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News from January 2024

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Halbrook: Conservative leadership matters

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 30, 2024

State Representative Brad Halbrook, recognized as the most conservative member of the General Assembly, today highlighted a recent Wirepoints report underscoring the significant impact of his refusal to accept a taxpayer-funded pension.

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Test expectations: How many students met or exceeded Math IAR expectations in Windsor Community Unit School District 1 in 2021-22 school year?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 30, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 23.3% of Windsor Community Unit School District 1 students passed the Math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 30, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 497 voters in Central Township of Bourbon: Precinct Bourbon 2 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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We Can’t Afford More "Asylum Seekers"

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 30, 2024

Illinois residents are facing the financial burden of accommodating a growing number of non-citizens due to policies like the TRUST Act and the Chicago Mayor's welcoming approach towards migrants. However, when it comes to fulfilling their promises, the Mayor of Chicago and Illinois Democrats are failing to deliver.According to a report by Illinois Times, the Mayor of Chicago and Illinois Democrats have backtracked on their commitment to welcome asylum seekers. This reversal of stance has left many questioning the feasibility of their policies and the impact it will have...

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Edgar County in week ending Jan. 27?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 30, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Edgar County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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House Republican Members Request Illegal Immigration Crisis Public Hearings

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 30, 2024

Illinois residents are growing increasingly concerned as the influx of illegal immigrants into the state continues to rise. In an effort to address this pressing issue, a group of House Republican members have taken action by requesting public hearings to shed light on the impact of the illegal immigration crisis on local communities.Having personally witnessed the effects of this crisis, the Republican members have traveled to both the southern border and Chicago to gain a firsthand understanding of the situation. It is evident that the residents of Chicago are...

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Bradley Public Library District Board of Trustees met January 17

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 30, 2024

Bradley Public Library District Board of Trustees met 6 p.m. Wednesday, January 17.

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Shelby County in week ending Jan. 27

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 29, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Shelby County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Who voted in Western Township of Arcola: Precinct Arcola 1 during 2020 Presidential Election?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 29, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 326 voters in Western Township of Arcola: Precinct Arcola 1 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Shelby County taxpayers give $45,952 in Countywide Sales Tax in October

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 29, 2024

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

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Cumberland County students and their ELA performance in 2021-22

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 29, 2024

Out of the 625 students who took the IAR in the 2021-22 school year, 84% failed the ELA portion of the test.

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Median age of Richland County residents is 42

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 29, 2024

Richland County residents have a median age of 42-years-old as of 2021, according to US Census Data.

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Effingham Community Unit School District 40: How many students met or exceeded expectations in Math in 2021-22 school year?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 29, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 23.5% of Effingham Community Unit School District 40 students passed the Math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Test expectations: How many Edgar County Community Unit School District 6 students failed to meet the Math IAR expectations in 2021-22 school year?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 29, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 80% of Edgar County Community Unit School District 6 students failed the Math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Rep. Niemerg Supports IT Job Fair at Lake Land College Feb. 7th

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 29, 2024

State Rep. Adam Niemerg is encouraging potential employers and job seekers to consider participating in the upcoming IT (Internet Technology) Job Fair co-sponsored by the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) and held in-person at Lake Land College in Mattoon. The event will take place on February 7, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the West Building - Room 123 at Lake Land College.The IT Job Fair aims to connect job seekers with potential employers in the field of Internet Technology. Representatives from various companies will be present to showcase job...

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Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central SE Township of Arcola: Precinct Arcola 3

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 29, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 371 voters in Central SE Township of Arcola: Precinct Arcola 3 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Weekly Newsletter from Rep. Miller: Education, Immigration, and Energy

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 29, 2024

In this week's newsletter from Rep. Miller, the focus is on issues concerning education, immigration, and energy. The newsletter begins with Rep. Miller sharing his excitement about his recent visit to Villa Grove CUSD 302 and his positive experience at Hoopeston CUSD #11. He commends the dedication of the schools and their commitment to providing quality education to the students.Rep. Miller then criticizes the Democratic party's policies on school choice, stating, "So, how are your 'kill school choice' policies working for you, Democrats?" He highlights the declining...

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Close The Border | Protect America and Illinois

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 29, 2024

In a recent development, the federal government's actions against the state of Texas for protecting their citizens have sparked outrage and support for Texas' rights under the US Constitution. This has led many to stand with Texas and call for similar measures to be taken in other states such as Illinois.One of the leading voices in this movement is Representative Miller, who recently visited the open southern border to witness the impact firsthand. In a statement on his website, he expressed his concern about the draining of Illinois resources and the frustration of...

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

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 29, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 567 voters in Central Township of Garrett: Precinct Garrett cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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City of Altamont City Council met Dec. 27

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 29, 2024

City of Altamont City Council met Wednesday, Dec. 27