West Central Reporter

McDONOUGH DISTRICT HOSPITAL: MDH Works with the U of I College of Medicine

By Press release submission | Jul 21, 2018

For the second consecutive year, McDonough District Hospital participated in the Rural Student Physician Program (RSPP) through the University Of Illinois College of Medicine.

MACOMB AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Get those Member Surveys completed

By Press release submission | Jul 21, 2018

CHAMBER MEMBERS: If you haven't already, don't forget to complete the Member Survey by July 22!!

PIKE COUNTY: Illinois 106 bridge load limit at Florence changed

By Press release submission | Jul 21, 2018

The Illinois Department of Transportation announces that as a result of a recent load rating evaluation, the Bureau of Bridges and Structures has changed load limits for the Illinois 106 bridge over the Illinois River at Florence.

City of Jacksonville Firemen's Pension Fund Board of Trustees met July 12.

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Jul 21, 2018

City of Jacksonville Firemen's Pension Fund Board of Trustees met Thursday, July 12.

Jacksonville Public Library Board of Trustees met June 11.

By Lhalie Castillo | Jul 20, 2018

Jacksonville Public Library Board of Trustees met Monday, June 11.

Jacksonville City Council met June 25.

By Lhalie Castillo | Jul 20, 2018

Jacksonville City Council met Monday, June 25.

City of Dallas Center City Council met May 30.

By Lhalie Castillo | Jul 20, 2018

City of Dallas Center City Council met Wednesday, May 30.

City of Dallas Center City Council met June 13.

By Lhalie Castillo | Jul 20, 2018

City of Dallas Center City Council met Wednesday, June 13.

City of Dallas Center City Council met June 27.

By Lhalie Castillo | Jul 20, 2018

City of Dallas Center City Council met Wednesday, June 27.

Brown, Greene counties pass gun rights resolution

By Wadi Reformado | Jul 20, 2018

Brown and Greene counties are among 40 counties statewide that passed or are considering a resolution declaring themselves “Sanctuary Counties for Gun Owners,” according to the Illinois State Rifle Association (ISRA).

Pleasant Hill FPD responds to 36 fires in 2017

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 20, 2018

Pleasant Hill Fire Protection District responded to 37 calls in 2017 - 27.6 percent more than the previous year, according to data from the National Fire Incident Reporting System.

Robert A. and Gibson Sara N. Matos buy 345 Park Drive, Hamilton

By West Central Reporter | Jul 20, 2018

On July 20, 2018, Robert A. and Gibson Sara N. Matos purchased a home at 345 Park Drive, Hamilton from John P. and Carolyn S. Holcomb for $190,000.

From Illinois Business Daily

Northwestern University tops in Illinois for men's athletic student aid

By Illinois Business Daily | 6 years ago

Northwestern University spends $45,311 per player on student aid for its men’s team athletes -- the highest rate among Illinois colleges -- according to an Illinois Business Daily analysis of U.S. Department of Education data.

5 Dania Drive, Hamilton acquired by McCredie Jordan Harvey Andrew &

By West Central Reporter | Jul 19, 2018

On July 19, 2018, McCredie Jordan Harvey Andrew & purchased a home at 5 Dania Drive, Hamilton from Michael and Michelle J. Howes for $87,000.

Pittsfield City FD responds to 20 fires in 2017

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 19, 2018

Pittsfield City Fire Department responded to 25 calls in 2017 - 28.6 percent less than the previous year, according to data from the National Fire Incident Reporting System.

From Prairie State Wire

Election board deadlocks on what to do about Mautino

By Aaron Crider | 6 years ago

Despite an ongoing federal investigation, the Illinois State Board of Elections is having a difficult time deciding whether or not the state’s auditor general is guilty of corruption.

35 Second St., Carthage purchased by Robert Dooley

By West Central Reporter | Jul 18, 2018

On July 18, 2018, Robert Dooley purchased a home at 35 Second St., Carthage from Neil-Baumgartner Michelle for $60,000.

North Pike FPD responds to four fires in 2017

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 18, 2018

North Pike Fire Protection District responded to four calls in 2017 - 71.4 percent less than the previous year, according to data from the National Fire Incident Reporting System.

New Canton FPD responds to 11 fires in 2017

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 17, 2018

New Canton Fire Protection District responded to 12 calls in 2017 - 7.7 percent less than the previous year, according to data from the National Fire Incident Reporting System.

New Illinois 104 bridge at Meredosia open, but historic group calls for old bridge preservation

By Karen Kidd | Jul 16, 2018

The new $86.2 million bridge on Illinois Route 104 over the Illinois River at Meredosia now has been officially opened to traffic for about a month, following an official ceremony in June.