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News from October 2023

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

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 16, 2023

There was one offender convicted of a property crime living in Edgar 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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Edgar County collects $9,932 in County Sales Tax in July

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 16, 2023

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

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Wilhour Reminds All of School Bus Safety to Help Protect Children

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 16, 2023

State Rep. Blaine Wilhour is urging all drivers to prioritize school bus safety during National School Bus Safety Week, which runs from October 16-20. The safety of children is at stake, and following the laws regarding passing stopped school buses is crucial in preventing harm and injury.Millions of children across the United States rely on school buses as their main mode of transportation to school. While school buses are generally considered one of the safest ways for children to travel, the issue of illegal school bus passing continues to pose a significant threat to...

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Miller: ‘Joe Biden has put our nation at risk by opening our southern border to unvetted, military-aged men from hostile countries’

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 16, 2023

U.S. Rep. Mary Miller (R-IL) has called for prayers for Israel while expressing concerns about national security due to the open southern border, linking the situation to the conflict between Israel and Hamas.

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Rep. Niemerg Reminds Drivers of School Bus Safety and Protecting Our Children

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 16, 2023

Rep. Adam Niemerg is urging drivers to prioritize school bus safety and protect children during National School Bus Safety Week, which takes place from October 16-20. With millions of children relying on school buses for transportation every day, it is crucial to raise awareness about the dangers of illegal school bus passing.According to Rep. Niemerg, "The school bus is one of the safest modes of transportation, but illegal school bus passing poses a significant threat to children and their caretakers." Drivers should be vigilant and prepared to stop when they see yellow...

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Navigator CO2 Withdraws Pipeline Permit in Illinois

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 16, 2023

Navigator CO2 has decided to withdraw its controversial carbon dioxide pipeline permit application in Illinois, just two weeks after facing rejection in South Dakota. The pipeline, known as the Heartland Greenway project, aimed to transport high-pressure carbon dioxide in liquid form to Illinois for underground sequestration.State Representative Chris Miller (R- Hindsboro) expressed his firm belief that the withdrawal should be permanent without question. He raised concerns about the company's disregard for eminent domain concerns from farmers and landowners. Rep. Miller...

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Rep. Miller Addresses Hamas Attacks and Illinois Democrat Policies

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 16, 2023

In a recent newsletter, Rep. Miller expressed his support for Israel's right to defend itself against Hamas terrorists. He condemned the atrocities committed by Hamas and their enablers, stating that their actions must not be forgotten. He criticized Illinois Democrat legislators who signed a letter blaming Israel for the attacks, calling their naivety dangerous and a threat to democracies everywhere.Regarding the influx of illegal migrants in Illinois, Rep. Miller criticized Governor Pritzker's decision to divert funds from taxpayer-funded rental assistance programs for...

Casey Westfield Community Unit School District C-4 Board of Education met Aug. 14

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 16, 2023

Casey Westfield Community Unit School District C-4 Board of Education met Monday, Aug. 14

Neoga Community Unit School District 3 Board of Education met Sept. 14

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 16, 2023

Neoga Community Unit School District 3 Board of Education met Thursday, Sept. 14

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Q3 2023 Recap: 4 parolees from Douglas County convicted of drug crimes set for supervised release

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 15, 2023

There were four offenders convicted of drug crimes living in Douglas 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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Hutsonville Community Unit School District 1 enrollment numbers in bottom 50% among Illinois districts during 2021-22 school year

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 15, 2023

Hutsonville Community Unit School District 1 welcomed 314 students in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Edgar County taxpayers give $36,174 in Countywide Sales Tax in July

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 15, 2023

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

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East Central Reporter area weekly mass times

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 14, 2023

The following parishes in the East Central Reporter coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Q3 2023 Recap: 2 parolees from Crawford County convicted of property crimes set for supervised release

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 14, 2023

There were two offenders convicted of property crimes living in Crawford 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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Weekly recap, week ending Oct. 7 home sales in Crawford County

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 14, 2023

There were two reported residential sales in Crawford County in the week ending Oct. 7, according to BlockShopper.com.

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Arcola Consolidated Unit School District 306 Education: 371 white students were enrolled in schools in 2021-22 school year

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 14, 2023

In Arcola Consolidated Unit School District 306, 52.9% of students identified as white in the 2021-22 school year.

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Saturday night football: which local high school football teams are in action today? - Oct. 14

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 14, 2023

These teams from the East Central Reporter coverage area are scheduled to play later today starting at 1 p.m.

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Windsor Community Unit School District 1's enrollment rank increases during 2021-22 school year

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 14, 2023

Windsor Community Unit School District 1 welcomed 339 students in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Douglas County residents pay $260,889 in County School Facility Tax in July

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 14, 2023

In July, Douglas 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 sex crime set for supervised release

By East Central Reporter Reports | Oct 13, 2023

There was one offender convicted of a sex crime 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.