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1 gas station in cities throughout St. Clair County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Mar. 15

By Metro East Sun | Mar 20, 2025

The only price of diesel in cities throughout St. Clair County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 15, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Former high school guard Jordan Hamilton’s collegiate team has been invited to the NCAA tournament.

By Metro East Sun | Mar 20, 2025

Guard Jordan Hamilton’s collegiate team the SIU Edwardsville Cougars were invited to the NCAA tournament as a 16 seed.

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2023-24 school year sees 588 students enrolled at Madison Community Unit School District 12

By Metro East Sun | Mar 20, 2025

Enrollment at Madison Community Unit School District 12 fell from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Former high school guard Brian Taylor II’s collegiate team has been invited to the NCAA tournament.

By Metro East Sun | Mar 19, 2025

Guard Brian Taylor II’s collegiate team the SIU Edwardsville Cougars were invited to the NCAA tournament as a 16 seed.

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Former high school guard Myles Thompson’s collegiate team has been invited to the NCAA tournament.

By Metro East Sun | Mar 19, 2025

Forward Myles Thompson’s collegiate team the SIU Edwardsville Cougars were invited to the NCAA tournament as a 16 seed.

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Former high school guard Desmond Polk’s collegiate team has been invited to the NCAA tournament.

By Metro East Sun | Mar 19, 2025

Guard Desmond Polk’s collegiate team the SIU Edwardsville Cougars were invited to the NCAA tournament as a 16 seed.

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Former high school guard Eddiean Tirado’s collegiate team has been invited to the NCAA tournament.

By Metro East Sun | Mar 19, 2025

Guard Eddiean Tirado’s collegiate team the SIU Edwardsville Cougars were invited to the NCAA tournament as a 16 seed.

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Madison County Republicans Vice Chairman: 'Craft policies that empower—not restrict—families'

By Metro East Sun | Mar 19, 2025

Jennifer Korte, vice chairman of the Madison County Republicans, said that Illinois parents are united in a significant protest to defend their right to homeschool freely.

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Former Hillcrest High School guard Darrion Baker’s collegiate team has been invited to the NCAA tournament.

By Metro East Sun | Mar 19, 2025

Hillcrest High School Forward Darrion Baker’s collegiate team the SIU Edwardsville Cougars were invited to the NCAA tournament as a 16 seed.

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Former Belleville East High School guard Jordan Pickett’s collegiate team has been invited to the NCAA tournament.

By Metro East Sun | Mar 19, 2025

Belleville East High School Guard Jordan Pickett’s collegiate team the SIU Edwardsville Cougars were invited to the NCAA tournament as a 16 seed.

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Madison County in week ending Mar. 15

By Metro East Sun | Mar 19, 2025

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Madison County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 15, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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How many inmates sentenced in Madison County will be released during Q2?

By Metro East Sun | Mar 19, 2025

The Illinois Department of Corrections is set to release 27 inmates who were sentenced to state prison in Madison County during the second quarter of 2025.

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Former Andrew High School guard Arnas Sakenis’ collegiate team has been invited to the NCAA tournament.

By Metro East Sun | Mar 19, 2025

Andrew High School Center Arnas Sakenis’ collegiate team the SIU Edwardsville Cougars were invited to the NCAA tournament as a 16 seed.

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Former Austin Senior High School guard Cham Okey’s collegiate team has been invited to the NCAA tournament.

By Metro East Sun | Mar 19, 2025

Austin Senior High School Guard Cham Okey’s collegiate team the SIU Edwardsville Cougars were invited to the NCAA tournament as a 16 seed.

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Former Collinsville High School guard Ray'Sean Taylor’s collegiate team has been invited to the NCAA tournament.

By Metro East Sun | Mar 19, 2025

Collinsville High School Guard Ray'Sean Taylor’s collegiate team the SIU Edwardsville Cougars were invited to the NCAA tournament as a 16 seed.

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Belleville ranks 62nd in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during December 2024

By Metro East Sun | Mar 19, 2025

Belleville residents paid $1.4 million in sales taxes, ranking 62nd in total sales taxes paid per municipality in December 2024.

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across St. Clair County in week ending Mar. 15

By Metro East Sun | Mar 19, 2025

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout St. Clair County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Mar. 15, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Illinois homeschool act advances amid widespread opposition

By Metro East Sun | Mar 19, 2025

State Representative Amy Elik (R-Alton) is actively advocating for the rights of parents to select educational paths for their children.

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Rep. Meier opposes new education mandate affecting homeschool families

By Metro East Sun | Mar 19, 2025

State Representative Charlie Meier of Okawville has voiced his opposition to HB 2827, known as the "Homeschool Act."

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Tuesday, March 18: Jersey Community High School standout Kari Krueger’s college team loses to Marshall Thundering Herd

By Metro East Sun | Mar 19, 2025

The game took place at Miami Softball Stadium.