West Central Reporter

How much has Winchester CUSD 1 overspent over the past 10 years?

By Local Labs News Service | Aug 10, 2018

Winchester Community Unit School District 1 accumulated $3.17 million in debt between fiscal years 2008 and 2017, according to a West Central Reporter analysis of public schools data.

FRANKLIN PARK FIREFIGHTERS PENSION FUND: Back to School Shopping 2018

By Press release submission | Aug 10, 2018

ATTENTION ALL MEMBERS: Back to school shopping will take place this Monday, August 6th!!!

ADVOCATE HEALTH CARE: Summer bummers: Avoid these 3 bugs this summer

By Press release submission | Aug 10, 2018

It’s still summertime, and with the beautiful weather and time spent outdoors, there are some bugs to be cautious of.

From Prairie State Wire

Moving survey shows outmigration up in Illinois

By Robert Hadley | 6 years ago

Illinois ranks fourth nationwide in terms of outmigration, according to recent data from Stevens Worldwide Van Lines.

Mark L. and Julie K. Schmudlach sell 39 Wabash Ave., Carthage

By West Central Reporter | Aug 9, 2018

On Aug. 9, 2018, Eliseo and Ashhley Xolio purchased a home at 39 Wabash Ave., Carthage from Mark L. and Julie K. Schmudlach for $125,000.

Mr John's School of Cosmetology & Nails-Jacksonville enrolls 15 undergrads

By Local Labs News Service | Aug 9, 2018

At Mr John's School of Cosmetology & Nails-Jacksonville, 73 percent of undergraduate students are traditional students - age 24 or younger - and 93 percent are female, according to the latest disclosure from the U.S. Department of Education.

1465 County Road 800, Hamilton unloaded by Samuel A. and Teresa Newlon

By West Central Reporter | Aug 9, 2018

The home at 1465 County Road 800, Hamilton was sold on Aug. 9, 2018 by Samuel A. and Teresa Newlon for $136,000. The buyers were William A. and Deborah S. Taylor.

How much has Western CUSD 12 overspent over the past 10 years?

By Local Labs News Service | Aug 9, 2018

Western Community Unit School District 12 accumulated $5.65 million in debt between fiscal years 2008 and 2017, according to a West Central Reporter analysis of public schools data.

ADVOCATE HEALTH CARE: Considering going low carb?

By Press release submission | Aug 9, 2018

When you decide to go on a diet, what are the first food groups you think about cutting out or limiting?

55 percent of applicants to Illinois College were admitted for fall 2017

By Local Labs News Service | Aug 8, 2018

At Illinois College, 98 percent of undergraduate students are traditional students - age 24 or younger - and 51 percent are female, according to the latest disclosure from the U.S. Department of Education.

How much has Waverly CUSD 6 overspent over the past 10 years?

By Local Labs News Service | Aug 8, 2018

Waverly Community Unit School District 6 accumulated $1.87 million in debt between fiscal years 2008 and 2017, according to a West Central Reporter analysis of public schools data.

How much has Warsaw CUSD 316 overspent over the past 10 years?

By Local Labs News Service | Aug 7, 2018

Warsaw Community Unit School District 316 accumulated $3.49 million in debt between fiscal years 2008 and 2017, according to a West Central Reporter analysis of public schools data.

Hamilton home prices rose in July 2018

By West Central Reporter | Aug 7, 2018

The median sale price of a home sold in July 2018 in Hamilton rose by $4,500 while total sales increased by 33.3%.

Dallas City median home prices fell by 69.2% in July 2018

By West Central Reporter | Aug 7, 2018

The median sale price of a home sold in July 2018 in Dallas City fell by $55,375 while total sales remained unchanged with two homes sold.

July 2018: Home prices in Carthage increased

By West Central Reporter | Aug 7, 2018

The median sale price of a home sold in July 2018 in Carthage rose by $12,250 while total sales increased by 33.3%.

How did home prices perform in La Harpe during July 2018?

By West Central Reporter | Aug 7, 2018

The median sale price of a home sold in July 2018 in La Harpe fell by $6,175 while total sales decreased by 60%.

60 percent of applicants to Western Illinois University were admitted for fall 2017

By Local Labs News Service | Aug 7, 2018

At Western Illinois University, 86 percent of undergraduate students are traditional students - age 24 or younger - and 51 percent are female, according to the latest disclosure from the U.S. Department of Education.

Which U.S. schools receive the most state student aid?

By Local Labs News Service | Aug 7, 2018

Western Illinois University was among U.S. schools that reported receiving the most state financial aid during the 2017-18 academic year, according to a Higher Education Tribune analysis of federal data.

60 percent of applicants to MacMurray College were admitted for fall 2017

By Local Labs News Service | Aug 6, 2018

At MacMurray College, 91 percent of undergraduate students are traditional students - age 24 or younger - and 55 percent are female, according to the latest disclosure from the U.S. Department of Education.

223 Scofield St., Carthage unloaded by Dustin Reed

By West Central Reporter | Aug 6, 2018

The home at 223 Scofield St., Carthage was sold on Aug. 6, 2018 by Dustin Reed for $52,000. The buyer was Jordan Brooks.