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News from July 2018

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How much has Taylorville CUSD 3 overspent over the past 10 years?

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 27, 2018

Taylorville Community Unit School District 3 accumulated $7.44 million in debt between fiscal years 2008 and 2017, according to a South Central Reporter analysis of public schools data.

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Wilhour calls for end to compounding cost-of-living-adjustments for state's retirees

By Carrie Bradon | Jul 26, 2018

Blaine Wilhour, Republican candidate for the 107th House District, believes that the only way out of the state's pension crisis requires discipline and follow-through from the Illinois government.

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How much has Panhandle CUSD 2 overspent over the past 10 years?

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 26, 2018

Panhandle Community Unit School District 2 accumulated $1.44 million in debt between fiscal years 2008 and 2017, according to a South Central Reporter analysis of public schools data.

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Q1 real estate sales report: Dorchester

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 26, 2018

Median prices declined in Dorchester over last year, and are down 66.7 percent over 10 years, adjusted for inflation, according to first quarter sales data collected by BlockShopper.com

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How much has Pana CUSD 8 overspent over the past 10 years?

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 26, 2018

Pana Community Unit School District 8 accumulated $8.94 million in debt between fiscal years 2008 and 2017, according to a South Central Reporter analysis of public schools data.

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Okawville FPD responds to 19 fires in 2017

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 25, 2018

Okawville Fire Protection District responded to 23 calls in 2017 - 76.9 percent more than the previous year, according to data from the National Fire Incident Reporting System.

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Q1 real estate sales report: Palmyra

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 25, 2018

Median prices declined in Palmyra over last year, and are down 69.8 percent over 10 years, adjusted for inflation, according to first quarter sales data collected by BlockShopper.com

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Arthur G. and Gail M. Ebeling acquire 805 Kimball St., Hillsboro

By South Central Reporter | Jul 25, 2018

On July 25, Arthur G. and Gail M. Ebeling purchased a home at 805 Kimball St., Hillsboro from Leon G. Nelson for $78,000.

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12 fire agencies in South Central Illinois receive fire safety funds

By LGIS Newsfeed | Jul 25, 2018

The Beckemeyer-Wade Township Fire Protection District was among 12 firefighting agencies in South Central Illinois to receive state grants this week for safety equipment.

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McMillan beats Manar in small-dollar donations last quarter

By Glenn Minnis | Jul 24, 2018

Republican Senate candidate Seth McMillan is proud of the support he’s getting from the 48th District.

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Q1 real estate sales report: Girard

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 24, 2018

Median prices declined in Girard over last year, and are down 8.4 percent over 10 years, adjusted for inflation, according to first quarter sales data collected by BlockShopper.com

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Nashville CFPD responds to 50 fires in 2017

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 24, 2018

Nashville Central Fire Protection District responded to 55 calls in 2017 - 25 percent more than the previous year, according to data from the National Fire Incident Reporting System.

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Hoyleton FPD responds to 12 fires in 2017

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 23, 2018

Hoyleton Fire Protection District responded to 16 calls in 2017 - 6.7 percent more than the previous year, according to data from the National Fire Incident Reporting System.

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Q1 real estate sales report: Benld

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 23, 2018

Median prices declined in Benld over last year, and are down 55 percent over 10 years, adjusted for inflation, according to first quarter sales data collected by BlockShopper.com

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Q1 real estate sales report: Sawyerville

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 22, 2018

Median prices declined in Sawyerville over last year, and are down 75 percent over 10 years, adjusted for inflation, according to first quarter sales data collected by BlockShopper.com

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Ashley FPD responds to 14 fires in 2017

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 22, 2018

Ashley Fire Protection District responded to 15 calls in 2017 - 16.7 percent less than the previous year, according to data from the National Fire Incident Reporting System.

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Q1 real estate sales report: Shipman

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 21, 2018

Median prices rose in Shipman over last year, and are up 76.8 percent over 10 years, adjusted for inflation, according to first quarter sales data collected by BlockShopper.com

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Witt VFD Inc responds to 14 fires in 2017

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 21, 2018

Witt Volunteer Fire Department Inc responded to 20 calls in 2017 - 33.3 percent more than the previous year, according to data from the National Fire Incident Reporting System.

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Christian, Fayette, Washington counties pass gun rights resolution

By Wadi Reformado | Jul 20, 2018

Christian, Fayette, Washington, Bond, and Marion 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).

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Q1 real estate sales report: Wilsonville

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 20, 2018

Median prices declined in Wilsonville over last year, and are up 400.2 percent over 10 years, adjusted for inflation, according to first quarter sales data collected by BlockShopper.com