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Shelby County Board addresses courthouse window issues amid safety concerns

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 20, 2024

The Shelby County Board has scheduled an emergency meeting for April 22, 2024, at 7 p.m. The main topic of discussion will be the courthouse windows. Recent social media posts have criticized the county board for delays in replacing these windows. However, the board emphasizes that its role is limited to approving funds for maintenance and repairs.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Shelby County in week ending Apr. 13?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 20, 2024

The only price of e15 gas in cities throughout Shelby County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Keith Freeman accused of misleading bankruptcy trustee about Dolton employment

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 20, 2024

Records from the Village of Dolton indicate that Keith Freeman was employed by the village and continues to be, although his paycheck does not have payroll taxes deducted. This information comes from a Freedom of Information Act request regarding payments made to Freeman.

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FBI conducts court-authorized raid at Dolton Village Hall

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 20, 2024

The FBI has confirmed a raid on Dolton Village Hall, according to both a Village Trustee and ABC7-Chicago. The operation started shortly after 2 p.m. today. There is no information available regarding what the authorities are searching for, but it has been noted that the action is court-authorized.

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DeWitt County case under review by Illinois Attorney General's office

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 20, 2024

The Illinois Attorney General's Office has accepted a review of a potential criminal case involving DeWitt County Board Chairman Dan Matthews. The investigation concerns purchases made from CDS Office Technologies, where Matthews serves as Vice President of Sales.

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Court hears misinformation claims in Wesley Township FOIA case

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 20, 2024

During a court hearing on February 29, 2024, regarding the Brzana v. Wesley Township Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) lawsuit, there was a discrepancy concerning the attendance of plaintiffs. Both Wesley Township's attorney and the presiding judge suggested that plaintiffs were required to appear in person.

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Champaign County auditor faces scrutiny over alleged misuse of county computers

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 20, 2024

Towards the end of the April 18, 2024, Champaign County Board Meeting, County Auditor George Danos was questioned about ethics after mentioning the topic in his presentation. A board member raised concerns that Danos had used a county computer to file his personal campaign finance report with the Illinois State Board of Elections.

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Home sales in Crawford County in week ending April 13

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 20, 2024

There were three reported residential sales in Crawford County in the week ending April 13, according to BlockShopper.com.

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6 lawyers in good standing in cities within Lawrence County as of March

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 19, 2024

Cities within Lawrence County recorded six lawyers in good standing to practice law as of March.

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$76,530 in County Sales Tax collected in January for Effingham County

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 19, 2024

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

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Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central Township of Brouilletts Creek: Precinct Brouilletts Creek

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 19, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 115 voters in Central Township of Brouilletts Creek: Precinct Brouilletts Creek cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 19, 2024

There was one offender convicted of a property crime living in Jasper 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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1 gas station in cities throughout Shelby County had the cheapest e85 gas in week ending Apr. 13

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 19, 2024

The only price of e85 gas in cities throughout Shelby County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Clark County in week ending Apr. 13

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 19, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Clark County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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School administrators earns 106.3% more on average than teachers in Paris Community Unit School District 4 in 2021-22 school year

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 19, 2024

The average school administrator’s salary in Paris Community Unit School District 4 was $97,867 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $47,430, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Who voted in Northern Township of Paris: Precinct Paris 12 during 2020 Presidential Election?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 19, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 197 voters in Northern Township of Paris: Precinct Paris 12 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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IGOLD Draws Huge Crowd at Capitol to Support Second Amendment

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 19, 2024

Yesterday at the Capitol, a significant gathering took place in support of Illinois Gun Owner Lobby Day (IGOLD). The event drew a large crowd of individuals advocating for their Second Amendment rights. "Owning a firearm is a right guaranteed by our Constitution," emphasized one of the attendees.The attendees expressed concerns about the ongoing challenges to their Second Amendment rights, with one individual stating, "The constant attacks on our Second Amendment rights are a blatant assault on the principles underlying our Constitution." Another participant echoed these...

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Lawrence County taxpayers give $252,611 in Countywide Sales Tax in 2022

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 19, 2024

In 2022, Lawrence County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous year.

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Southeastern Township of Ross: Precinct Ross 2

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 19, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 287 voters in Southeastern Township of Ross: Precinct Ross 2 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Charleston Community Unit School District 1 administrators rank 790th in state for average pay in 2022

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 19, 2024

Administrators in Charleston Community Unit School District 1 earn an average of $83,108 per year, ranking 790th in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.