September, 2024 Stories | Metro East Sun

Cheapest regular gas in cities across Madison County in week ending Sept. 7

By Metro East Sun | Sep 13, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Madison County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

TSA proposes further delay in REAL ID enforcement

By Metro East Sun | Sep 13, 2024

A recent plan from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) proposes delaying the full enforcement of REAL ID for another two years. However, the TSA also warns of potential delays at airport security checkpoints for individuals who do not possess a compliant ID.

1 gas station in cities throughout St. Clair County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Aug. 31

By Metro East Sun | Sep 12, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout St. Clair County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Vendor registration open for senior fair at Highland VFW

By Metro East Sun | Sep 12, 2024

Rep. Meier will be hosting a Senior Fair on Tuesday, September 17. The event will be held at the Highland VFW from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Vendors interested in securing a booth can sign up through the provided link.

Illinois Department of Agriculture to distribute $525,000 for specialty crops

By Metro East Sun | Sep 12, 2024

The Illinois Department of Agriculture will distribute nearly $525,000 in federal funding over a three-year period to support the state’s specialty crop industry.

St. Clair County taxpayers give $0 in Municipal Sales Tax in June

By Metro East Sun | Sep 11, 2024

In June, St. Clair County saw a consistent trend in Municipal Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

City of Belleville Public Library Board met September 9

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Sep 11, 2024

City of Belleville Public Library Board met 4 p.m. Monday, September 9.

Honoring the innocent lives lost on September 11

By Metro East Sun | Sep 11, 2024

On Patriot Day, we remember and honor the lives lost on September 11th. Let’s come together as one to honor the memories of those we lost and to support one another with kindness and strength.

Subcommittee holds hearing on veteran healthcare legislation

By Metro East Sun | Sep 11, 2024

Today, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-Iowa), the Chairwoman of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Health, delivered opening remarks at the start of the subcommittee’s legislative hearing on 16 bills aimed at enhancing healthcare and services for veterans.

Nation remembers lives lost on September 11

By Metro East Sun | Sep 11, 2024

On Patriot Day, the nation reflects on and honors the lives lost on September 11th. This day serves as a reminder to come together in unity, honoring the memories of those who perished and supporting one another with kindness and strength.

Patriot Day: remembering September 11 and honoring innocent lives lost

By Metro East Sun | Sep 11, 2024

On Patriot Day, we remember and honor the lives lost on September 11th. Let’s come together as one to honor the memories of those we lost and to support one another with kindness and strength.