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Granite City ranks 83rd in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during February

By Metro East Sun | May 15, 2024

Granite City residents paid $898,290 in sales taxes, ranking 83rd in total sales taxes paid per municipality in February.

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Q1 Recap: 30 parolees from St. Clair County convicted of property crimes set for supervised release

By Metro East Sun | May 14, 2024

There were 30 offenders convicted of property crimes living in St. Clair County released on parole during the first quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Metro East Sun.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Jersey County in week ending May 11?

By Metro East Sun | May 14, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Jersey County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 11, according to GasBuddy.com.

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IDCEO announces $30 million in funding for community revitalization

By Metro East Sun | May 14, 2024

The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (IDCEO) has announced the availability of $30 million in funding to rejuvenate commercial and downtown areas throughout the state. The Rebuild Illinois Downtowns and Main Streets Capital (RDMS) program and the Research in Illinois to Spur Economic Recovery (RISE) program aim to expedite local economic recovery efforts, offering support to communities grappling with economic challenges.

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Illinois honors fallen firefighters at memorial ceremony in Springfield

By Metro East Sun | May 14, 2024

On May 14, 2024, a tribute was paid to the Illinois firefighters who have lost their lives in the line of duty. The Fallen Firefighters Memorial Ceremony took place in Springfield, honoring the bravery and sacrifice of these heroes. Their memory will not be forgotten.

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Q1 Recap: 3 parolees from St. Clair County convicted of crimes against justice set for supervised release

By Metro East Sun | May 13, 2024

There were three offenders convicted of crimes against justice living in St. Clair County released on parole during the first quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Metro East Sun.

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Jersey County had 10 lawyers in good standing in April

By Metro East Sun | May 13, 2024

There were 10 lawyers in good standing in cities within Jersey County as of April.

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St. Clair County residents paid 7th-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during February

By Metro East Sun | May 13, 2024

St. Clair County residents paid $3.8 million in sales taxes, the seventh highest total paid per county in February.

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What happened to the median home valuation price in Madison County in February 2024 compared to February 2023?

By Metro East Sun | May 13, 2024

In February, the median sale price of a home in Madison County rose by $8,874 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales increased by 41.6%.

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Enrollment Analysis: Multiracial students comprised 6% of St. Clair County County’s student body in 2021-22 school year

By Metro East Sun | May 13, 2024

In St. Clair County County schools, 2,415 multiracial students were enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Legislator urges rejection of bill threatening jobs for developmentally disabled

By Metro East Sun | May 13, 2024

Throughout my tenure in Springfield, I have diligently represented the interests of those citizens in our state who live under state care, reside in Community Integrated Living Arrangements, and those developmentally disabled individuals performing light tasks at “14c Workshops” across the state.

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Rep. Schmidt donates legislative pay raise to local food pantry

By Metro East Sun | May 13, 2024

State Representative Kevin Schmidt has pledged to donate his legislative pay raise, which he voted against, to various local community outreach efforts in his constituency. This month, the beneficiary of his generosity is the Zion Church of Christ Food Pantry in New Baden.

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Honoring law enforcement's sacrifice during National Police Week

By Metro East Sun | May 13, 2024

National Police Week is a time to recognize and honor the remarkable sacrifices and contributions made by law enforcement officers across the nation. The dedication of these officers towards ensuring the safety of our communities is commendable. Their relentless service, often at great personal risk, deserves our gratitude and respect.

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May marks Lyme Disease Awareness Month in the US

By Metro East Sun | May 13, 2024

May is recognized as Lyme Disease Awareness Month, an opportunity to raise awareness about the tickborne disease that impacts millions of Americans. The Illinois Lyme Association (illymeassociation.org) offers resources on how to identify, prevent, and treat Lyme Disease.

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There were 2,106 multiracial students enrolled in Madison County County schools in 2021-22 school year

By Metro East Sun | May 12, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 5.9% of students enrolled in Madison County County school districts identified as multiracial.

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School administrators earns 97.8% more on average than teachers in St. Libory Consolidated School District 30 in 2021-22 school year

By Metro East Sun | May 12, 2024

The average school administrator’s salary in St. Libory Consolidated School District 30 was $72,515 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $36,669, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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$167,090 in County Sales Tax collected in February for Madison County

By Metro East Sun | May 12, 2024

In February, Madison County saw a decrease in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Jersey County home prices rose in February 2024 compared to February 2023

By Metro East Sun | May 12, 2024

In February, the median sale price of a home in Jersey County rose by $68,001 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales increased by 23.5%.

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Q1 Recap: 1 parolee from Madison County convicted of a sex crime set for supervised release

By Metro East Sun | May 12, 2024

There was one offender convicted of a sex crime living in Madison County released on parole during the first quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Metro East Sun.

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Which former Metro East Sun area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon May 13?

By Metro East Sun | May 12, 2024

These former Metro East Sun area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon May 13.