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Pritzker's property tax scandal 'leaves the whole state with a black eye,' says Sen. Plummer

By Glenn Minnis | 5 years ago

Illinois State Sen. Jason Plummer (R-Edwardsville) says Illinois’ reputation will continue to suffer as long as we have news like Gov. J.B. Pritzker being under federal investigation for an alleged tax scheme.

For first-year Rep. Wilhour, Pritzker investigation in line with state's 'rich heritage of corruption'

By Glenn Minnis | Apr 30, 2019

First-year state Rep. Blaine Wilhour (R-Beecher City) finds Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker to be a total hypocrite.

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Local governments and taxpayers may pay the price for Pritzker's alleged fraud, says Rep. Meier

By Glenn Minnis | 5 years ago

Illinois State Rep. Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) sees the list of potential victims in the property tax scandal now dogging Gov. J.B. Pritzker as being endless.

ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 108: Meier Co-Hosts Town Hall Meeting in O’Fallon with Sen. Plummer

By Press release submission | Apr 30, 2019

Rep. Meier co-hosted another Town Hall Meeting with Senator Plummer last week.

ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 115: Rep. Terri Bryant Reappointed to Illinois Clean Coal Review Board

By Press release submission | Apr 30, 2019

State Representative Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro) announced this week her reappointment by House Republican Leader Jim Durkin to the Illinois Clean Coal Review Board.

North Mac Intermediate scores 28.6% ELA proficiency, 22% on math in 2018

By Local Labs News Service | Apr 30, 2019

Of the 288 students attending North Mac Intermediate in 2018, 28.6 percent scored proficient in English Language Arts and 22 percent were proficient in math, according to a report recently released by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).

Scott J. and Ann M. Deiters sell 151 Louis St., Beckemeyer

By South Central Reporter | Apr 30, 2019

On April 30, 2019, Scott J. and Ann M. Deiters sold their commercial property at 151 Louis St., Beckemeyer to Outdoor Creations Landscapes care of : LLC for $115,000.

Dawn April care of : Day buys 1051 Street Clair St., Carlyle

By South Central Reporter | Apr 30, 2019

On April 30, 2019, Kyle R Jackson sold their home at 1051 Street Clair St., Carlyle to Dawn April care of : Day for $132,000.

Joan C Gaffner unloads 610 N. Main St., Breese

By South Central Reporter | Apr 30, 2019

On April 30, 2019, Steven C Stone and Laura G. care of : purchased a home at 610 N. Main St., Breese from Joan C Gaffner for $147,000.

Phillip R. Hamil and R care of : Lisa acquire 397 Eagle Drive, Aviston

By South Central Reporter | Apr 29, 2019

On April 29, 2019, Croy Stacie N. and Jonathan B. Le sold their home at 397 Eagle Drive, Aviston to Phillip R. Hamil and R care of : Lisa for $163,000.

North Elementary School scores 53.5% ELA proficiency, 53.5% on math in 2018

By Local Labs News Service | Apr 29, 2019

Of the 327 students attending North Elementary School in 2018, 53.5 percent scored proficient in English Language Arts and 53.5 percent were proficient in math, according to a report recently released by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).

Nokomis Junior/Senior High School scores 55.4% ELA proficiency, 35.9% on math in 2018

By Local Labs News Service | Apr 28, 2019

Of the 304 students attending Nokomis Junior/Senior High School in 2018, 55.4 percent scored proficient in English Language Arts and 35.9 percent were proficient in math, according to a report recently released by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).

CITY OF LITCHFIELD: Bid Notice for Replacing Blacktop with Cement

By Press release submission | Apr 28, 2019

The City of Litchfield, Illinois will be accepting written quotes for a concrete pad at the Litchfield's Wastewater Treatment Facility first flush lagoon apron.

CITY OF LITCHFIELD: Bid Notice - Replace Geo-Membrane Fabric

By Press release submission | Apr 28, 2019

The City of Litchfield, Illinois is requesting written quotes for replacing the Geo- membrane fabric at the Wastewater Treatment Facility first flush lagoon.

CITY OF CARLYLE: Sports Complex Public Forum

By Press release submission | Apr 28, 2019

We will be hosting another public forum regarding the potential sports complex project. This meeting is about an alternative proposal for the complex on the west end of town on Old State Road.

CITY OF BREESE: Closings of Fred's Stores Breese is not on the list

By Press release submission | Apr 28, 2019

Fred’s is closing 159 stores across the United States.

HSHS HOLY FAMILY HOSPITAL: Thrift Shop Fire

By Press release submission | Apr 28, 2019

Early this morning, HSHS Holy Family Hospital was alerted to a fire at the Thrift Shop located at 700 S. 4th Street managed by the hospital auxiliary.

Annual report: Which school districts in Illinois are in the worst financial shape?

By Local Labs News Service | Apr 28, 2019

Centralia High School District 200, Wesclin Community Unit School District 3 and Breese Elementary School District 12 are area districts listed among those that received the lowest financial ratings in Illinois by the Illinois StateBoard of Education (ISB

Nashville Grade School scores 32.5% ELA proficiency, 23.6% on math in 2018

By Local Labs News Service | Apr 27, 2019

Of the 562 students attending Nashville Grade School in 2018, 32.5 percent scored proficient in English Language Arts and 23.6 percent were proficient in math, according to a report recently released by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).

City of Carlyle Finance Committee met April 22

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 26, 2019

City of Carlyle Finance Committee met Monday, April 22.