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0.6% of Cahokia Community Unit School District 187 students met or exceeded Math IAR expectations on tests in 2021-22 school year

By Metro East Sun | Feb 29, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 0.6% of Cahokia Community Unit School District 187 students passed the Math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Madison County in week ending Feb. 24?

By Metro East Sun | Feb 29, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Madison County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 24, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Madison County GOP unites behind Slusser for Chairman

By Metro East Sun | Feb 29, 2024

All Republican county wide elected officials have endorsed Chris Slusser for Chairman, a race that will effectively be decided in the March 19 primary election.

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Did Triad Community Unit School District 2 students fail or pass their 2021-22 ELA tests?

By Metro East Sun | Feb 29, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 58.1% of Triad Community Unit School District 2 students failed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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St. Clair County Nursing Homes: Who’s behind Mercy Rehabilitation and Care Center?

By Metro East Sun | Feb 29, 2024

Owned by Rosewood Care Center Holding County, Rosewood Care Center, LLC, and Larry Vander Maten, Mercy Rehabilitation and Care Center had an overall rating of one in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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What was 2nd largest nursing home in Jersey County as of Q4 2023?

By Metro East Sun | Feb 29, 2024

Jerseyville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, the second largest nursing home in Jersey County, aided an average of 51.8 residents per day during the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Amount of taxpayer-funded subsidies plummet in cities associated with Jersey County in 2021

By Metro East Sun | Feb 29, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Jersey County received $5 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central SW City of Granite City: Precinct Granite City 08

By Metro East Sun | Feb 29, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Metro East Sun analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 365 voters in Central SW City of Granite City: Precinct Granite City 08 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Lt. Governor Tours Murray Center with Rep. Charlie Meier

By Metro East Sun | Feb 29, 2024

Illinois Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton and State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) recently visited the Murray Developmental Center in Centralia, as reported on February 29, 2024.Rep. Charlie Meier expressed his satisfaction with Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton's visit, stating, "After many years of trying to schedule an Illinois Lt. Governor to tour Murray Center at my invitation, I am pleased that Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton accepted the invitation to tour this wonderful place on Thursday that residents call their home."Meier also highlighted the...

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Jersey County largest nursing home as of Q4 2023: Jerseyville Manor

By Metro East Sun | Feb 28, 2024

With an overall rating of three, Jerseyville Manor was the largest nursing home in Jersey County during the fourth quarter of 2023.

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The state of taxpayer-funded farm subsidies in cities associated with Madison County in 2021

By Metro East Sun | Feb 28, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Madison County received $13.7 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Cahokia Community Unit School District 187: How many students met or exceeded expectations in ELA in 2021-22 school year?

By Metro East Sun | Feb 28, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 2.8% of Cahokia Community Unit School District 187 students passed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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The SIU Edwardsville Cougars have confirmed their complete list of games for the 2023-2024 season

By Metro East Sun | Feb 28, 2024

They open the season at a neutral site in Florida.

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How did Northeastern Township of Edwardsville: Precinct Edwardsville 02 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By Metro East Sun | Feb 28, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Metro East Sun analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 666 voters in Northeastern Township of Edwardsville: Precinct Edwardsville 02 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Madison County in week ending Feb. 24?

By Metro East Sun | Feb 28, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Madison County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 24, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Test expectations: How many Triad Community Unit School District 2 students failed to meet the Math IAR expectations in 2021-22 school year?

By Metro East Sun | Feb 28, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 58.4% of Triad Community Unit School District 2 students failed the Math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Memorial Care Center: 5-star nursing home in St. Clair County

By Metro East Sun | Feb 28, 2024

Owned by Memorial Regional Healthcare Services, Inc. since Jan. 1, 2016, Memorial Care Center boasted an overall rating of five in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Elik Attends Edwardsville Fire Station Grand Opening

By Metro East Sun | Feb 28, 2024

Elik Attends Edwardsville Fire Station Grand OpeningFeb 28 2024The City of Edwardsville celebrated the grand opening of the Edwardsville East fire station with great excitement. The event was attended by various community members and officials, including Elik, who expressed their support for the new facility.In a statement, Elik congratulated The City of Edwardsville, saying, "Congratulations to The City of Edwardsville on the grand opening of the Edwardsville East fire station!" The new station is a significant addition to the area, providing essential services to...

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25th Illinois Product Expo Returns to Illinois State Fairgrounds March 2-3

By Metro East Sun | Feb 28, 2024

The 25th Illinois Product Expo is set to return to the Illinois State Fairgrounds on March 2 and 3, showcasing a variety of Illinois food companies and products. According to Jackie Sambursky, IDOA Bureau Chief of Marketing, the event is described as a "fun and family-friendly way to showcase Illinois food and agriculture-based companies." Sambursky also expressed gratitude for the community's support in making the Expo a success for over two decades.More than 70 vendors will be participating in the Expo, offering samples and selling products from various Illinois-based...

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City of Belleville Downtown Belleville Development Commission met February 26

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Feb 28, 2024

City of Belleville Downtown Belleville Development Commission met 4 p.m. Monday, February 26.