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Q3 2023 Parolees Recap: Who was paroled in Jersey County?

By Metro East Sun | Dec 1, 2023

There were eight offenders living in Jersey County released on parole during the third quarter of 2023, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by Metro East Sun.

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Jersey County experienced increase in median home valuations

By Metro East Sun | Dec 1, 2023

The median sale price of a home sold in the third quarter of 2023 in Jersey County rose by $14,750, while total sales decreased by 8.8%.

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Jersey County residents pay $50,412 in Countywide Sales Tax in September

By Metro East Sun | Dec 1, 2023

In September, Jersey County saw a decrease in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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St. Clair County Education: Which school had most students enrolled in 2021-22 school year

By Metro East Sun | Dec 1, 2023

O'Fallon High School stood out in St. Clair County with 2,497 students enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Rep. Schmidt Recognizes Longtime Dupo Business

By Metro East Sun | Dec 1, 2023

Earlier this week, Representative Kevin Schmidt had the opportunity to meet with Joseph Goley, the owner of Goley Insulation, a long-standing business in Dupo. Goley Insulation has been actively involved in the renovation of the old Broadway Hotel in East St. Louis, a project that aims to transform the historic building into a housing complex.During the visit, Rep. Schmidt had the chance to tour the site alongside Mr. Goley and to commend him for his dedication and commitment to the district. In recognition of Goley Insulation's remarkable 50 years of service, Rep....

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Illinois Launches New Grant Program to Support Businesses Affected by the Pandemic

By Metro East Sun | Dec 1, 2023

The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) has introduced a new grant program aimed at providing financial relief to businesses that started during the COVID-19 pandemic. The program, called the Illinois B2B NewBiz grant, is specifically designed to assist industries that were severely impacted by the pandemic and have not been eligible for state or federal emergency support.According to the DCEO, the Illinois B2B NewBiz grant program became available on November 30, 2023. Business owners who meet the eligibility criteria can apply for grants of...

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City of Edwardsville Finance Committee met Sept. 28

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Dec 1, 2023

City of Edwardsville Finance Committee met Thursday, Sept. 28

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City of Edwardsville Administrative and Community Services Committee met Sept. 28

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Dec 1, 2023

City of Edwardsville Administrative and Community Services Committee met Thursday, Sept. 28

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Madyson Harper, former Midwest Central High School standout, played on Thursday, November 30 in NCAA D2 game

By Metro East Sun | Dec 1, 2023

The McKendree Bearcats won 69-55 in their NCAA D2 game against the Rockhurst Hawks on Thursday, November 30.

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Addie Denny, former Anna-Jonesboro High School standout, played on Thursday, November 30 in NCAA D2 game

By Metro East Sun | Dec 1, 2023

The game took place in Lebanon, Illinois.

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Haley Ottenschnieder, former Breese Central High School standout, played on Thursday, November 30 in NCAA D2 game

By Metro East Sun | Dec 1, 2023

The game took place in Lebanon, Illinois.

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Jefferson High School standout Emma Slings’ college team won in NCAA D2 game on Thursday, November 30

By Metro East Sun | Dec 1, 2023

The McKendree Bearcats won 69-55 in their NCAA D2 game against the Rockhurst Hawks on Thursday, November 30.

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Lake Zurich High School standout Baylie Parks’ college team won in NCAA D2 game on Thursday, November 30

By Metro East Sun | Dec 1, 2023

The game took place in Lebanon, Illinois.

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On Thursday, November 30, Collinsville High School standout Kristyn Mitchell competed in NCAA D2 game

By Metro East Sun | Dec 1, 2023

The game took place in Lebanon, Illinois.

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On Thursday, November 30, Jersey Community High School standout Clare Breden competed in NCAA D2 game

By Metro East Sun | Dec 1, 2023

The McKendree Bearcats won 69-55 in their NCAA D2 game against the Rockhurst Hawks on Thursday, November 30.

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Naperville North High School standout Abby Drendel’s college team won in NCAA D2 game on Thursday, November 30

By Metro East Sun | Dec 1, 2023

The game took place in Lebanon, Illinois.

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Appleton West High School standout Christy Fortune’s college team won in NCAA D2 game on Thursday, November 30

By Metro East Sun | Dec 1, 2023

The game took place in Lebanon, Illinois.

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Naomi McDaniel, former Attica High School standout, played on Thursday, November 30 in NCAA D2 game

By Metro East Sun | Dec 1, 2023

The McKendree Bearcats won 69-55 in their NCAA D2 game against the Rockhurst Hawks on Thursday, November 30.

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Marquette Catholic High School standouts Alyssa Powell and Chloe White’s college team won in NCAA D2 game on Thursday, November 30

By Metro East Sun | Dec 1, 2023

The McKendree Bearcats won 69-55 in their NCAA D2 game against the Rockhurst Hawks on Thursday, November 30.

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On Thursday, November 30, Hartford High School standout Maci Meyer competed in NCAA D2 game

By Metro East Sun | Dec 1, 2023

The McKendree Bearcats won 69-55 in their NCAA D2 game against the Rockhurst Hawks on Thursday, November 30.