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25.8% of Oblong Community Unit School District 4 students met or exceeded ELA IAR expectations on tests in 2021-22 school year

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 25, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 25.8% of Oblong Community Unit School District 4 students passed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Crawford County residents pay $315,541 in County Sales Tax in 2022

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 25, 2024

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

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

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 25, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 193 voters in Central Township of Hoosier: Precinct Hoosier cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 25, 2024

Lawrence County Community Unit School District 20 stood out in Lawrence County with 1,082 students enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 25, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 315 voters in Central Township of Xenia: Precinct Xenia cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Richland County taxpayers give $42,945 in Countywide Sales Tax in October

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 25, 2024

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

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How many lawyers were granted admission to practice law in cities in Jasper County in December 2023?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 25, 2024

There were two lawyers in good standing in cities in Jasper County as of December 2023.

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Test expectations: How many Tuscola Community Unit School District 301 students failed to meet the Math IAR expectations in 2021-22 school year?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 25, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 82.2% of Tuscola Community Unit School District 301 students failed the Math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Edgar County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Jan. 20

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 25, 2024

The only price of regular gas 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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Rep. Wilhour Town Hall Draws Crowd at Kaskaskia College in Vandalia

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 25, 2024

A legislative town hall meeting hosted by Rep. Wilhour drew a significant crowd at Kaskaskia College in Vandalia on Wednesday evening. Despite heavy fog conditions, attendees braved the weather to discuss a range of important topics impacting their communities.During the town hall meeting, Rep. Wilhour expressed his gratitude to those who attended, stating, "Thank you to everyone who braved the heavy fog conditions and attended my legislative town hall meeting in Vandalia on Wednesday evening." He acknowledged the importance of discussing issues such as families,...

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How did Northeastern Township of Harter: Precinct Harter Iii residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 25, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 537 voters in Northeastern Township of Harter: Precinct Harter Iii cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Rep. Niemerg Sets Satellite Hours Around 102nd District for February

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 25, 2024

State Representative Adam Niemerg (R-Dieterich) has announced the upcoming Satellite Office Hours for the month of February. The office hours will provide an opportunity for residents of the 102nd District to engage with legislative staff, share their ideas, voice concerns, and receive assistance with state government programs.The first set of Satellite Office Hours will take place on Thursday, February 1. Representative Niemerg will be available at three different locations throughout the day. The schedule for the day is as follows:- Newton City Hall, located at 108 N....

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University of Illinois Research Park Showcases Innovation and Impact

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 25, 2024

The Chancellor’s Legislative Session Kickoff Luncheon held at the University of Illinois Research Park in Champaign was a resounding success. Attendees were treated to a wealth of information about the innovative work being done at the university and its impact on the community. Chancellor Robert Jones, in his opening remarks, highlighted the importance of collaboration between academia and government in driving progress and development.The event was attended by a diverse group of individuals, including directors, local officials, and community members. Their presence...

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On Wednesday, January 24, former Seneca High School standout DelShawn Simms’ college team won in an NJCAA game

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 25, 2024

The game took place in Olney, Illinois.

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Eagle Academy For Young Men standout Johnny Jones’ college team lost in NJCAA game on Wednesday, January 24

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 25, 2024

The Lake Land Lakers lost 55-89 in their NJCAA game against the Shawnee Saints on Wednesday, January 24.

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Charleston High School standout Caleb Oakley’s college team lost in NJCAA game on Wednesday, January 24

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 25, 2024

The game took place in Mattoon, Illinois.

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On Wednesday, January 24, former Woodford County High School standout Jackson Twombly’s college team won in an NJCAA game

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 25, 2024

The Olney Central Blue Knights won 79-76 in their NJCAA game against the Rend Lake Warriors on Wednesday, January 24.

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Maine Central Institute standout Timur Sabic’s college team won in NJCAA game on Wednesday, January 24

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 25, 2024

The game took place in Olney, Illinois.

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Teutopolis High School standout James Niebrugge’s college team lost in NJCAA game on Wednesday, January 24

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 25, 2024

The game took place in Mattoon, Illinois.

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JaKobe Thompson, former Case High School standout, played on Wednesday, January 24 in NJCAA game

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 25, 2024

The Olney Central Blue Knights won 79-76 in their NJCAA game against the Rend Lake Warriors on Wednesday, January 24.