West Central Reporter

All McDonough County registered voters can vote absentee this year

By James Ledbetter | Aug 3, 2020

McDonough County is now allowing absentee ballot applications for the November general election.

Jacksonville to receive more than $1M for infrastructure overhaul

By James Ledbetter | Jun 29, 2020

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker recently signed three bills into law, including House Bill 64 regarding the planned infrastructure projects that will re-appropriate the Rebuild Illinois capital plan.

State's attorney general warns stimulus recipients to beware of scammers

By James Ledbetter | May 16, 2020

The state's attorney general urges Illinois citizens to be vigilant and watch for scammers who are trying to con people out of their COVID-19 federal economic stimulus payments.

The Genesis Garden Organization receives $16,000 to help feed families

By James Ledbetter | May 16, 2020

The Genesis Garden Organization received a $16,000 donation from the Fellheimer Trust of Wesley United Methodist Church to help support weekly food distributions to every McDonough County household that qualifies.

Macomb mayor reminds citizens to 'stay at home'

By James Ledbetter | Apr 17, 2020

Macomb Mayor Mike Inman told city council at its meeting earlier this month that he is concerned about the amount of traffic going and coming through the city.