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News from April 2024

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Prairie State taxes: Shelby County residents rank 58th in total sales taxes paid for January

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 18, 2024

Shelby County residents paid $260,307 in sales taxes, ranking 58th in total sales taxes paid per county in January.

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central NE Township of Paris: Precinct Paris 7

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 18, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 266 voters in Central NE Township of Paris: Precinct Paris 7 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Analysis: Arthur Community Unit School District 305 administrators rank 749th in state for average pay in 2022

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 18, 2024

Administrators in Arthur Community Unit School District 305 earn an average of $87,203 per year, ranking 749th in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Rep. Miller Welcomes Lakeland Student Government Visitors

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 18, 2024

Rep. Miller had the pleasure of hosting a group of students from Lakeland Student Government at the Capitol today. Expressing his enthusiasm, Rep. Miller stated, "I had a fantastic group of students visit me today from Lakeland Student Government! Lakeland is an outstanding college that is committed to changing lives through the power of learning."One of the notable attendees was Jackie Schertz, a Production Agriculture Alumni and Student Representative to the Board of Directors, as highlighted by Rep. Miller during the visit.Appreciating the visit, Rep. Miller extended...

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Church challenges mayor in federal court over zoning dispute

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 18, 2024

Attorneys for the Redeemed Christian Church of Dolton, Illinois, are set to appear in federal court on March 26, 2024. They will request that the mayor of Dolton comply with existing laws. The church has filed a religious discrimination lawsuit against Mayor Tiffany Henyard and the Village of Dolton. Represented by the Chicago-based law firm Mauck & Baker, the church seeks a declaratory judgment or an injunction.

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Rep. Niemerg Opposes Mandating 'Climate Change' Training for Illinois Teachers

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 18, 2024

State Representative Adam Niemerg (R-Dieterich) has voiced his opposition to a proposed legislation that would mandate the training of Illinois teachers on 'climate change' ideology. Speaking out against the bill, Rep. Niemerg expressed concerns about the impact of such a mandate on teachers and students alike.“This is another very bad mandate on teachers to be indoctrinated on the ‘climate change’ ideology who will then be expected to pass that ideology onto our children,” declared Rep. Adam Niemerg.Rep. Niemerg, a member of the Elementary & Secondary Education: School...

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Democrats Push Through 5 Controversial Bills in Illinois

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 18, 2024

Just as expected, there has been numerous bad bills passed through the General Assembly, heavily favored by Democrats. On April 17th, 2024 a total of 71 bills passed the Illinois House of Representatives which included (65) Democrat bills and just (6) Republican bills. Democrats are committed to passing bad bills.Among the bills passed, five from the Democrats have sparked controversy. House Bill 4867, for example, amends the Illinois Human Rights Act to protect individuals making reproductive health decisions. House Bill 4921 establishes a Low Interest Home Improvement...

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DeWitt County under scrutiny over procurement practices and economic interest concerns

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 18, 2024

The Illinois Attorney General's office is reviewing a criminal investigation involving DeWitt County. The situation was highlighted in a recent article, which noted the absence of any response from DeWitt County Chairman Dan Matthews at the time of its publication.

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Q1 Recap: 2 parolees from Edgar County convicted of crimes against persons set for supervised release

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 18, 2024

There were two offenders convicted of crimes against persons living in Edgar 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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State Rep. Halbrook: 'I support the 'Parents Matter Coalition’s' proposed Illinois advisory referendum'

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 17, 2024

Illinois State Rep. Brad Halbrook (R-Shelbyville) said he supports the "Parents Matter Coalition's" proposed referendum for the 2024 ballot.

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Richland County collects $268,188 in County Sales Tax in 2023

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 17, 2024

In 2023, Richland County saw a decrease in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous year.

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Shelby County residents pay $49,492 in County Sales Tax in January

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 17, 2024

In January, Shelby County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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How did Central Township of Stratton: Precinct Stratton residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 17, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 216 voters in Central Township of Stratton: Precinct Stratton cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Edgar County residents pay $132,356 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in January

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 17, 2024

In January, Edgar County saw an increase in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central NW Township of Paris: Precinct Paris 8

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 17, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 124 voters in Central NW Township of Paris: Precinct Paris 8 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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2022: Altamont Community Unit School District 10 administrators rank 734th in state for average pay

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 17, 2024

Administrators in Altamont Community Unit School District 10 earn an average of $88,440 per year, ranking 734th in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central SW Township of Paris: Precinct Paris 9

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 17, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 169 voters in Central SW Township of Paris: Precinct Paris 9 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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2021-22 School Year: Average school administrator earns 114.6% more than teachers in Windsor Community Unit School District 1

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 17, 2024

The average school administrator’s salary in Windsor Community Unit School District 1 was $98,406 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $45,848, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Keith Freeman indicted on charges related to bankruptcy fraud scheme

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 17, 2024

A federal indictment has been issued against Keith Freeman, a senior administrator for the Village of Dolton and Thornton Township in Illinois. The indictment accuses Freeman of engaging in bankruptcy fraud by making false statements to conceal assets and sources of income from creditors.

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Wesley Township FOIA case clarifies attorney roles

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 17, 2024

After revealing misleading information shared on social media, an update has been provided regarding the Wesley Township FOIA case. The transcript clarifies the identities of the attorneys representing both plaintiffs and defendants. It is emphasized that the Shelby County State’s Attorney was not involved in this capacity, countering previous suggestions to the contrary.