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Analysis: Waverly Community Unit School District 6 administrators rank 812th in state for average pay in 2022

By West Central Reporter | Apr 13, 2024

Administrators in Waverly Community Unit School District 6 earn an average of $81,667 per year, ranking 812th in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Western Illinois tennis team ends regular season with mixed results

By West Central Reporter | Apr 13, 2024

The Western Illinois women's tennis team concluded its regular season with two matches over the weekend. On Friday, they faced Lindenwood in Macomb, followed by a match against SIUE in Edwardsville on Saturday.

Western Illinois University prepares for OVC golf tournament in Mississippi

By West Central Reporter | Apr 13, 2024

Western Illinois University's women's golf team is preparing to compete in the Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) Tournament from April 14-16. The tournament will be held at the Tunica National Golf Course in Tunica, Mississippi, a par 72 course spanning between 6,167 and 6,196 yards.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Cass County in week ending Apr. 6?

By West Central Reporter | Apr 13, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Cass County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central Township of Cincinnati: Precinct Cincinnati 1

By West Central Reporter | Apr 13, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a West Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 11 voters in Central Township of Cincinnati: Precinct Cincinnati 1 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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West Central Reporter area weekly mass times

By West Central Reporter | Apr 13, 2024

The following parishes in the West Central Reporter coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central Township of Pleasant Hill: Precinct Pleasant Hill 1

By West Central Reporter | Apr 13, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a West Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 462 voters in Central Township of Pleasant Hill: Precinct Pleasant Hill 1 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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How did Central Township of Newburg: Precinct Newburg 1 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By West Central Reporter | Apr 13, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a West Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 448 voters in Central Township of Newburg: Precinct Newburg 1 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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How did Central Township of Hardin: Precinct Hardin 1 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By West Central Reporter | Apr 12, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a West Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 106 voters in Central Township of Hardin: Precinct Hardin 1 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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$270,432 in County School Facility Tax collected in January for McDonough County

By West Central Reporter | Apr 12, 2024

In January, McDonough County saw an increase in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Greene County in week ending Apr. 6?

By West Central Reporter | Apr 12, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Greene County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Senator McClure Passes Legislation to Require Notification of Pesticides in Cities and Towns

By West Central Reporter | Apr 12, 2024

Illinois State Senator Steve McClure has successfully pushed through legislation that mandates the notification of pesticide applications in cities and towns to keep residents informed. The bill, Senate Bill 3342, requires applicators to provide public notice before spraying pesticides in public areas within municipalities, ensuring that residents living within 200 feet of the affected area are informed.Senator McClure emphasized the importance of this legislation, stating, “This will allow people to know when pesticides are being sprayed in public areas near their home,...

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Cheapest diesel in cities across Cass County in week ending Apr. 6

By West Central Reporter | Apr 12, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Cass County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

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The Justin Beaton Case: Fact vs Fiction in Media Reporting

By Jasmine Maxwell, JBCHP Staff | Apr 12, 2024

In the age of digital media, sensational news stories can spread like wildfire. The Justin Beaton case is a prime example of how fact and fiction can become blurred in media reporting.

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2022: A-C Central Community Unit School District 262 administrators rank 810th in state for average pay

By West Central Reporter | Apr 12, 2024

Administrators in A-C Central Community Unit School District 262 earn an average of $81,822 per year, ranking 810th in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Greene County residents pay $11,121 in County Sales Tax in January

By West Central Reporter | Apr 12, 2024

In January, Greene County saw a decrease in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Western Illinois track teams gear up for SIUE Cougar Classic after strong season start

By West Central Reporter | Apr 12, 2024

The Western Illinois men's and women's track and field teams are set to compete in the Cougar Classic at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) this Saturday. The event will see field events commencing at 11 a.m., followed by track events at noon.

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How much more does an administrator earn than teachers in Scott-Morgan Consolidated Unit School District 2 in 2021-22 school year?

By West Central Reporter | Apr 12, 2024

The average school administrator’s salary in Scott-Morgan Consolidated Unit School District 2 was $96,051 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $42,339, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Cass County in week ending Apr. 6?

By West Central Reporter | Apr 12, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Cass County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Who voted in Central W Township of Kinderhook: Precinct Kinderhook 2 during 2020 Presidential Election?

By West Central Reporter | Apr 12, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a West Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 201 voters in Central W Township of Kinderhook: Precinct Kinderhook 2 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.