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Effingham County had 27 lawyers in good standing in December 2023

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 24, 2024

Cities located within Effingham County recorded 27 lawyers in good standing to practice law as of December 2023.

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Illinois Has Nothing to Celebrate on "National School Choice Week"

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 24, 2024

Illinois, unlike many other states, has nothing to celebrate on this year's "National School Choice Week." While 18 states across the nation are celebrating new or expanded private school choice programs, Illinois has made a different choice - a choice that is hurting low-income families and limiting the educational opportunities for their children.The Invest in Kids scholarship program, which provided nearly 10,000 low-income students with the opportunity to attend schools that best fit their learning needs, has been abruptly ended by the Democrats in Illinois. This...

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Test expectations: How many Cumberland Community Unit School District 77 students failed to meet the ELA IAR expectations in 2021-22 school year?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 24, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 82.2% of Cumberland Community Unit School District 77 students failed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Effingham County Education: Which district had most students enrolled in schools in 2021-22 school year

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 23, 2024

Effingham Community Unit School District 40 stood out in Effingham County with 2,294 students enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Edgar County in week ending Jan. 20?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 23, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Edgar County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Cumberland County residents rank 84th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois for October 2023

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 23, 2024

Cumberland County residents paid $81,955 in sales taxes, ranking 84th in total sales taxes paid per county in October 2023.

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How did Central Township of Clay City: Precinct Clay City I residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 23, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 523 voters in Central Township of Clay City: Precinct Clay City I cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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In the 2021-22 school year, 83% of Central A & M Community Unit School District 21 students failed the Math portion of the IAR

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 23, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 83% of Central A & M Community Unit School District 21 students failed the Math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Edgar County had 9 lawyers in good standing in December 2023

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 23, 2024

There were nine lawyers in good standing in cities in Edgar County as of December 2023.

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Where was the cheapest place to fill up on diesel in cities in Cumberland County in week ending Jan. 20?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 23, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Cumberland County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central Township of Songer: Precinct Songer

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 23, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 198 voters in Central Township of Songer: Precinct Songer cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Who voted in Eastern Township of Harter: Precinct Harter I during 2020 Presidential Election?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 23, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 409 voters in Eastern Township of Harter: Precinct Harter I cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Clay County ranks 79th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during 2022

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 23, 2024

Clay County residents paid $1.3 million in sales taxes, ranking 79th in total sales taxes paid per county in 2022.

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Home prices in Coles County during December 2023 increased compared to the same period in 2022

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 23, 2024

In December 2023, the median sale price of a home in Coles County rose by $53,900 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales decreased by 5.4%.

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Lawrence County collects $22,036 in Countywide Sales Tax in October

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 23, 2024

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

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Illegal Immigrant Threatens American Reporter After Crossing the Southern Border

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 23, 2024

An independent American journalist recently faced a disturbing encounter with an illegal immigrant who had crossed the open border in Arizona. When the journalist asked about the immigrant's origin, the response was chilling: "You find out who I am very soon." This incident has raised concerns about the safety and security of our nation as thousands of migrants continue to enter the country.The incident, captured on video, highlights the potential risks that come with unvetted individuals crossing the southern border. Many Americans are rightfully alarmed by the...

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Did Effingham Community Unit School District 40 students succeed or flounder in their 2021-22 school year ELA tests?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 23, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 26.2% of Effingham Community Unit School District 40 students passed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Local Legislators Visit U. Of I. Research Park

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 23, 2024

Reps Halbrook, Miller, and Schweizer recently paid a visit to the U. of I. Research Park, joining other local legislators for a series of engaging activities. The highlight of their visit was the Chancellor's Legislative Luncheon, which provided an opportunity for fruitful discussions and exchange of ideas.During the luncheon, the legislators had the chance to learn about the recent successes of the Research Park and discuss future plans. The Research Park, a hub for innovation and collaboration, has been instrumental in driving economic growth and fostering partnerships...

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Test expectations: How many students met or exceeded ELA IAR expectations in Villa Grove Community Unit School District 302 in 2021-22 school year?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 22, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 27.3% of Villa Grove Community Unit School District 302 students passed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Effingham County taxpayers give $71,283 in County Sales Tax in October

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 22, 2024

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