The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Madison County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 3, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Madison County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 3, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Jersey County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Aug. 3, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) has secured a new professional licensing system for individuals whose careers require a license to work in Illinois.
The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) has reached an agreement to secure a new professional licensing system for individuals whose careers require a license to work in Illinois.
Enrollment data for the three universities in Madison County revealed white was the most common ethnicity among students in the 2022-23 school year, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.
Area residents looking for employment or interested in pursuing a new career path are invited to attend a free job fair hosted by Illinois State Representative Kevin Schmidt. The event is scheduled for Friday, August 23, from 9:00 AM to Noon at the Wyvetter H. Younge Higher Education Campus, Multipurpose Room – Building D, located at 601 James R. Thompson Blvd, East St. Louis.
On National Farmer’s Market Week, Representative Meier reflected on a significant piece of legislation he passed in Springfield, known as the Cupcake Bill. This bill prevented the health department from closing down home-based kitchen operations, which include many participants in local farmer’s markets.
A downstate attorney who successfully argued for the end of mandatory masking in Illinois public schools will be a featured speaker at a "Concerned Parents Illinois" fundraiser next month.
This was a significant week for the 114th district. Representative Schmidt provided updates on various activities, including community events, the State Fair, corrections, constituent surveys, employment data, and upcoming events.
Charlie Meier, a representative known for his advocacy work, recently shared updates on various legislative and community matters. Meier expressed gratitude for being selected as the 2024 VOICE AWARD recipient, recognizing his efforts in supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and autism. "I do not do this work for the recognition, but it certainly is a wonderful feeling to be appreciated," he stated.
Rep. Amy Elik provided an update on her recent activities and ongoing issues in her district, including local engagements, the Illinois State Fair, budget considerations, corrections developments, historic sites, and employment statistics.
Senator Erica Harris celebrated the creation of the Neon Sign Park in Granite City, describing it as "what a cool new tourist attraction." She made this statement in an August 2 Facebook post.