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East Central Illinois Region

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News coverage from Champaign, Coles, Cumberland, DeWitt, Douglas, Effingham, Fayette, Logan, Macon, McLean, Moultrie, Piatt, and Shelby counties in Illinois.

Nokomis police arrest shoplifting Mattoon

Coles County

Individuals named in Mattoon murder-suicide

MATTOON -- The Mattoon Police Department has confirmed the identities of two individuals involved in a November 10 murder-suicide. According to Police Chief Sam Gaines, 37-year-old Davontye Browder murdered 34-year-old Keisha Seeley before killing himself. The incident occurred at around 9:15 a.m. at 817 N. 34th Street. Gaines confirmed that both Browder and Seeley had a gunshot wound to the head. That analysis was also confirmed by Coles County Coroner Ed Schniers. They were discovered by their 17-year-old daughter, while […]

November 18, 2024 105

Champaign County

DECISION 2024: Champaign County to vote on two local measures

CHAMPAIGN COUNTY -- Voters in Champaign County will soon decide on a ballot measure on November 5 that seeks to double the existing public safety sales tax. The tax, currently set at 0.25%, under the countywide ballot initiative would double the existing tax to 0.50%. This would increase the tax for every $100 spent in the county from $0.25 to $0.50. The tax hike would not be applied to sales of groceries, vehicles, and medical supplies. Supporters of the measure […]

October 29, 2024 53

Flyover Film Studios Illinois Soundstage grant

Champaign County

Champaign County-made Halloween films available to stream

CHAMPAIGN -- On behalf of Flyover Film Studios, the Champaign County Film Office, a part of Experience Champaign-Urbana, is thrilled to showcase locally-made films for audiences to enjoy this Halloween season. “The film scene in the Champaign-Urbana area has long been active, and continues to grow,” explains Mark Brown, Director of Event Services & Film. “The immense talent in our region has led to increased production, economic development, and job creation. By supporting these efforts in the community, we can […]

October 29, 2024 36

East Central Illinois Region

Meridian teachers union puts potential strike on hold, for now

MACON -- A meeting last week between the Meridian Board of Education and its teachers' union in one Illinois town has left one group unhappy. Members have voiced their displeasure with what it views as a lack of urgency in negotiations for better pay and more support. Contracts for the Meridian Federation of Teachers in Macon expired in August. Seventy teachers who are part of the bargaining unit have met with the board only six times since June. Brian Pekovitch, […]

October 28, 2024 108

East Central Illinois Region

Meridian teachers file strike intentions

MACON -- The 2024-25 academic year in the Meridian School District could very well be in flux as teachers and the school board appear unable to reach a new contract agreement. District teachers have been working without a contract for several months and ongoing negotiations with the school board have not been productive, according to the Meridian Federation of Teachers. A press release from the Meridian Federation of Teachers made available to the media reveals that 92% of the voting […]

October 23, 2024 48

East Central Illinois Region

Shelby County Board leadership resign

SHELBYVILLE, IL -- The leadership of the Shelby County Board recently came under question following the resignations of board chairman Robert "Bobby" Orman and vice-chairman Mark Bennett. Orman submitted his resignation to the board on October 10, effective before the October county board meeting. Bennett was not present at the county board meeting, but County Clerk Jessica Fox did submit notice of his resignation on October 16. County Clerk Fox noted that upcoming actions will be up to the board, […]

October 23, 2024 45

East Central Illinois Region

Meridian teachers continue to work without contract

MACON -- Teachers within the Meridian School District have been working without a contract for the past several months. Social media posts published recently have called into question the status of ongoing negotiations between teachers and the district. "As we navigate contract discussions with the (Meridian CUSD #15) Board, we remain committed to working collaboratively to reach an agreement that is satisfactory for both parties," said Meridian Federation of Teachers president Brian Prekovitch in a statement to respond to those […]

September 28, 2024 91

East Central Illinois Region

Ramsey school board approves raises in substitute pay

RAMSEY -- The Ramsey School Board approved increases in pay for substitute teachers during its regular meeting on September 19. The board approved the raise, which now brings the daily rate for substitute teachers to $130. Also approved during the meeting were: Pending an employment history report and background check, Brenna Hayes was hired as a cheerleading coach for the fifth and sixth grades, and Harold Phillips was hired as the high school boys' baseball coach for the 2024-25 academic […]

September 28, 2024 51

Coles County

Charleston Sonic now open

CHARLESTON — The newest restaurant in Charleston, Sonic Drive-in, opened its doors to the public on Tuesday, July 23. The ribbon-cutting ceremony occurred the Monday before the opening, with Charleston Mayor Brandon Combs in attendance. The new restaurant will be operated by Guernsey Holdings, which also operates the recently opened Sonic in Taylorville. “Our team is thrilled to announce our expansion throughout Illinois and even more excited to serve the student body at Eastern Illinois,” said Guernsey Holdings CEO Mike […]

July 26, 2024 69