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Madison County Republicans vice chair: Charlie Kirk championed 'courageous dialogue in the face of hatred'

By C. M. Solomon | Sep 16, 2025

Jennifer Korte, Vice Chair of the Madison County Republicans, said that Charlie Kirk's assassination was a tragic attack on his life and the free speech he passionately upheld, describing it as a betrayal of the nation's foundational truths.

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Former Governor Jim Edgar remembered for leadership after death at age 79

By B. W. Aviles | Sep 16, 2025

Former Illinois Governor Jim Edgar died Sunday at age 79 after battling pancreatic cancer.

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Edwardsville residents paid 44th-largest sum in sales taxes per muncipality in Illinois during July

By M. W. Rivera | Sep 16, 2025

Edwardsville residents paid approximately $2 million in sales taxes, the 44th highest total paid per municipality in July.

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Rep. Mike Bost addresses veterans’ bills, Charlie Kirk vigil, and NIH funding changes

By C. M. Davis | Sep 16, 2025

Rep. Mike Bost shared updates between September 15-16, covering House debates on veterans' bills, attending a vigil for Charlie Kirk after his assassination, and responding to NIH's decision to halt grants for research using aborted fetal tissue

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House subcommittee examines use of artificial intelligence in veterans' healthcare

By T. K. Wolfe | Sep 15, 2025

Rep. Tom Barrett (R-Mich.), Chairman of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Technology Modernization, delivered remarks at an oversight hearing focused on the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in modernizing healthcare for...

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Prairie State Taxes: Alton residents rank 99th in total sales taxes paid per muncipality for July

By M. W. Rivera | Sep 15, 2025

Alton residents paid approximately $1.1 million in sales taxes, ranking 99th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in July.

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Prairie State Sales Taxes: Collinsville residents paid 46th-largest sum per muncipality in July

By M. W. Rivera | Sep 15, 2025

Collinsville residents paid approximately $2 million in sales taxes, the 46th highest total paid per municipality in July.

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Family & kids events this week in Metro East: Sept. 14-20

By T. L. Boudreaux | Sep 14, 2025

Don't miss out on these family & kids events happening in Metro East this week.

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Mike Bost highlights auto industry talks, border policy stance, and agriculture award

By T. K. Wolfe | Sep 14, 2025

Rep. Mike Bost shared updates between September 12-14, highlighting meetings with auto dealers, his support for border legislation, and recognition by an agricultural group.

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Mike Bost highlights National Truck Driver Appreciation Week and pays tribute to Jim Edgar

By C. M. Davis | Sep 14, 2025

Rep. Mike Bost posted on September 14 about National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, meetings with disability employment advocates, and mourning former Governor Jim Edgar's passing.

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Mike Bost discusses auto industry, immigration bill, and biofuel support in recent statements

By T. K. Wolfe | Sep 14, 2025

Rep. Mike Bost detailed meetings with automobile dealers, advocated stricter immigration enforcement measures, and celebrated an award recognizing his support of Southern Illinois agriculture between September 12-14, 2025

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Rep. Mike Bost highlights trucking week, disability advocacy meetings, and Jim Edgar's passing

By C. M. Davis | Sep 14, 2025

Rep. Mike Bost posted on September 14 about launching National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, meeting disability advocacy groups such as Challenge Unlimited and SourceAmerica, and mourning former Governor Jim Edgar's death.

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Home sales in Madison County during week ending Sept. 6

By Y. M. Paxton | Sep 13, 2025

There were two reported residential sales in Madison County in the week ending Sept. 6, according to BlockShopper.com.

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Madison County responsible for 8th-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during July

By C. M. Lange | Sep 13, 2025

Madison County residents paid approximately $4.1 million in sales taxes, the eighth highest total paid per county in July.

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Fairview Heights residents rank 69th in total sales taxes paid per muncipality in Illinois for July

By M. W. Rivera | Sep 13, 2025

Fairview Heights residents paid just under $1.4 million in sales taxes, ranking 69th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in July.

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City of Edwardsville Tourism Advisory Committee met Sept. 11

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 13, 2025

City of Edwardsville Tourism Advisory Committee met Thursday, Sept. 11

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City of Edwardsville Public Services Committee met Sept. 10

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 13, 2025

cCity of Edwardsville Public Services Committee met Wednesday, Sept. 10

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City of Edwardsville Administrative & Community Services Committee met Sept. 11

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 13, 2025

City of Edwardsville Administrative & Community Services Committee met Thursday, Sept. 11

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City of O'Fallon Library Board met Sept. 8

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 13, 2025

City of O'Fallon Library Board met Monday, Sept. 8

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City of Collinsville City Council met Sept. 9

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 13, 2025

City of Collinsville City Council met Tuesday, Sept. 9