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Edwardsville ranks 78th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during August

By Metro East Sun | Nov 29, 2023

Edwardsville residents paid $1 million in sales taxes, ranking 78th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in August.

From SE Illinois News

Bailey: ‘No one in this race will work harder for you’

By SE Illinois News | 12 months ago

Darren Bailey, a candidate for Congressional District 12, marked a significant milestone in his campaign by filing his petitions for the upcoming March 19 primary ballot.

Report reveals multiracial students face more discipline at Albert Cassens Elementary in 2021-22 school year

By Metro East Sun | Nov 29, 2023

Multiracial students, constituting 4.1% or 19 of Albert Cassens Elementary's total student population of 463, accounted for seven out of the 18 total suspensions (38.9%) in the 2021-22 school year, averaging roughly one suspension per three students, according to the latest student discipline report by the Illinois State Board of Education.

Rep. Schmidt Advocates for Enhanced Safety Measures in Cahokia Heights (With Video)

By Metro East Sun | Nov 29, 2023

The recent string of serious crimes in Cahokia Heights has raised concerns among residents about public safety. In response to these concerns, local authorities are being urged to take decisive action to address the escalating crime. One advocate for enhanced safety measures in Cahokia Heights is Representative Schmidt. Speaking about the issue, Rep. Schmidt highlighted the effectiveness of the Illinois State Police and the St. Clair County Sheriff's Department in combating violent crime. He suggested that implementing successful strategies from neighboring areas, such as...

City of Belleville Electrical Commission met Sept. 26

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 29, 2023

City of Belleville Electrical Commission met Tuesday, Sept. 26

City of Jerseyville City Council met Oct. 30

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 29, 2023

City of Jerseyville City Council met Monday, Oct. 30

On Tuesday, November 28, John Paul II Catholic High School standout Dana Galinis competed in NCAA D3 game

By Metro East Sun | Nov 29, 2023

The Principia Panthers won 60-51 in their NCAA D3 game against the Concordia Chicago Cougars on Tuesday, November 28.

On Tuesday, November 28, former Mater Academy standout Genesis Santiago’s college team won in an NCAA D3 game

By Metro East Sun | Nov 29, 2023

The Principia Panthers won 60-51 in their NCAA D3 game against the Concordia Chicago Cougars on Tuesday, November 28.

On Tuesday, November 28, former Lift For Life Academy High School standout Taylor Brown’s college team won in an NCAA D3 game

By Metro East Sun | Nov 29, 2023

The game took place in River Forest, Illinois.

On Tuesday, November 28, former Alton High School standout Deija Carter’s college team won in an NCAA D3 game

By Metro East Sun | Nov 29, 2023

The game took place in River Forest, Illinois.

Alana Hinson, former St. Clair High School standout, played on Tuesday, November 28 in NCAA D3 game

By Metro East Sun | Nov 29, 2023

The game took place in River Forest, Illinois.

Trinniti Matthews, former Francis Howell Central High School standout, played on Tuesday, November 28 in NCAA D3 game

By Metro East Sun | Nov 29, 2023

The game took place in River Forest, Illinois.

Gateway Legacy Christian Academy standouts Ariana Williams and Carolina Rojas’ college team won in NCAA D3 game on Tuesday, November 28

By Metro East Sun | Nov 29, 2023

The game took place in River Forest, Illinois.

Samantha Goodrich, former New Haven High School standout, played on Tuesday, November 28 in NCAA D3 game

By Metro East Sun | Nov 29, 2023

The game took place in River Forest, Illinois.

Natalea Clark, former Madison Southern High School standout, played on Tuesday, November 28 in NCAA D3 game

By Metro East Sun | Nov 29, 2023

The game took place in River Forest, Illinois.

Isabella Pierce, former Liberty High School standout, played on Tuesday, November 28 in NCAA D3 game

By Metro East Sun | Nov 29, 2023

The Principia Panthers won 60-51 in their NCAA D3 game against the Concordia Chicago Cougars on Tuesday, November 28.

Mount Gilead High School standout Lydia Stalnaker’s college team won in NCAA D3 game on Tuesday, November 28

By Metro East Sun | Nov 29, 2023

The Principia Panthers won 60-51 in their NCAA D3 game against the Concordia Chicago Cougars on Tuesday, November 28.

On Tuesday, November 28, Herculaneum High School standout Paige Fowler competed in NCAA D3 game

By Metro East Sun | Nov 29, 2023

The game took place in River Forest, Illinois.

On Tuesday, November 28, Cardinal Ritter College Prep High School standout Elyssa White competed in NCAA D3 game

By Metro East Sun | Nov 29, 2023

The game took place in River Forest, Illinois.

Plainfield Central High School standout Miyala Gallegos’ college team won in NCAA D3 game on Tuesday, November 28

By Metro East Sun | Nov 29, 2023

The Principia Panthers won 60-51 in their NCAA D3 game against the Concordia Chicago Cougars on Tuesday, November 28.