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News from May 2024

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How many lawyers in good standing were practicing law in cities within Shelby County as of April?

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 15, 2024

Cities within Shelby County recorded nine lawyers in good standing to practice law as of April.

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How many lawyers in good standing were practicing law in cities within Richland County as of April?

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 15, 2024

There were eight lawyers in good standing in cities within Richland County as of April.

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Cumberland County County Education: 21 multiracial students were enrolled in schools in 2021-22 school year

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 15, 2024

In Cumberland County County schools, 21 multiracial students were enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Edgar County collects $8,224 in County Sales Tax in February

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 15, 2024

In February, Edgar County saw a decrease in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Q1 Recap: 2 parolees from Cumberland County convicted of property crimes set for supervised release

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 15, 2024

There were two offenders convicted of property crimes living in Cumberland 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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Rep. Niemerg honors "Medal of Honor" firefighters from Montrose and Teutopolis

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 15, 2024

State Representative Niemerg recently acknowledged the commendable efforts of firefighters from Montrose and Teutopolis. These first responders were recognized for their tireless work in mitigating the disastrous effects of an anhydrous ammonia truck crash that occurred near Teutopolis last September.

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Illinois House Republicans call for balanced $52.1 billion budget for FY 2025

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 15, 2024

House Republicans have called for the enactment of a $52.1 billion balanced State of Illinois budget for FY 2025, citing concerns over the state's fiscal health. The proposed budget is in line with subsection (b) of Section 2 of Article VIII of the Illinois Constitution, which mandates that appropriations for a fiscal year shall not exceed funds estimated by the General Assembly to be available during that year.

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Illinois candidates challenge new election law through lawsuit

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 15, 2024

Candidates are pushing back against a recent legislation passed by the majority party in the Illinois General Assembly. The law, which allegedly hinders the slating of candidates for elected office, has been met with resistance as it is seen to limit voters' choices in many races. A lawsuit has been filed challenging this newly implemented election law.

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Senior Hall of Fame" nominations due June 1 in celebration of Older Americans Month

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 15, 2024

May is recognized as Older Americans Month, a period dedicated to celebrating the contributions of older adults across the nation. The theme for 2024, "Powered by Connection," emphasizes the significance of meaningful relationships and connections on our well-being.

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Emma Longcor, former Mattoon High School softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Softball Championship

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 15, 2024

Her team enters the tournament as a number four seed.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Clark County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending May 11

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 15, 2024

The only price of premium 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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Q1 Recap: 5 parolees from Crawford County convicted of drug crimes set for supervised release

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 14, 2024

There were five offenders convicted of drug crimes living in Crawford 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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9 lawyers in good standing in cities within Edgar County as of April

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 14, 2024

There were nine lawyers in good standing in cities within Edgar County as of April.

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How many lawyers were granted admission to practice law in cities within Douglas County in April?

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 14, 2024

Cities within Douglas County recorded nine lawyers in good standing to practice law as of April.

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Richland County collects $931,387 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in 2022

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 14, 2024

In 2022, Richland County saw an increase in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous year.

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Coles County home valuation prices fell in March compared to the same period in 2023

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 14, 2024

In March, the median sale price of a home in Coles County fell by $3,750 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales decreased by 33.8%.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Douglas County had the cheapest diesel in week ending May 11

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 14, 2024

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

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Cheapest diesel in cities across Edgar County in week ending May 11

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 14, 2024

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

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Enrollment Analysis: Multiracial students comprised 2.4% of Crawford County County’s student body in 2021-22 school year

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 14, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 2.4% of students enrolled in Crawford County County school districts identified as multiracial.

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Edgar County taxpayers give $32,566 in Countywide Sales Tax in February

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 14, 2024

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