West Central Reporter

The Illinois Senate has recently taken a significant step towards protecting abused children and ensuring they can remain in their familiar school environments. State Senator Steve McClure, the proponent of the legislation, emphasized the importance of this move to provide stability for vulnerable children.Senator McClure expressed, "Abused children who have been removed from their home have already suffered enough, they shouldn’t be pulled from their school and their friends and dropped into a strange environment."The legislation, known as Senate Bill 2824, addresses...

University of Illinois defeats Western Illinois baseball team 12-1

The Western Illinois baseball team faced a challenging game against the University of Illinois, resulting in a 12-1 defeat on Tuesday night.

Western Illinois men's golf team finishes season at OVC Championship

The Western Illinois men's golf team concluded their season by participating in the Ohio Valley Conference Championship, where they secured an 8th place finish. The team's performance improved during the final round, allowing them to ascend the leaderboard.

Western Illinois University prepares for competition at Drake Relays

Western Illinois University's men's and women's outdoor track and field teams are set to compete in the prestigious Drake Relays this week. The events, taking place from Wednesday to Saturday, will see Leatherneck athletes participating in 16 entries for women and 12 for men.

Pike County collects $124,738 in County School Facility Tax in January

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

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Hancock County in week ending Apr. 20?

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Hancock County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

How many lawyers were granted admission to practice law in cities within Calhoun County in March?

Cities within Calhoun County recorded three lawyers in good standing to practice law as of March.

How many lawyers were granted admission to practice law in cities within Brown County in March?

There were three lawyers in good standing in cities within Brown County as of March.

Pike County residents pay $26,647 in County Sales Tax in January

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

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Morgan County in week ending Apr. 20?

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Morgan County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

Cass County County Education: 1,032 white students were enrolled in schools in 2021-22 school year

In Cass County County schools, 1,032 white students were enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Western Illinois begins four-game road trip amid strong season performances

Western Illinois University baseball team is embarking on a four-game road trip, with matches scheduled against the University of Illinois and Lindenwood.

How much more does an administrator earn than teachers in Carthage Elementary School District 317 in 2021-22 school year?

The average school administrator’s salary in Carthage Elementary School District 317 was $87,011 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $43,192, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Pike County: Cities registered 5 lawyers in good standing as of March

Cities within Pike County recorded five lawyers in good standing to practice law as of March.

How many lawyers in good standing were practicing law in cities within Schuyler County as of March?

There were five lawyers in good standing in cities within Schuyler County as of March.

$34,624 in Countywide Sales Tax collected in January for Pike County

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

2 gas stations in cities throughout Pike County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Apr. 20

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Pike County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

Enrollment Analysis: White students comprised 95% of Calhoun County County’s student body in 2021-22 school year

In Calhoun County County schools, 566 white students were enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

2021-22 School Year: Average school administrator earns 82.4% more than teachers in Brown County Community Unit School District 1

The average school administrator’s salary in Brown County Community Unit School District 1 was $87,552 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $48,011, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

1 gas station in cities throughout Morgan County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Apr. 20