East Central Reporter Reports | Nov 30, 2023

State Representative Adam Niemerg (R-Dieterich) recently had the opportunity to visit the NUCOR Skyline Steel plant in Newton. NUCOR is known for being the largest steel and steel products producer in the United States, as well as the largest recycler of any type of material in North America. Their commitment to recycling is impressive, with over 20 million tons of iron scrap being recycled annually to produce new steel that is 100 percent recyclable.During his visit, Rep. Niemerg learned about the important role that NUCOR plays in the local community. The Newton...

City of Effingham Zoning Board of Appeals met Sept. 26

By East Central Reporter Reports | Nov 30, 2023

City of Effingham Zoning Board of Appeals met Tuesday, Sept. 26

City of Neoga City Council met Sept. 25

By East Central Reporter Reports | Nov 30, 2023

City of Neoga City Council met Monday, Sept. 25

On Wednesday, November 29, former Lutheran High School North standout Symone Thomas’ college team won in an NJCAA game

By East Central Reporter Reports | Nov 30, 2023

The game took place in Belleville, Illinois.

On Wednesday, November 29, former Collinsville High School standout Jenna Scheller’s college team won in an NJCAA game

By East Central Reporter Reports | Nov 30, 2023

The Southwestern Illinois Blue Storm won 68-49 in their NJCAA game against the Moberly Area Greyhounds on Wednesday, November 29.

Breese Central High School standout Riley Jansen’s college team won in NJCAA game on Wednesday, November 29

By East Central Reporter Reports | Nov 30, 2023

The Southwestern Illinois Blue Storm won 68-49 in their NJCAA game against the Moberly Area Greyhounds on Wednesday, November 29.

On Wednesday, November 29, former Park Tudor School standout Halle Shelt’s college team won in an NJCAA game

By East Central Reporter Reports | Nov 30, 2023

The game took place in Belleville, Illinois.

Natalie Peterson, former Freeburg High School standout, played on Wednesday, November 29 in NJCAA game

By East Central Reporter Reports | Nov 30, 2023

The Southwestern Illinois Blue Storm won 68-49 in their NJCAA game against the Moberly Area Greyhounds on Wednesday, November 29.

Marquette High School standout Abigail Williams’ college team won in NJCAA game on Wednesday, November 29

By East Central Reporter Reports | Nov 30, 2023

The Southwestern Illinois Blue Storm won 68-49 in their NJCAA game against the Moberly Area Greyhounds on Wednesday, November 29.

Ariana Bennett and Mariah Maxie, former Cardinal Ritter College Prep High School standouts, played on Wednesday, November 29 in NJCAA game

By East Central Reporter Reports | Nov 30, 2023

The game took place in Belleville, Illinois.

Pana High School standout Jillian Hamilton’s college team won in NJCAA game on Wednesday, November 29

By East Central Reporter Reports | Nov 30, 2023

The game took place in Belleville, Illinois.

Belleville West High School standouts Keyara Baerga-Plumey and Lamiya Terrell’s college team won in NJCAA game on Wednesday, November 29

By East Central Reporter Reports | Nov 30, 2023

The Southwestern Illinois Blue Storm won 68-49 in their NJCAA game against the Moberly Area Greyhounds on Wednesday, November 29.

On Wednesday, November 29, former East Carter Co. R-Ii High School standout Brooklyn Kearbey’s college team won in an NJCAA game

By East Central Reporter Reports | Nov 30, 2023

The Southwestern Illinois Blue Storm won 68-49 in their NJCAA game against the Moberly Area Greyhounds on Wednesday, November 29.

O Fallon High School standout Zsana Hawkins’ college team won in NJCAA game on Wednesday, November 29

By East Central Reporter Reports | Nov 30, 2023

The game took place in Belleville, Illinois.

Discipline at Richland County Middle School: Multiracial students most affected in 2021-22 school year

By East Central Reporter Reports | Nov 29, 2023

Multiracial students, constituting 3.1% or 14 of Richland County Middle School's total student population of 457, accounted for nine out of the 83 total suspensions (10.8%) in the 2021-22 school year, averaging roughly one suspension per two students, according to the latest student discipline report by the Illinois State Board of Education.

Miller: ‘Mayor Johnson loses support as surging crime takes over the city of Chicago’

By East Central Reporter Reports | Nov 29, 2023

State Rep. Chris Miller (R-Oakland) is expressing concern over the decline in support for Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson amid a surge in crime across the city. This comes as Chicago's crime rate continues to rise alarmingly.

From SE Illinois News

Bailey: ‘No one in this race will work harder for you’

By East Central Reporter Reports | 11 months ago

Darren Bailey, a candidate for Congressional District 12, marked a significant milestone in his campaign by filing his petitions for the upcoming March 19 primary ballot.