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News from April 2024

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Q1 Recap: 1 parolee from Clay County convicted of a property crime set for supervised release

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 11, 2024

There was one offender convicted of a property crime living in Clay County released on parole during the first quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the East Central Reporter.

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2022: Palestine Community Unit School District 3 administrators rank 645th in state for average pay

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 11, 2024

Administrators in Palestine Community Unit School District 3 earn an average of $93,848 per year, ranking 645th in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Effingham County residents pay just over $2.5 million in Countywide Sales Tax in 2023

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 11, 2024

In 2023, Effingham County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous year.

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Cheapest diesel in cities across Cumberland County in week ending Apr. 6

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 11, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Cumberland County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Cities in Richland County recorded unchanged number of lawyers practicing law in March

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 11, 2024

There was no change in the number of active legal licenses in cities within Richland County in March compared to the previous month.

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Cumberland County residents pay $15,958 in Countywide Sales Tax in January

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 11, 2024

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

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How did Central N Township of Preston: Precinct Preston 2 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 11, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 204 voters in Central N Township of Preston: Precinct Preston 2 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central W Township of Noble: Precinct Noble 1

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 11, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 338 voters in Central W Township of Noble: Precinct Noble 1 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Rep. Wilhour Guest Reader for 1st Graders at Vandalia Elementary School

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 11, 2024

Rep. Wilhour had the honor of being the guest reader for 1st graders at Vandalia Elementary School. The event took place on April 11, 2024. Expressing his gratitude, Rep. Wilhour stated, "Thank you to Mrs. O’Brien-Schmidt and the Vandalia 1st grade class for inviting me to be the guest reader this morning! I like reading and I love the questions that our kids come up with!"

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City of Mattoon City Council met March 5

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 11, 2024

City of Mattoon City Council met Tuesday, March 5

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Who voted in Central Township of Bonpas: Precinct Bonpas during 2020 Presidential Election?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 11, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 200 voters in Central Township of Bonpas: Precinct Bonpas cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Growing Costs of Illegal Immigrants on Illinois Taxpayers

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 11, 2024

The cost of providing services to illegal immigrants in Illinois is a significant burden on taxpayers, with an estimated $2.84 billion spent since July 1, 2022. This figure does not even include education expenses or other state and local services. According to repcmiller.com, the Illinois TRUST Act, enacted in 2017, has made Illinois a sanctuary state for undocumented immigrants, preventing local law enforcement from participating in immigration enforcement efforts.Republican lawmakers in Illinois are raising concerns about the prioritization of funding for healthcare...

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Dieterich Students Hear from Rep. Niemerg: “State Reps. for a Day”

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 11, 2024

Dieterich, IL - State Representative Niemerg recently engaged with 4th-grade students at Dieterich School, offering them a hands-on experience in the workings of the Illinois General Assembly. Expressing gratitude, Rep. Niemerg thanked Mrs. Worman and Mrs. Koester for the opportunity, stating, "Thank you to Mrs. Worman and Mrs. Koester for having me talk to their 4th Grade classes at Dieterich School today."During the session, Rep. Niemerg shared insights into his role in the General Assembly and tested the students on their knowledge of the state. "I explained what I do...

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School administrators earns 103.3% more on average than teachers in Arcola Consolidated Unit School District 306 in 2021-22 school year

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 11, 2024

The average school administrator’s salary in Arcola Consolidated Unit School District 306 was $102,739 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $50,539, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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City of Altamont City Council met April 8

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 11, 2024

City of Altamont City Council met 6 p.m. Monday, April 8.

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City of Newton City Council met March 5

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 11, 2024

City of Newton City Council met Tuesday, March 5

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City of Effingham City Council met March 5

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 11, 2024

City of Effingham City Council met Tuesday, March 5

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Charleston Carnegie Public Library Board of Trustees met March 4

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 11, 2024

Charleston Carnegie Public Library Board of Trustees met Monday, March 4

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City of Casey City Council met March 4

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 11, 2024

City of Casey City Council met Monday, March 4

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City of Arcola City Council met March 4

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 11, 2024

City of Arcola City Council met Monday, March 4