Metro East Sun

This former Metro East Sun area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 23.

How many companies were inspected by the FDA in cities located in Madison County in Q3 2023?

There were two companies in cities associated with Madison County that received two FDA inspections in the third quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

Home sales in Jersey County during week ending Oct. 14

There were three reported residential sales in Jersey County in the week ending Oct. 14, according to BlockShopper.com.

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Metro East Sun area weekly mass times

The following parishes in the Metro East Sun coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Weekly recap, week ending Oct. 14 home sales in Madison County

There were two reported residential sales in Madison County in the week ending Oct. 14, according to BlockShopper.com.

Brooklyn Community Unit School District 188 enrollment numbers in bottom 50% among Illinois districts during 2021-22 school year

Brooklyn Community Unit School District 188 welcomed 171 students in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Madison County experienced drop in median home valuation prices in September 2023 compared to September 2022

In September 2023, the median sale price of a home in Madison County fell by $5,300 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales decreased by 30%.

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Friday night football: where to see the Marquette Explorers and 20 other local football teams play today - Oct. 20

These teams from the Metro East Sun coverage area are scheduled to play later today starting at 6 p.m.

Looking for a Job? Rep. Schmidt to Host Job Fair in East St. Louis

State Representative Kevin Schmidt is organizing a Job Fair in East St. Louis, offering job seekers an excellent opportunity to connect with local employers and enhance their career prospects. The event will take place on Friday, November 3rd, at the Wyvetter H. Younge Higher Education Campus Multipurpose Room.The Job Fair aims to equip attendees with the essential skills required to succeed in today's competitive job market. It will feature three workshops focusing on important aspects of the job search process. The workshops include "Creating a Resume that Gets You...

Signal Hill School District 181's enrollment rank increases during 2021-22 school year

Signal Hill School District 181 welcomed 298 students in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Reflections on the Attacks in Israel and Changes in Human Services Agencies

In light of the recent terrorist attack by Hamas in Israel, there has been widespread discussion and reflection on the tragic events. One individual, Bill, shared his thoughts on the conflict in Israel in a letter. He emphasized the magnitude of the violence, stating, "the murders - more than 1000 dead and counting - are the equivalent of about ten September 11ths."Bill further highlighted the brutality of the attacks, comparing them to the Holocaust. He pointed out the similarities in the treatment of innocent civilians, stating, "They were slaughtered, shot, gassed,...

Firearm Registration Period Remains Open as Illinois State Police Seeks Further Input

The Illinois State Police have announced that the registration period for firearms remains open as they actively seek further input from the public. This decision comes as a result of Democrats' proposed firearms ban, which aims to introduce stricter regulations on firearms in the state. The State Police have expressed their willingness to refine the rules surrounding the registration process based on the feedback received during public hearings.According to a report from 25 News Now, the State Police have agreed to hold additional public hearings to gather more input...

City of Belleville Historic Preservation Commission met Aug. 22

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 20, 2023

City of Belleville Historic Preservation Commission met Tuesday, Aug. 22

City of Fairview Heights Community Committee met Sep. 20

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 20, 2023

City of Fairview Heights Community Committee met Wednesday, Sep. 20

High Mount School District 116 ranks 682nd in enrollment with 345 students during 2021-22 school year

High Mount School District 116 welcomed 345 students in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Elik & Glen Carbon Police Dept. Rx Take Back a Success

The Prescription Drug Take-Back event, co-hosted by Elik and the Glen Carbon Police Department, was a resounding success. The event took place yesterday, and Elik expressed gratitude towards the police department for their cooperation.Elik took to social media to express their appreciation, saying, "Thank you Glen Carbon Police Department for Co-Hosting the Prescription Drug Take-Back event yesterday with my team." The collaboration between Elik and the police department proved to be fruitful in addressing the issue of prescription drug abuse and disposal.The event...

Meier Senior Fair a Success in Highland

State Representative Charlie Meier held his annual senior fair in Highland on Wednesday, which was well attended and appreciated by the participants. The free event brought together various vendors who showcased the local services available to seniors in the region.Rep. Meier expressed his gratitude to all the vendors who came out to support this year's senior fair. He acknowledged their contribution in helping attendees learn about the valuable resources and services that are specifically tailored for seniors.The event provided an opportunity for seniors and their...

Belleville residents rank 60th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois for July