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State Rep. Niemerg: Michael Madigan 'lied repeatedly while on the witness stand'

Federal prosecutors have provided an update in the corruption trial of former House Speaker Michael Madigan, alleging that Madigan lied under oath during his testimony.

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 7, 2025

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State Rep. Halbrook: HB 1581 'changes the higher education funding formula for state schools based on DEI'

Brad Halbrook, state representative for Illinois' 107th District, said that the new higher education funding model has prompted public university presidents to visit Springfield recently to update legislators on their funding needs.

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 7, 2025

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State Rep. Wilhour: 'Every person 18 years and older must present a REAL-ID' to board a flight within the U.S

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 7, 2025

Blaine Wilhour, representative for Illinois' 110th House District, announced that starting May 7, individuals over the age of 18 will be required to present a REAL ID-compliant license, ID card, or passport to access certain federal buildings or...

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Sarah Bush Lincoln partners with NKFI for free community kidney screenings

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 7, 2025

Sarah Bush Lincoln is collaborating with the National Kidney Foundation of Illinois to organize a kidney screening event.

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Family celebrates shared nursing careers during National Nurses Week

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 6, 2025

Nurses play a crucial role in the healthcare system, often being the first point of contact for patients.

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State Rep. Miller: HB 1581 will change 'the higher education funding formula for state schools'

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 5, 2025

Chris Miller, the state representative for Illinois House District 101, said that House Bill 1581 will change how higher education funding is allocated to state schools by linking it to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) admissions.

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State Rep. Niemerg: Imagination Library provides 'free, high-quality, age-appropriate books to children'

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 5, 2025

Adam Niemerg, the state representative for Illinois House District 102, said that Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is contributing to fostering a love of reading in children and ensuring they have the necessary tools for academic success.

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Jay Walker recognized as CCH Employee of the Month for May

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 5, 2025

Congratulations to Jay Walker, who has been named the Employee of the Month for May at CCH.

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HSHS Home Care hosts butterfly release ceremonies across central Illinois

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 2, 2025

HSHS Home Care is inviting community members to participate in butterfly release ceremonies at several locations in central Illinois.

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Community invited to butterfly release events to honor loved ones in Illinois

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 2, 2025

HSHS Home Care is inviting community members to attend butterfly release ceremonies at several Hospital Sisters Health System hospitals across central Illinois this May and June.

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State Rep. Niemerg: 'Illinois now allows smaller shotguns' to be used in turkey hunting

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 30, 2025

Adam Niemerg, representative for Illinois State House District 102, announced in a Facebook post that new regulations during turkey hunting season now permit the use of smaller shotguns.

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State Rep. Miller: Gov. Pritzker 'should be fired and charged with treason'

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 28, 2025

Chris Miller, the state representative for Illinois House District 101, has expressed criticism of Governor J.B. Pritzker's policies, accusing him of rewarding criminals and attempting to disarm legal gun owners.

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State Rep. Niemerg: 'The SAFE-T Act puts all Illinois communities at risk'

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 28, 2025

Adam Niemerg, a state representative for Illinois' 102nd District, has called for the repeal of the SAFE-T Act, describing it as dangerous.

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High school students participate in "Window to the Womb" experience in Effingham

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 24, 2025

The Family Life Center in Effingham and HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital collaborated with St. Anthony High School for their annual "Window to the Womb" event.

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HSHS St. Anthony’s to celebrate 150th anniversary with special mass on April 30

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 23, 2025

The Hospital Sisters of St. Francis arrived in Effingham on November 15, 1875, starting their mission to provide health care to the community.

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State Rep. Wilhour: 'Fairness and safety in sports should not be a political issue'

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 22, 2025

Blaine Wilhour, a state representative for Illinois' 110th District, has highlighted the Illinois High School Association's (IHSA) clarification on its policy regarding transgender student participation.

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New medical center at SBLFCH to receive $5,000 donation from Commercial Electric

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 22, 2025

Commercial Electric, a company based in Mattoon, has contributed $5,000 to Friends and Families of Sarah Bush Lincoln Fayette County Hospital.

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State Rep. Chris Miller: 'Man is man - woman is woman - there is no middle ground for a made up gender'

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 21, 2025

Chris Miller, a state representative for Illinois' 101st District, expressed his views on gender following the United Kingdom's Supreme Court ruling that recognized only two genders: male and female.

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State Rep. Miller: 'The pro-criminal party works hard to reduce public safety in our communities'

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 18, 2025

Chris Miller, the state representative for Illinois House District 101, said House Democrats supported a failed bill that would have allowed convicted murderers and rapists under 21 to seek parole and resentencing.

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State Rep. Niemerg: 'Chronic wasting disease has now been detected in another four' Illinois counties

By East Central Reporter Reports | Apr 18, 2025

Adam Niemerg, representative for Illinois' 102nd State House District, announced on Facebook that chronic wasting disease (CWD) has been detected in more counties across Illinois.