West Central Reporter

Since the state Supreme Court ruled voter referendums can't be used to place measures on the ballot, Republican Gov. Bruce Rauner has called for state lawmakers to take action to restore redistricting to the November ballot and to also put term limits up for a vote.

4.94 percent of people in Okawville receive food stamps.

According to an analysis of the federal program by the West Central Reporter, 4.94 percent of people in Okawville were receiving food stamps as of April 30.

5.18 percent of people in Irvington receive food stamps.

According to an analysis of the federal program by the West Central Reporter, 5.18 percent of people in Irvington were receiving food stamps as of April 30.

1.24 percent of people in Baldwin receive food stamps.

According to an analysis of the federal program by the West Central Reporter, 1.24 percent of people in Baldwin were receiving food stamps as of April 30.

6.38 percent of people in Tamaroa receive food stamps.

According to an analysis of the federal program by the West Central Reporter, 6.38 percent of people in Tamaroa were receiving food stamps as of April 30.

6.85 percent of people in Richview receive food stamps.

According to an analysis of the federal program by the West Central Reporter, 6.85 percent of people in Richview were receiving food stamps as of April 30.

Illinois, Chicago should declare bankruptcy to fix fiscal woes, ex-FDIC chief says

The state of Illinois and the city of Chicago should seek bankruptcy protection to stop the fiscal bleeding and get back untracked, William Isaac, former chairman of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp., said in a recently published opinion piece.

Some say replace social-welfare system with 'basic income' model

With the welfare system falling apart, it may be time to look at the possibility of a basic income for every American, a concept that has been championed by well-known economists and political scientists of the past and present including Milton Friedman, Friedrich Hayek and Charles Murray.

Report questions link between Illinois lawyers and politicians

A new report by a civilian group in Illinois questions the link between lawyers and political leaders in the state.

Nearly 200 attend Auburn's Movie in the Park

The Auburn City Council met Aug. 15 to review participation at the latest Movie in the Park.

Jacksonville library to host 3rd annual Humanities Film Series

The Jacksonville Public Library Board of Trustees met Aug. 8 to discuss a theme and possible films for the upcoming third annual Humanities Film Series.

Jacksonville schools review contract with Maxim Health Services

The Jacksonville School District 117 Board of Education met Aug. 24 to consider a contract with Maxim Health Services.

Greenfield CUSD No. 10 has new school bus

The Greenfield Community Unit School District No. 10 Board of Education met Aug. 15 to take a tour of the new district bus.

Greenfield school board reviews health plans

The Greenfield Community Unit School District No. 10 Board of Education met Aug. 23 to review health insurance plan options.

Southwestern CUSD school board OKs 2017 budget

The Southwestern CUSD No. 9 Board met Tuesday to adopt the 2017 budget.

Godfrey approves solar panels for village, county buildings

The Godfrey Climate Protection and Energy Efficiency Committee met July 5 to approve solar panels for the Village Hall and Madison County Substation.

Southwestern CUSD No. 9 Board reviews high school upgrades

The Southwestern CUSD No. 9 Board met Aug. 16 to review the window and electrical projects at the high school.

Jacksonville's summer reading programs a success

The Jacksonville Public Library Board of Trustees met Aug. 22 to review the Children’s and Adult Summer Reading programs.

Carrollton CUSD 1 Board reviews budget

Carrollton Community Unified School District 1 Board of Education met Monday to receive a budget update.

Pawnee CUSD No. 11 Board considers purchase of drivers' ed vehicle