April, 2024 Stories | West Central Reporter

2021-22 School Year: Average school administrator earns 98.3% more than teachers in West Prairie Community Unit School District 103

By West Central Reporter | Apr 24, 2024

The average school administrator’s salary in West Prairie Community Unit School District 103 was $84,631 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $42,671, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Arnie Grunert sets WIU record and earns OVC male athlete honor

By West Central Reporter | Apr 24, 2024

Breaking school records is not new for Western Illinois pole vaulter Arnie Grunert. At the recent Iowa Musco Twilight, Grunert made a significant impression on Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) track and field followers and NCAA Division I fans by setting another record for Western Illinois University (WIU).

Pike County taxpayers give $62,072 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in January

By West Central Reporter | Apr 23, 2024

In January, Pike County saw a decrease in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Greene County ranks 79th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during January

By West Central Reporter | Apr 23, 2024

Greene County residents paid $123,972 in sales taxes, ranking 79th in total sales taxes paid per county in January.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Cass County in week ending Apr. 20?

By West Central Reporter | Apr 23, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Cass County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

How many lawyers in good standing were practicing law in cities within Scott County as of March?

By West Central Reporter | Apr 23, 2024

Cities within Scott County recorded three lawyers in good standing to practice law as of March.

Cheapest diesel in cities across Hancock County in week ending Apr. 20

By West Central Reporter | Apr 23, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Hancock County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

Enrollment Analysis: White students comprised 95.5% of Greene County County’s student body in 2021-22 school year

By West Central Reporter | Apr 23, 2024

In Greene County County schools, 1,635 white students were enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

How much more does an administrator earn than teachers in Beardstown Community Unit School District 15 in 2021-22 school year?

By West Central Reporter | Apr 23, 2024

The average school administrator’s salary in Beardstown Community Unit School District 15 was $85,677 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $48,529, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Morgan County in week ending Apr. 20?

By West Central Reporter | Apr 23, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Morgan County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

McClure Passes Legislation to Protect Abused Children & Let Them Stay in Their Schools

By West Central Reporter | Apr 23, 2024

The Illinois Senate has recently taken a significant step towards protecting abused children and ensuring they can remain in their familiar school environments. State Senator Steve McClure, the proponent of the legislation, emphasized the importance of this move to provide stability for vulnerable children.Senator McClure expressed, "Abused children who have been removed from their home have already suffered enough, they shouldn’t be pulled from their school and their friends and dropped into a strange environment."The legislation, known as Senate Bill 2824, addresses...

University of Illinois defeats Western Illinois baseball team 12-1

By West Central Reporter | Apr 23, 2024

The Western Illinois baseball team faced a challenging game against the University of Illinois, resulting in a 12-1 defeat on Tuesday night.

Western Illinois men's golf team finishes season at OVC Championship

By West Central Reporter | Apr 23, 2024

The Western Illinois men's golf team concluded their season by participating in the Ohio Valley Conference Championship, where they secured an 8th place finish. The team's performance improved during the final round, allowing them to ascend the leaderboard.

Western Illinois University prepares for competition at Drake Relays

By West Central Reporter | Apr 23, 2024

Western Illinois University's men's and women's outdoor track and field teams are set to compete in the prestigious Drake Relays this week. The events, taking place from Wednesday to Saturday, will see Leatherneck athletes participating in 16 entries for women and 12 for men.

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News from April 2024

2021-22 School Year: Average school administrator earns 98.3% more than teachers in West Prairie Community Unit School District 103

Arnie Grunert sets WIU record and earns OVC male athlete honor

Pike County taxpayers give $62,072 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in January

Greene County ranks 79th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during January

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Cass County in week ending Apr. 20?

How many lawyers in good standing were practicing law in cities within Scott County as of March?

Cheapest diesel in cities across Hancock County in week ending Apr. 20

Enrollment Analysis: White students comprised 95.5% of Greene County County’s student body in 2021-22 school year

How much more does an administrator earn than teachers in Beardstown Community Unit School District 15 in 2021-22 school year?

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Morgan County in week ending Apr. 20?

McClure Passes Legislation to Protect Abused Children & Let Them Stay in Their Schools

University of Illinois defeats Western Illinois baseball team 12-1

Western Illinois men's golf team finishes season at OVC Championship

Western Illinois University prepares for competition at Drake Relays

Pike County collects $124,738 in County School Facility Tax in January

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Hancock County in week ending Apr. 20?

How many lawyers were granted admission to practice law in cities within Calhoun County in March?

How many lawyers were granted admission to practice law in cities within Brown County in March?

Pike County residents pay $26,647 in County Sales Tax in January

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Morgan County in week ending Apr. 20?

How many lawyers were granted admission to practice law in cities within Brown County in Q1?

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