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How many students failed their English exams in Effingham County in 2023?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 30, 2024

More than 4 in 10 Effingham County public students aren't at grade level based on their performance in the English portion of the 2023 SAT.

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City of Martinsville City Council met August 28

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 30, 2024

City of Martinsville City Council met 7 p.m. Wednesday, August 28.

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Coles County in week ending Aug. 17

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 30, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Coles County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Wilhour discusses state programs with seniors at new Richland County facilities

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 30, 2024

State Rep. Blaine Wilhour spent Thursday morning touring the new Brookstone Estates senior assisted living facility in Olney, Richland County. During his visit, he met with residents to discuss issues related to state programs and public policies affecting seniors.

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National Grief Awareness Day highlights diverse coping mechanisms

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 30, 2024

National Grief Awareness Day today brings attention to the many ways individuals can cope with grief and acts as a reminder that closure comes in different forms for everyone. If you are suffering from grief, know that you are not alone.

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City of Altamont City Council met July 22

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 30, 2024

City of Altamont City Council met Monday, July 22

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Chicago faces $1 billion shortfall in 2025 budget

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 30, 2024

Chicago is facing a nearly $1 billion shortfall in its 2025 budget. Unlike previous years, Mayor Johnson will not have federal stimulus funding to address the financial crisis. Critics attribute the deficit to what they describe as incompetence and excessive spending on services for illegal immigrants, which they argue has adversely affected local communities.

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City of Altamont City Council met Aug. 26

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 30, 2024

City of Altamont City Council met Monday, Aug. 26

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Village of Dieterich Board of Trustees met Aug. 26

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 30, 2024

Village of Dieterich Board of Trustees met Monday, Aug. 26

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Village of Montgomery Board of Trustees met Aug. 26

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 30, 2024

Village of Montgomery Board of Trustees met Monday, Aug. 26

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Village of Montgomery Intergovernmental Committee met Aug. 26

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 30, 2024

Village of Montgomery Intergovernmental Committee met Monday, Aug. 26

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Village of Noble Village Board met Aug. 26

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 30, 2024

Village of Noble Village Board met Monday, Aug. 26

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Critics blame Pritzker and Johnson for Illinois crime crisis

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 29, 2024

JB Pritzker and Brandon Johnson have been criticized for allegedly creating a crime crisis in Illinois. Community members across the state continue to seek assistance amid rising gang activity and concerns about illegal immigration. Critics argue that law enforcement has been weakened by Democratic policies, particularly citing the SAFE-T Act as a contributing factor.

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Wilhour attends Clay County Electric Co-operative meeting on energy issues

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 29, 2024

State Representative Blaine Wilhour attended the Clay County Electric Co-operative's annual meeting on August 22, 2024. During the event, he emphasized the importance of reliable and affordable energy for various sectors including families, employers, schools, and healthcare facilities.

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State Rep. Miller on billboards critiquing Pritzker, Johnson policies: 'Their open border, soft on crime, anti-business policies have had real-world consequences'

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 28, 2024

State Rep. Chris Miller (R-Charleston) has shown his support for a series of billboards critiquing Gov. J.B. Pritzker and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson placed during the Democratic National Convention last week.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Cumberland County in week ending Aug. 17?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 28, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Cumberland County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Rep. Halbrook honors retiring fire chief Ed Voltenburg

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 28, 2024

Representative Halbrook attended a surprise retirement party celebration for Ed Voltenburg of Findlay this week. Voltenburg is retiring from the Findlay Fire Protection District after serving 11 years as the Fire Chief. Rep. Halbrook has also filed a House Resolution to honor Chief Voltenburg's nearly 40 years of service in the fire department.

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Illinois economic growth questioned amid job losses and high unemployment

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 28, 2024

Gov. Pritzker and Illinois Democrats assert that their policies have improved the state's economic situation, but data presents a different perspective. Critics argue that until issues such as overregulation and high taxes are addressed, Illinois will continue to lag behind other states.

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University of Illinois to host Eastern Illinois in centennial game at Memorial Stadium

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 28, 2024

College football returns to the Land of Lincoln tomorrow night as the University of Illinois hosts Eastern Illinois University at Memorial Stadium in Champaign. This marks only the third matchup between U of I and EIU since 2008 and coincides with the 100th anniversary of Memorial Stadium in Champaign.

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Illinois representative files bill to ban cultivated meat

By East Central Reporter Reports | Aug 28, 2024

State Representative Chris Miller (R-Hindsboro) has filed House Bill 5872, aiming to ban cultivated meat in Illinois. The legislation addresses concerns about replacing traditional meat with lab-grown alternatives and aims to protect public health, farmland, and agricultural products.