Metro East Sun

Freeburg Community Consolidated School District 70: How many students failed ELA test in 2023-24 school year?

By Metro East Sun | Jul 1, 2025

In the 2023-24 school year, 47.2% of Freeburg Community Consolidated School District 70 students failed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Jersey County in week ending June 21?

By Metro East Sun | Jul 1, 2025

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Jersey County was found at two gas stations in the week ending June 21, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Analysis: Smithton Community Consolidated School District 130 administrators rank 228th lowest in state for average salary in 2024

By Metro East Sun | Jul 1, 2025

Administrators in Smithton Community Consolidated School District 130 earn an average of $98,100 per year, ranking 228th lowest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Local churches and representative join forces to support food pantries

By Metro East Sun | Jul 1, 2025

Members of First Baptist Church of Dupo, Sacred Heart, Christ UCC, and Apostolic are actively involved in supporting the community by stocking essential items for local food pantries.