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Scott County sees an 11% increase in transfer reliance since 1970

By West Central Reporter | Jul 31, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 20.9% of income in Scott County, a 11% surge from 9.9% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.

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Scott County residents rank 98th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois for 2024

By West Central Reporter | Jul 30, 2025

Scott County residents paid $450,088 in sales taxes, ranking 98th in total sales taxes paid per county in 2024.

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Western Illinois announces men’s basketball coaching staff additions for upcoming season

By West Central Reporter | Jul 30, 2025

Western Illinois University has announced updates to its men's basketball coaching staff for the 2025-26 season.

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Pike County residents rank 61st in total sales taxes paid in Illinois for 2024

By West Central Reporter | Jul 29, 2025

Pike County residents paid approximately $2.8 million in sales taxes, ranking 61st in total sales taxes paid per county in 2024.

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FOIA request sent to Hancock County Sheriff regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025

By West Central Reporter | Jul 29, 2025

FOIA Request to Hancock County Sheriff regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025.

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Morgan County residents paid 36th-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during 2024

By West Central Reporter | Jul 29, 2025

Morgan County residents paid approximately $6.2 million in sales taxes, the 36th highest total paid per county in 2024.

Western Illinois University announces sale of men’s and women’s basketball season tickets

By West Central Reporter | Jul 28, 2025

Western Illinois University has announced that season tickets for the 2025-26 men's and women's basketball teams are now available.

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Davidsmeyer opposes new Illinois gun storage law citing Second Amendment concerns

By West Central Reporter | Jul 28, 2025

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has signed the “Safe Gun Storage Act” into law, introducing new requirements for firearm storage in Illinois.

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Calhoun County collects $116,382 in Countywide Sales Tax in 2024

By West Central Reporter | Jul 27, 2025

In 2024, Calhoun County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous year.

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$268,464 in County Sales Tax collected in 2024 for Pike County

By West Central Reporter | Jul 26, 2025

In 2024, Pike County saw a decrease in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous year.

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Brown County taxpayers give $584,050 in County School Facility Tax in 2024

By West Central Reporter | Jul 25, 2025

In 2024, Brown County saw an increase in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous year.

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Four Western Illinois football players earn Phil Steele preseason all-conference honors

By West Central Reporter | Jul 25, 2025

Western Illinois University's football team has seen four of its players earn spots on the 2025 Phil Steele Preseason All-Big South/OVC Teams.

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Pike County residents pay $701,088 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in 2024

By West Central Reporter | Jul 24, 2025

In 2024, Pike County saw an increase in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous year.

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$72,058 in County Sales Tax collected in 2024 for Scott County

By West Central Reporter | Jul 23, 2025

In 2024, Scott County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous year.

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Calhoun County residents pay $269,707 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in 2024

By West Central Reporter | Jul 22, 2025

In 2024, Calhoun County saw an increase in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous year.

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Western Illinois women's basketball ranks fourth in WBCA Academic Top 25

By West Central Reporter | Jul 22, 2025

Western Illinois University's women's basketball team has achieved a notable academic milestone.

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Davidsmeyer criticizes Governor Pritzker's stance on redistricting and fair maps

By West Central Reporter | Jul 22, 2025

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker addressed the possibility of mid-decade redistricting on Tuesday, commenting on actions by Texas and other Republican states. Gov. Pritzker remarked, “We have to see what they decide to do about Texas… I think we...

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McDonough County residents pay $281,372 in County Sales Tax in 2024

By West Central Reporter | Jul 21, 2025

In 2024, McDonough County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous year.

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Western Illinois volleyball team earns fifth consecutive AVCA academic honor

By West Central Reporter | Jul 21, 2025

Western Illinois University's volleyball team has been recognized with the American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) Team Academic Honor.

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Western Illinois University Women's Tennis team earns ITA academic honors

By West Central Reporter | Jul 21, 2025

The Western Illinois University Women's Tennis team has been recognized by the International Tennis Association (ITA) for their academic achievements during the 2024-25 season.