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Dominion defamation lawsuits continue without trial date set

US Dominion Inc. has been engaged in defamation lawsuits since January 2021, targeting multiple defendants.

By East Central Reporter Reports | Feb 2, 2025

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Health department administrator accused of fraud linked to excessive gambling

Over a 20-month period during the COVID-19 pandemic, Dee Ann Schippert reportedly spent at least 759 hours at a Watseka gambling establishment while claiming to be working as the administrator of the Iroquois County Public Health Department.

By East Central Reporter Reports | Feb 1, 2025

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Government event this February in East Central Illinois

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 31, 2025

The following event is scheduled to take place in East Central Illinois this month.

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Shelby County residents pay $137,777 in County School Facility Tax in October 2024

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 31, 2025

In October 2024, Shelby County saw a decrease in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Court holds Dolton mayor in direct criminal contempt over liquor license dispute

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 31, 2025

During a recent court hearing, Tiffany Henyard, the Mayor of Dolton, Illinois, was held in "Direct Criminal Contempt" for her refusal to sign liquor licenses for a local business as ordered by the court.

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Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond's recent updates highlight scholastic bowl and student demographics

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 31, 2025

In a series of tweets from late January 2025 by #GoKnights, Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond High School highlighted its participation in a Scholastic Bowl event and shared school announcements.

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Arthur-Lovington Atwood Hammond shares basketball updates and school announcements

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 31, 2025

Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond High School's recent social media updates from user #GoKnights highlight key events such as girls' basketball results from January 30 and school-wide announcements for January 31.

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$27,874 in County Sales Tax collected in October 2024 for Shelby County

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 30, 2025

In October 2024, Shelby County saw a decrease in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Federal court denies Shelby County Sheriff's motion on FOIA requests

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 30, 2025

Shelby County Sheriff Brian McReynolds is facing a civil rights lawsuit related to medical issues, filed by Chad Hammond, an inmate in the Illinois Department of Corrections.

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GoKnights announces updates on school events and sports

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 30, 2025

Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond High School shared several updates via social media about recent announcements and upcoming events.

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Shelby County collects $38,152 in Countywide Sales Tax in October 2024

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 29, 2025

In October 2024, Shelby County saw a decrease in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Federal lawsuit against Shelby County heads towards trial

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 29, 2025

In April 2021, Nicholas Banning initiated a federal lawsuit against several defendants, including Shelby County.

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Brawl erupts at Thornton Township meeting involving Supervisor Henyard

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 29, 2025

Towards the end of a heated meeting in South Holland, Illinois, a brawl erupted involving Thornton Township Supervisor Tiffany Henyard.

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FOIA Request Sent to Effingham County Sheriff's Office Regarding Immigration Detainer Records on January 29, 2025

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 29, 2025

FOIA Request to Effingham County Sheriff's Office Regarding Immigration Detainer Records on January 29, 2025.

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Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond High School shares updates on events and sports

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 29, 2025

Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond High School communicated various announcements via Twitter on January 28-29, including information about FAFSA assistance and a varsity boys basketball game.

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FOIA Request Sent to Clark County Sheriff's Office Regarding Immigration Detainer Records on January 29, 2025

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 29, 2025

FOIA Request to Clark County Sheriff's Office Regarding Immigration Detainer Records Issued by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agency on January 29, 2025.

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FOIA Request Sent to Richland County Sheriff's Office Regarding Immigration Detainer Records on January 29, 2025

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 29, 2025

FOIA Request to Richland County Sheriff's Office Regarding Immigration Detainer Records on January 29, 2025.

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FOIA Request Sent to Cumberland County Sheriff Regarding Immigration Detainer Records on January 29, 2025

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 29, 2025

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Cumberland County Sheriff's Office on January 29, 2025.

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FOIA Request Sent to Coles County Sheriff's Department Regarding Immigration Detainer Records on January 29, 2025

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 29, 2025

FOIA Request to Coles County Sheriff's Department Regarding Immigration Detainer Records on January 29, 2025.

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FOIA Request Sent to Jasper County Sheriff Regarding Immigration Detainer Records on January 29, 2025

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 29, 2025

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Jasper County Sheriff's office on January 29, 2025.