Metro East Sun

CHS sophomores and juniors will have a chance to check out the programs offered by the Collinsville Area Vocational Center during study halls on Thursday and Friday, November 8 and 9, 2018.

MADISON COUNTY: Madison County generates more than $28,000 from surplus vehicle sale

Madison County generated more than $28,000 in revenue by selling surplus vehicles at a recent auction.

GRANITE CITY COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT 9: Parent Survey Administration

We must provide your input and rely upon it for these very important issues concerning our schools.

CITY OF TROY: Boil Order Notice

When water service is returned, it is recommended to remove the aerators on your faucets and flush your faucets to remove any potential sediment.

CITY OF O'FALLON: Named a Purple Heart Community

At the November 5, 2018 City Council Meeting, O’Fallon was named a “Purple Heart Community.” O’Fallon was proclaimed a Purple Heart Community in appreciation for the sacrifice of Purple Heart recipients in defending our freedoms, to acknowledge their courage, and to show them the honor and support they have earned.

Republican Jason Plummer gets a clear mandate with 70 percent of the vote

By Glenn Minnis | Nov 7, 2018

Jason Plummer feels privileged to be going to Springfield.

CITY OF BELLEVILLE: Ring 'Bells of Peace" with Americans across the nation on Sunday, Nov. 11 at 11 AM

Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018, marks the 100th Anniversary of the end of World War I.

TOUCHETTE REGIONAL HOSPITAL: Esteemed Cardiologist Joins Touchette Regional Hospital in Centreville, Ill.

Touchette Regional Hospital (TRH) is pleased to announce that cardiologist Roop Lal, MD has joined its staff at 5900 Bond Avenue, Centreville, Ill.

HSHS ST. JOSEPH'S HOSPITAL: HSHS Southern Illinois Hospitals to Host Veterans Day Services on Nove 9

HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Breese, HSHS Holy Family Greenville and HSHS St Joseph’s Hospital Highland will be hosting Veterans Day Prayer Services on Friday, November 9.

BELLEVILLE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL: Memorial Foundation names Scholar Athletes for October

John Philip Adams of Columbia and Isabella Combs of Marissa have been named Memorial Foundation Scholar Athletes of the Month for October.

ST. ELIZABETH'S HOSPITAL: HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Foundation raises nearly $130,000 at Elizabethan Gala

On Friday, November 2, over 300 people gathered at the Regency Conference Center in O’Fallon, IL and celebrated the annual Elizabethan Gala Fundraiser, raising nearly $130,000 to benefit HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital.

Holbrook wins St. Clair County Clerk's race

By LGIS News Service | Nov 7, 2018

Democrat Tom Holbrook has been declared the winner in the St. Clair County Clerk's race against Republican Duane Henson.

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Dwight Kay: 'It was a tough night for Republicans'

By Glenn Minnis | Nov 7, 2018

Republican Dwight Kay concedes that inherent disadvantages were just too much to get the results to win his state House race in the 112th District.

East Alton home prices fall in October 2018

The median sale price of a home sold in October 2018 in East Alton fell by $6,650 while total sales decreased by 33.3%.

Freeburg home prices fall in October 2018

The median sale price of a home sold in October 2018 in Freeburg fell by $56,050 while total sales remained unchanged with six homes sold.

How much revenue has Lebanon CUSD 9 received from state taxpayers?

The subsidy Lebanon Community Unit School District 9 received through state taxes decreased 40.8 percent from fiscal year 2008 to 2017, adjusted for inflation, according to a Metro East Sun analysis of public schools data.

Lebanon home prices fall in October 2018

The median sale price of a home sold in October 2018 in Lebanon fell by $52,550 while total sales increased by 400%.

Smithton home prices fall in October 2018

The median sale price of a home sold in October 2018 in Smithton fell by $9,500 while total sales increased by 57.1%.

Madison (Madison County) home prices rise in October 2018