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Hancock County Education: 2,568 white students were enrolled in districts in 2021-22 school year

By West Central Reporter | May 22, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 93.3% of students enrolled in Hancock County school districts identified as white.

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Brown County Jail: has housed '0' inmates in the jail in the time period since July 1, 2021

By West Central Reporter | May 22, 2024

Brown County Jail officials have not housed an illegal alien in the jail in the time period since July 1, 2021.

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Greene County in week ending May 18

By West Central Reporter | May 22, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Greene County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 18, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Calhoun County had 3 lawyers in good standing in April

By West Central Reporter | May 22, 2024

Cities within Calhoun County recorded three lawyers in good standing to practice law as of April.

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Brown County had 3 lawyers in good standing in April

By West Central Reporter | May 22, 2024

There were three lawyers in good standing in cities within Brown County as of April.

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Arnie Grunert qualifies for NCAA Championship with record-breaking pole vault

By West Central Reporter | May 22, 2024

Western Illinois University's pole vaulter, Arnie Grunert, achieved a significant milestone on Wednesday night by qualifying for the NCAA National Meet in Eugene, Oregon, scheduled for June 5. The sophomore not only set a new school record but also became the first male athlete from WIU to qualify for the NCAA Outdoor Championships in pole vaulting.

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Rep. Davidsmeyer discusses state budget and legislation on WMAY radio

By West Central Reporter | May 22, 2024

On May 22, 2024, Representative C.D. Davidsmeyer appeared on WMAY radio as a guest of Patrick Pfingsten to discuss the General Assembly and current state affairs. Topics covered included the budget, tax increase proposals, and Davidsmeyer's legislation aimed at ending taxpayer-funded health insurance for illegal immigrants.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Pike County in week ending May 18?

By West Central Reporter | May 22, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Pike County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 18, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Hancock County in week ending May 18?

By West Central Reporter | May 21, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Hancock County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 18, according to GasBuddy.com.

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$347,008 in County School Facility Tax collected in February for Morgan County

By West Central Reporter | May 21, 2024

In February, Morgan County saw a decrease in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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

By West Central Reporter | May 21, 2024

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

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Schuyler County: Cities registered 5 lawyers in good standing as of April

By West Central Reporter | May 21, 2024

There were five lawyers in good standing in cities within Schuyler County as of April.

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5 lawyers in good standing in cities within Pike County as of April

By West Central Reporter | May 21, 2024

Cities within Pike County recorded five lawyers in good standing to practice law as of April.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Greene County in week ending May 18?

By West Central Reporter | May 21, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Greene County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 18, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Western Illinois athletes aim for NCAA Championships qualification

By West Central Reporter | May 21, 2024

For four athletes from Western Illinois University, the track and field season continues as they head to the NCAA West Region First Round in Fayetteville, Arkansas. These athletes are among those who ranked in the top 48 of their respective events, earning them a chance to compete further. The top 12 times or marks, along with the best 12 relay teams from both East and West First Rounds, will qualify for the NCAA Championships in Eugene, Oregon next week.

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Western Illinois seniors earn all-conference baseball honors

By West Central Reporter | May 21, 2024

Western Illinois University baseball seniors J.R. Heavilin and Caden Kratz have been recognized for their performances in the Ohio Valley Conference (OVC).

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Illinois State House District 100 candidate: 'Passed a bill out of committee to ensure that drivers are taught to recognize hazardous materials placards, making sure that they are extra careful around...

By West Central Reporter | May 21, 2024

Illinois State House District 100 candidate, C.D. Davidsmeyer, recently stated, "Passed a bill out of committee to ensure that drivers are taught to recognize hazardous materials placards, making sure that they are extra careful around these vehicles." Davidsmeyer, who is currently campaigning for re-election, expressed his gratitude towards Sen. Steve McClure "for his work bringing this forward in the Senate, following a terrible accident that occurred in Teutopolis."

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Morgan County in week ending May 18?

By West Central Reporter | May 20, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Morgan County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 18, according to GasBuddy.com.

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McDonough County Board ESDA & Claims Committee met April 17

By Philip Gonzales | May 20, 2024

McDonough County Board ESDA & Claims Committee met Wednesday, April 17

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McDonough County Board met April 17

By Philip Gonzales | May 20, 2024

McDonough County Board met Wednesday, April 17