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St. Clair County collects $191,965 in County Sales Tax in December 2023

By Metro East Sun | Mar 7, 2024

In December 2023, St. Clair County saw a decrease in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Who owned Collinsville Rehabilitation and Health CC in Q4 2023?

By Metro East Sun | Mar 7, 2024

Owned by Mark Petersen and Sabl, LLC since March 23, 2020, Collinsville Rehabilitation and Health CC had an overall rating of one in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Did Jersey County students fail or pass their 2021-22 school year English tests?

By Metro East Sun | Mar 7, 2024

Out of the 985 students who took the IAR in the 2021-22 school year, 34.4% passed the English portion of the test.

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The 2023-2024 roster list has been released for the Principia Panthers

By Metro East Sun | Mar 6, 2024

Total of 21 players listed.

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A look at Bria of Woodriver, a nursing home in Wood River, Illinois

By Metro East Sun | Mar 6, 2024

Bria of Woodriver was one of the 11 for-profit facility nursing homes in Madison County, Illinois in the fourth quarter of 2023, and had an overall rating of two.

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St. Clair County taxpayers give $796,464 in Countywide Sales Tax in December 2023

By Metro East Sun | Mar 6, 2024

In December 2023, St. Clair County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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In the 2021-22 school year, 53.3% of Mascoutah Community Unit School District 19 students failed the Math portion of the IAR

By Metro East Sun | Mar 6, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 53.3% of Mascoutah Community Unit School District 19 students failed the Math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Rep. Elik Honors Two Local Guests at Emerging Women Leaders Conference

By Metro East Sun | Mar 6, 2024

State Representative Amy Elik proudly welcomed two guests to the third annual Emerging Women Leaders (EWL) conference: Megan Tyler and Melissa Bell-Yates. The event took place Tuesday in Springfield to honor the contributions of emerging female leaders from throughout the state.“I was proud to honor Megan Tyler and Melissa Bell-Yates for their achievements and recognize them at the Emerging Women Leaders Recognition Conference,” said Rep. Amy Elik. “These two women are leading the way and making a positive impact in our region.”Megan Tyler and Melissa Beth-Yates...

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State Rep. Meier congratulates Okawville Lady Rockets on state championship

By Metro East Sun | Mar 6, 2024

State Representative Charlie Meier extended his congratulations to the Okawville Lady Rockets for their remarkable achievement in winning the state championship. In a statement made on Wednesday, Representative Meier commended the team for their hard work and dedication. "State Representative Charlie Meier congratulated the Okawville Lady Rockets on winning the state championship," the official statement read. The Lady Rockets' victory was a proud moment for the community, and Representative Meier's acknowledgment further highlighted their success.

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Rep. Meier Advocates for Jobs for Workers with Disabilities Amid Pending Legislation

By Metro East Sun | Mar 6, 2024

Rep. Meier Working to Protect Jobs for Workers with DisabilitiesMar 6, 2024Rep. Meier shares his concerns about legislation pending in the Illinois House of Representatives (HB 793) that would put at least 50% of 14c workshop employees with developmental and intellectual disabilities and service providers out of work throughout the state. "This number comes from providers who have ended their 14(c) certificate, some laid off 70% to 80%," said Rep. Meier.

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Elik Honors Trailblazer in Agriculture, Becky Doyle

By Metro East Sun | Mar 6, 2024

Elik, Mar 6 2024 - Becky Doyle, a trailblazer in agriculture, was recently honored by Elik for her significant contributions to the field. Doyle made a mark in the Department of Agriculture when she was appointed to lead it in 1991 by Governor Jim Edgar.Upon assuming the role, Doyle took charge of an agency overseeing the state’s leading industry, which at the time had six divisions, 600 employees, and a budget of $53.5 million. In addition to these responsibilities, she also managed two state fairs.Reflecting on her experience, Doyle once remarked, "You don’t have to...

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Tuesday, March 5: Pembroke Hill School standout Gabriel Nutter’s college team loses to Southern Illinois Salukis

By Metro East Sun | Mar 5, 2024

The SIUE Cougars lost 7-1 in their NCAA Division I game against the Southern Illinois Salukis on Tuesday, March 5.

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On Tuesday, March 5, former Mahomet-Seymour High School standout Mateo Casillas’ college team lost in an NCAA Division I game

By Metro East Sun | Mar 5, 2024

The SIUE Cougars lost 7-1 in their NCAA Division I game against the Southern Illinois Salukis on Tuesday, March 5.

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West Aurora High School standout Ryan Niedzwiedz’s college team lost in NCAA Division I game on Tuesday, March 5

By Metro East Sun | Mar 5, 2024

The SIUE Cougars lost 7-1 in their NCAA Division I game against the Southern Illinois Salukis on Tuesday, March 5.

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Zack Floyd, former Lutheran High School (MO) standout, played on Tuesday, March 5 in NCAA Division I game

By Metro East Sun | Mar 5, 2024

The game took place in Edwardsville, Illinois.

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On Tuesday, March 5, former Mitchell High School standout Zeus Ponder’s college team lost in an NCAA Division I game

By Metro East Sun | Mar 5, 2024

The SIUE Cougars lost 7-1 in their NCAA Division I game against the Southern Illinois Salukis on Tuesday, March 5.

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On Tuesday, March 5, former Breese Central High School standout Kyle Athmer’s college team lost in an NCAA Division I game

By Metro East Sun | Mar 5, 2024

The SIUE Cougars lost 7-1 in their NCAA Division I game against the Southern Illinois Salukis on Tuesday, March 5.

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Newark Community High School standout Joseph Martin’s college team lost in NCAA Division I game on Tuesday, March 5

By Metro East Sun | Mar 5, 2024

The game took place in Edwardsville, Illinois.

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On Tuesday, March 5, former Parkway Central High School standout Sean Kang’s college team lost in an NCAA Division I game

By Metro East Sun | Mar 5, 2024

The SIUE Cougars lost 7-1 in their NCAA Division I game against the Southern Illinois Salukis on Tuesday, March 5.

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Edwardsville High School standouts Dawson Taylor and Spencer Stearns’ college team lost in NCAA Division I game on Tuesday, March 5

By Metro East Sun | Mar 5, 2024

The SIUE Cougars lost 7-1 in their NCAA Division I game against the Southern Illinois Salukis on Tuesday, March 5.