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News from May 2024

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Illinois Conservation Foundation seeks nominations for Outdoor Hall of Fame

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 14, 2024

The Illinois Conservation Foundation is seeking nominations for its prestigious Illinois Outdoor Hall of Fame. The foundation has been recognizing exceptional outdoor enthusiasts from the state since 2002, honoring those who have made significant contributions to preserving, promoting, enhancing or supporting natural resources and outdoor recreation opportunities.

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Examining Discrepancies in Statements by Shelby County Dive Team Commander

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 14, 2024

In the April 2024 Shelby County Board meeting, Shelby County Dive Team Commander Austin Prichard read a statement on trust. He said, “The definition of trust: assures reliance on the character, ability, strength or truth of someone or something, one which confidence is placed.”

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Douglas County residents pay $223,609 in County School Facility Tax in February

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 13, 2024

In February, Douglas County saw a decrease in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Prairie State taxes: Shelby County residents rank 62nd in total sales taxes paid for February

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 13, 2024

Shelby County residents paid $195,309 in sales taxes, ranking 62nd in total sales taxes paid per county in February.

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Q1 Recap: 1 parolee from Coles County convicted of a crime involving one or more weapons set for supervised release

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 13, 2024

There was one offender convicted of a crime involving one or more weapons living in Coles 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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Former Village President accused of misusing official title

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 13, 2024

Three years after losing his position as the Village President of Poplar Grove, Owen Costanza continues to use the title. His persistent use of the title on his Facebook account and email address has raised eyebrows among residents.

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There were 376 multiracial students enrolled in Coles County County schools in 2021-22 school year

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 13, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 6.4% of students enrolled in Coles County County school districts identified as multiracial.

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Clark County in week ending May 11

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 13, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Clark County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 11, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Shelby County in week ending May 11?

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 13, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Shelby County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 11, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Pritzker faces $800 million budget shortfall in Illinois

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 13, 2024

Illinois Democrats have been accused of using one-time federal aid from the pandemic to justify long-term spending on favored projects and the expansion of state programs. As predicted, these pandemic funds have now dried up. In response, Governor Pritzker is reportedly pushing for tax increases and threatening cuts to state programs in an attempt to balance the budget.

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Weekly update from Rep. Miller: Budget concerns and upcoming demonstrations

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 13, 2024

Last week, the Democrats in Springfield reportedly cut short the session and slowed down the debate of bills on the House floor. Despite this, committee work continued with evaluations of more Senate bills, some lingering House bills, and amendments.

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Unchanged number of lawyers with active licenses to practice in cities located within Shelby County in April compared to previous month

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 12, 2024

The number of lawyers with active licenses in cities in Shelby County in April remained the same in comparison to the previous month.

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Where was the cheapest place to fill up on regular gas in cities in Cumberland County in week ending May 11?

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 12, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Cumberland County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 11, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Home prices in Edgar County during April 2024 fell compared to the same period in 2023

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 12, 2024

In April, the median sale price of a home in Edgar County fell by $32,500 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales decreased by 60.6%.

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Q1 Recap: 3 parolees from Coles County convicted of crimes against persons set for supervised release

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 12, 2024

There were three offenders convicted of crimes against persons living in Coles 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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$100,950 in County Sales Tax collected in February for Douglas County

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 12, 2024

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

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Coles County residents pay $486,750 in County School Facility Tax in February

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 12, 2024

In February, Coles County saw a decrease in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Shelby County in week ending May 11?

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 12, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Shelby County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 11, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Richland County County Education: 76 Hispanic students were enrolled in schools in 2021-22 school year

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 12, 2024

In Richland County County schools, 76 Hispanic students were enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Shelby County initiates forensic audit into Dive Team's fund management

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 12, 2024

In Shelby County, concerns have been raised about the proper handling of funds donated to the Dive Team over the past few years. The question at hand is whether these donations were deposited into an appropriate Shelby County government account.