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News from October 2023

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Beecher City Community Unit School District 20 ranks 681st in enrollment with 346 students during 2021-22 school year

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 13, 2023

Beecher City Community Unit School District 20 welcomed 346 students in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Douglas County collects $70,364 in Countywide Sales Tax in July

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 13, 2023

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

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Richland County ranks 54th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during July

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 13, 2023

Richland County residents paid $298,364 in sales taxes, ranking 54th in total sales taxes paid per county in July.

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Friday night football: where to see the Charleston Trojans and 13 other local football teams play today - Oct. 13

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 13, 2023

These teams from the East Central Reporter coverage area are scheduled to play later today starting at 7 p.m.

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Prosecutors Concerned About Elimination of Cash Bail in Illinois

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 13, 2023

Illinois made history by becoming the first state in the country to eliminate cash bail as a condition of pre-trial release. However, this move has caused concern among prosecutors as the results have been mixed and have put a strain on local resources in the state's 102 counties.One of the top prosecutors in McHenry County, Patrick Kenneally, expressed his frustration with the new law, describing the situation he witnessed in court as "absurd" and "incoherent." He shared two examples of individuals who should have been held in jail pending trial but were instead set free...

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Enrollment Analysis: White students comprised 81.5% of Charleston Community Unit School District 1’s student body in 2021-22 school year

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 13, 2023

In Charleston Community Unit School District 1, 2,058 white students were enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Marshall Community Unit School District C-2 Board of Education met Aug. 10

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 13, 2023

Marshall Community Unit School District C-2 Board of Education met Thursday, Aug. 10

City of Marshall City Council met Sept. 11

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 13, 2023

City of Marshall City Council met Monday, Sept. 11

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Cumberland County taxpayers give $60,796 in County School Facility Tax in July

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 12, 2023

In July, Cumberland County saw a decrease in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Q3 2023 Recap: 1 parolee from Coles County convicted of a crime against justice set for supervised release

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 12, 2023

There was one offender convicted of a crime against justice living in Coles County released on parole during the third quarter of 2023, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the East Central Reporter.

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There were 2,503 white students enrolled in Mattoon Community Unit School District 2 in 2021-22 school year

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 12, 2023

In Mattoon Community Unit School District 2, 81.8% of students identified as white in the 2021-22 school year.

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Martinsville Community Unit School District 3C enrollment numbers in bottom 50% among Illinois districts during 2021-22 school year

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 12, 2023

Martinsville Community Unit School District 3C welcomed 348 students in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Celebrate our Ag Community on Farmer’s Day!

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 12, 2023

Today, on October 12th, 2023, we celebrate National Farmer's Day, a day dedicated to honoring the unsung heroes who tirelessly work to feed and fuel our world. This special day serves as a reminder of the immense contribution that farmers make to our daily lives.Farmers, through their unwavering dedication, provide us with the essential sustenance and resources that we often take for granted. They toil day in and day out, not only for their families but also for the benefit of their communities and the greater global population. Their hard work and perseverance make our...

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$48,129 in County Sales Tax collected in July for Coles County

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 12, 2023

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

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National Farmer’s Day Celebrates Hardworking Farmers

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 12, 2023

Today, on October 12, 2023, we celebrate National Farmer’s Day, a special day dedicated to honoring the hardworking men and women who play a vital role in feeding and fueling our world. This day serves as a reminder to appreciate the dedication of farmers to their families, land, and communities, as they work tirelessly to make our world a better place.Farmers are the backbone of our society, ensuring that we have access to the nutritious food that sustains us. Their tireless efforts and commitment to farming not only provide for their own families but also contribute to...

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Effingham County Education: 10 Asian students were enrolled in schools in 2021-22 school year

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 12, 2023

In the 2021-22 school year, less than 1% of students enrolled in Effingham County school districts identified as Asian.

Marshall Community Unit School District C-2 Board of Education Facilities Committee met Aug. 9

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 12, 2023

Marshall Community Unit School District C-2 Board of Education Facilities Committee met Wednesday, Aug. 9

City of Tuscola City Council met Sept. 11

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 12, 2023

City of Tuscola City Council met Monday, Sept. 11

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Q3 2023 Recap: 1 parolee from Clay County convicted of a property crime set for supervised release

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 12, 2023

There was one offender convicted of a property crime living in Clay County released on parole during the third quarter of 2023, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the East Central Reporter.

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Q3 2023 Recap: 1 parolee from Shelby County convicted of a sex crime set for supervised release

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 11, 2023

There was one offender convicted of a sex crime living in Shelby County released on parole during the third quarter of 2023, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the East Central Reporter.