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Community invited to butterfly release ceremonies across central Illinois

HSHS Home Care will hold butterfly release ceremonies at various Hospital Sisters Health System hospitals across central Illinois.

By Metro East Sun | May 2, 2025

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Chairman of Madison County Republicans: Putting Pritzker in charge of the country would spread 'dysfunction nationwide'

Ray Wesley, chairman of the Madison County Republicans, said Gov. J.B. Pritzker is prioritizing a partisan agenda over the interests of Illinois citizens, telling the Metro East Sun that Pritzker’s remarks suggest he would be a “disastrous president.”

By Metro East Sun | Apr 30, 2025

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Orthopedic care practice launches in Belleville with surgeon Anthony Hollins

By Metro East Sun | Apr 28, 2025

Touchette Orthopedic Care has launched a new practice in Belleville, Illinois, featuring board-certified orthopedic surgeon Dr. Anthony Hollins.

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Madison County Republicans chairman: 'President Trump is working toward creating more equal academic opportunities'

By Metro East Sun | Apr 15, 2025

Ray Wesley, chairman of Madison County Republicans, said that the Trump administration is holding universities like Northwestern accountable for prioritizing student success based on merit and character.

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Nicole Garner joins HSHS Medical Group as physician assistant at O’Fallon

By Metro East Sun | Apr 4, 2025

HSHS Medical Group has announced the addition of Nicole Garner, PA-C, to their orthopedic team based in O’Fallon.

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Madison County Consolidated Election Day is coming up on April 1

By Metro East Sun | Mar 27, 2025

Municipal officials in Madison County — including mayors, village board members, and school board members — are on the ballot on April 1, the first Tuesday in April.

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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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Ray Wesley, Chairman of Madison County Republicans: 'Illinois deserves better leadership'

By Metro East Sun | Mar 10, 2025

Madison County Republicans Chairman Ray Wesley has criticized Governor JB Pritzker for his handling of Illinois' Health Benefits for Immigrant Adults program, alleging that it resulted in the waste of $1.6 billion in taxpayer funds while...

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Madison County Republicans chairman: President Trump's address showcased 'a future built on prosperity and self-determination'

By Metro East Sun | Mar 7, 2025

Ray Wesley, chairman of the Madison County Republicans, said that President Trump's address to Congress championed a vision for a stronger, self-reliant nation driven by economic growth and America-first policies.

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U.S. Rep. Bost: SOLAR Act 'stops taxpayer-funded solar projects from steamrolling local communities'

By Metro East Sun | Feb 27, 2025

Rep. Mike Bost of Illinois' 12th Congressional District said that the SOLAR Act is designed to prevent taxpayer-funded solar projects from overwhelming local communities and threatening Southern Illinois farmland.

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Madison County Republicans chairman: 'Illinois lawmakers should focus on providing true compassion through life-affirming alternatives'

By Metro East Sun | Feb 26, 2025

Ray Wesley, Chairman of the Madison County Republicans, has expressed strong opposition to a proposed Illinois assisted suicide bill.

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Rep. Mike Bost: 'China and other bad actors have gotten away with cheating our trade laws'

By Metro East Sun | Feb 20, 2025

U.S. Representative Mike Bost of Illinois' 12th Congressional District announced the introduction of the Fighting Trade Cheats Act, aimed at providing U.S. manufacturers with tools to hold foreign trade violators accountable.

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HSHS Home Care launches annual 'Cram the Car' drive amid National Canned Food Month

By Metro East Sun | Feb 20, 2025

HSHS Home Care is organizing its annual "Cram the Car" food drive this February, coinciding with National Canned Food Month.

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Bost on Madigan conviction: ‘I’ve been very vocal in calling out his blatant corruption’

By Metro East Sun Reports | Feb 12, 2025

A federal jury has convicted former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan on 10 counts of bribery, conspiracy and wire fraud.

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Christopher Belt introduces SB0021 in Senate on Jan. 13—here’s what you need to know

By Metro East Sun | Jan 14, 2025

Senate Bill SB0021, backed by Christopher Belt, was introduced in the Illinois Senate on Jan. 13, according to the Illinois General Assembly.

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HB1309 presented by Jay Hoffman on Jan. 13 in the House

By Metro East Sun | Jan 14, 2025

The Illinois House introduced House Bill HB1309 on Jan. 13, with Jay Hoffman as the lead sponsor.

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Christopher Belt introduces SB0058 in Senate on Jan. 13—here’s what you need to know

By Metro East Sun | Jan 14, 2025

The Illinois Senate introduced Senate Bill SB0058 on Jan. 13, with Christopher Belt as the lead sponsor.

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House to review HB1286 introduced by Jay Hoffman on Jan. 13

By Metro East Sun | Jan 14, 2025

House Bill HB1286, backed by Jay Hoffman, was introduced in the Illinois House on Jan. 13, according to the Illinois General Assembly.

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Jay Hoffman brings HB1310 to the Illinois House on Jan. 13—what to know

By Metro East Sun | Jan 14, 2025

House Bill HB1310, backed by Jay Hoffman, was introduced in the Illinois House on Jan. 13, according to the Illinois General Assembly.

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Christopher Belt brings SB0022 to the Illinois Senate on Jan. 13—what to know

By Metro East Sun | Jan 14, 2025

The Illinois Senate introduced Senate Bill SB0022 on Jan. 13, with Christopher Belt as the lead sponsor.

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Community invited to butterfly release ceremonies across central Illinois

Chairman of Madison County Republicans: Putting Pritzker in charge of the country would spread 'dysfunction nationwide'

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Orthopedic care practice launches in Belleville with surgeon Anthony Hollins

Madison County Republicans chairman: 'President Trump is working toward creating more equal academic opportunities'

Nicole Garner joins HSHS Medical Group as physician assistant at O’Fallon

Madison County Consolidated Election Day is coming up on April 1

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

Ray Wesley, Chairman of Madison County Republicans: 'Illinois deserves better leadership'

Madison County Republicans chairman: President Trump's address showcased 'a future built on prosperity and self-determination'

U.S. Rep. Bost: SOLAR Act 'stops taxpayer-funded solar projects from steamrolling local communities'

Madison County Republicans chairman: 'Illinois lawmakers should focus on providing true compassion through life-affirming alternatives'

Rep. Mike Bost: 'China and other bad actors have gotten away with cheating our trade laws'

HSHS Home Care launches annual 'Cram the Car' drive amid National Canned Food Month

Bost on Madigan conviction: ‘I’ve been very vocal in calling out his blatant corruption’

Christopher Belt introduces SB0021 in Senate on Jan. 13—here’s what you need to know

HB1309 presented by Jay Hoffman on Jan. 13 in the House

Christopher Belt introduces SB0058 in Senate on Jan. 13—here’s what you need to know

House to review HB1286 introduced by Jay Hoffman on Jan. 13

Jay Hoffman brings HB1310 to the Illinois House on Jan. 13—what to know

Christopher Belt brings SB0022 to the Illinois Senate on Jan. 13—what to know

Rep. Mike Bost engages community on Armed Forces Day and healthcare initiatives

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