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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Madison County in week ending May 25?

By Metro East Sun | May 31, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Madison County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 25, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Democrats' budget raises concerns over future tax burdens, says Illinois Chamber

By Metro East Sun | May 31, 2024

Illinois residents already pay the highest effective tax rates in the nation. The Illinois Chamber of Commerce has expressed concerns about the potential future tax burden resulting from the current budget proposed by Democratic lawmakers.

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28% of St. Clair County students played sports on collegiate teams in 2022

By Metro East Sun | May 31, 2024

St. Clair County universities had 28% of its student body playing sports on collegiate teams in 2022.

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Rep. Meier congratulates recipients of 2024 small equipment grant program

By Metro East Sun | May 31, 2024

The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) recently announced the list of fire departments and EMS providers selected as recipients of the 2024 Small Equipment Grant Program. Representative Meier commented on the importance of these grants, stating, "These grants are used to upgrade lifesaving firefighting and ambulance equipment so that our first responders may be best prepared to take on whatever obstacles they face."

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Rep. Meier criticizes SB 1289 over eminent domain concerns

By Metro East Sun | May 31, 2024

During the final days of the spring legislative session, the Illinois General Assembly passed Senate Bill 1289, known as the Safety and Aid for the Environment in Carbon Capture and Sequestration Act (SAFE CCS Act). The bill introduces several new regulations regarding the capture, transport, and sequestration of carbon emissions in Illinois. State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville), a member of the House Energy & Environment Committee, expressed his disapproval of several provisions within the bill, particularly its eminent domain-like system to establish underground...

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Madison County in week ending May 25

By Metro East Sun | May 31, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Madison County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 25, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Jersey County in week ending May 18?

By Metro East Sun | May 30, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Jersey County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 18, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Metro East Sun area weekly mass times

By Metro East Sun | May 30, 2024

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

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O'Fallon ranks 53rd in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during February

By Metro East Sun | May 30, 2024

O'Fallon residents paid $1.3 million in sales taxes, ranking 53rd in total sales taxes paid per municipality in February.

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Prairie State taxes: Belleville residents rank 51st in total sales taxes paid for February

By Metro East Sun | May 30, 2024

Belleville residents paid $1.3 million in sales taxes, ranking 51st in total sales taxes paid per municipality in February.

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5.3% of Madison County residents considered unemployed in 2021

By Metro East Sun | May 30, 2024

The unemployment rate in Madison County hit 5.3% among residents aged 16 and 65 years old in 2021.

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Over $4.5 million stolen from Illinois' SNAP program in six months

By Metro East Sun | May 30, 2024

During a recent six-month span, more than $4.5 million was stolen from Illinois’ Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

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Rep. Schmidt criticizes legislative pay raises amid record state budget increase

By Metro East Sun | May 30, 2024

In the early hours of May 30, 2024, the Illinois state legislature passed a budget totaling over $53 billion, marking a 32% increase in spending over the past five years. The budget includes nearly $1 billion in tax increases and an additional $1 billion allocated for services to non-citizens.

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Riley Iffrig, former Edwardsville High School baseball player will compete for a chance to play for the College World Series

By Metro East Sun | May 30, 2024

They open the tournament against Illinois Fighting Illini.

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Colin Brueggemann, former Freeburg High School baseball player will compete for a chance to play for the College World Series

By Metro East Sun | May 30, 2024

His team enters the tournament as a number one seed.

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Drake Westcott, former Edwardsville High School baseball player will compete for a chance to play for the College World Series

By Metro East Sun | May 30, 2024

First game takes place on Friday, May 31.

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$53.1 billion state budget: Millions in pork for Metro-East groups and governments

By Metro East Sun | May 29, 2024

State lawmakers passed a record spending $53.1 billion FY 2025 budget early Wednesday morning.

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There were 408 Asian students enrolled in St. Clair County districts in 2021-22 school year

By Metro East Sun | May 29, 2024

In St. Clair County districts, 408 Asian students were enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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City of Collinsville Cool Cities Committee met May 20

By Corazon L. Gonzales | May 29, 2024

City of Collinsville Cool Cities Committee met 6 p.m. Monday, May 20.

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Rep. Elik voices concerns over FY 2025 state budget

By Metro East Sun | May 29, 2024

State Representative Amy Elik recently addressed the House Floor regarding the FY 2025 state budget. In her remarks, she expressed concerns and highlighted specific aspects of the proposed financial plan.