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Senator Harriss sponsors law updating America’s Central Port District operations

By Metro East Sun | Aug 18, 2025

Legislation aimed at updating the operations of America’s Central Port District has been signed into law.

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Mike Bost highlights community engagement during One Big, Beautiful Bill Tour

By Metro East Sun | Aug 17, 2025

Rep. Mike Bost used social media posts dated August 16-17, 2025, to detail recent meetings with local officials and business owners during his One Big, Beautiful Bill Tour across Illinois’ communities such as Crawford County and Oblong

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Rep. Mike Bost highlights local outreach during 'One Big, Beautiful Bill Tour' in recent tweets

By Metro East Sun | Aug 17, 2025

Rep. Mike Bost shared details from his recent "One Big, Beautiful Bill Tour" via social media posts dated August 16 and August 17, focusing on collaboration with local officials and business visits in Illinois's Crawford County and Oblong.

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Madison County Republicans vice chair: Redistricting effort 'reflects a troubling trend in Illinois politics'

By Metro East Sun | Aug 15, 2025

Jennifer Korte, Vice Chairman of Madison County Republicans, expressed criticism towards Illinois Democrats, stating that "playing political games clearly matters more than actually listening to constituents."

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Mike Bost highlights VA achievements and community support efforts

By Metro East Sun | Aug 15, 2025

U.S. Representative Mike Bost shared updates on veterans' benefits processing records and local community service efforts through several posts between August 13-15, 2025.

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Schmidt backs legislation aiming to address rising energy costs in Illinois

By Metro East Sun | Aug 15, 2025

Energy policies in Illinois have been a topic of debate, with some officials raising concerns about their impact on residents and businesses.

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Mike Bost highlights VA milestones and community visits in latest posts

By Metro East Sun | Aug 15, 2025

Rep. Mike Bost shared updates between August 13–15, highlighting record-breaking VA claim processing numbers and his visit to an Effingham homeowner benefiting from local services programs.

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Madison County: Government transfers accounted for 21.6% of income in 2022, up from 7.7% in 1970

By Metro East Sun | Aug 15, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 21.6% of income in Madison County, a 13.9% surge from 7.7% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.

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Sen. Plummer on job growth: 'The private sector is dying in Illinois'

By Metro East Sun | Aug 14, 2025

State Senator Jason Plummer of Illinois has expressed concerns over what he describes as burdensome taxes and political mismanagement, which he believes are hindering private sector growth while the state focuses on expanding government.

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Bost addresses postal facility audit revealing delivery delays impacting Southern Illinois

By Metro East Sun | Aug 14, 2025

U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) responded to the findings of an audit conducted by the U.S. Postal Service Office of the Inspector General on the St. Louis and Hazelton, Missouri, processing and distribution facilities that serve Southern...

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FOIA request sent to Jersey County Sheriff Department regarding job applications on August 14, 2025

By Metro East Sun | Aug 14, 2025

FOIA Request to Jersey County Sheriff Department regarding the number of job applications and tracking on August 14, 2025.

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Rep. Mike Bost launches Southern Illinois tour promoting “One Big, Beautiful Bill

By Metro East Sun | Aug 13, 2025

Rep. Mike Bost began a tour through Southern Illinois to highlight “One Big, Beautiful Bill,” signed into law by President Trump on Independence Day in July.

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Mike Bost highlights “One Big, Beautiful Bill” during Southern Illinois tour

By Metro East Sun | Aug 13, 2025

Rep. Mike Bost began a regional tour promoting the “One Big, Beautiful Bill,” newly signed by President Trump and aimed at supporting local communities in Southern Illinois.

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Schmidt visits libraries, local leaders during busy week in 114th District

By Metro East Sun | Aug 13, 2025

This week, Illinois State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Cahokia) visited several locations in the 114th District.

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Amy Elik joins regional leaders for economic development summit in Metro East

By Metro East Sun | Aug 12, 2025

State Representative Amy Elik participated in the Southwest Illinois Economic Development Leadership Summit, which took place at a World Wide Technology warehouse in the Metro East area.

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Rep. Kevin Schmidt schedules Coffee Talk event for New Athens on August 12

By Metro East Sun | Aug 11, 2025

State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt) will host a Coffee Talk event in New Athens alongside State Representative David Friees (R-Red Bud).

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Schmidt visits Kuna Foodservice in Dupo to learn about local business expansion

By Metro East Sun | Aug 8, 2025

Illinois State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Cahokia) recently visited Kuna Foodservice in Dupo to learn more about the company's operations and its recent growth.

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Gov. Pritzker signs Rep. Kevin Schmidt’s HB57 into law; local updates shared

By Metro East Sun | Aug 8, 2025

State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt) released a statement following the signing of House Bill 57 by Governor J.B. Pritzker.

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Sen. Plummer: Families fleeing Illinois due to 'high taxes, busted budgets, corruption and unaccountable government'

By Metro East Sun | Aug 6, 2025

Jason Plummer, State Senator of Illinois, has expressed concerns about the state's declining population and revenue, attributing these issues to high taxes and policy failures.

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Schmidt shares results from 2025 legislative survey of Illinois’ 114th District

By Metro East Sun | Aug 6, 2025

Illinois State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Cahokia) has reported results from his 2025 Legislative Survey, which gathered feedback from constituents in the 114th District.