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CITY OF BELLEVILLE: Learn about the 2020 Census Count and the importance of being counted.

Like many others, you probably have questions regarding the 2020 Census, such as; Why is an accurate count so important?

By Press release submission | Jan 11, 2020

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Belleville City Council clears way for cannabis sales, but no takers as of yet

The Belleville City Council has approved zoning changes that would allow a recreational marijuana dispensary to operate in the area.

By Glenn Minnis | Dec 24, 2019

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'Southern Illinois has a bright future,' Sen. Plummer says after hosting area students

By Glenn Minnis | Dec 22, 2019

Illinois state Sen. Jason Plummer (R-Edwardsville) came away from his inaugural Youth Advisory Conference thoroughly convinced that his Southern Illinois community is in good hands going forward.

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Help is on the way, Rep. Davidsmeyer tells flooding victims in 100th District

By Glenn Minnis | 2 months ago

Illinois state Rep. C. D. Davidsmeyer (R-Jacksonville) wants residents of his 100th District impacted by recent heavy flooding to know that the state and U.S. Small Business Association (SBA) are offering loans for those affected in 2019.

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ST. ELIZABETH'S HOSPITAL: This Holiday Season, “Be the Giving Type” by Giving Blood

By Press release submission | Nov 29, 2019

HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital, in conjunction with Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center (MVRBC), is hosting a blood drive Tuesday, Dec. 10, from 11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

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ALTON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL: Nov. 16 Trivia Night Helps People Like John Sanders

By Press release submission | Nov 16, 2019

John Sanders went to orientation for his new job and was excited to get started.

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CITY OF O'FALLON: Veterans’ Day Ceremony Moved to First Baptist Church; Parade Cancelled

By Press release submission | Nov 9, 2019

Due to the forecasted weather, the Veterans’ Day Ceremony scheduled for Monday, November 11, 2019 at 11 a.m. has been relocated to First Baptist Church of O’Fallon, 1111 E. US 50, O’Fallon, Illinois.

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CITY OF COLLINSVILLE: Festival of Trees 2019

By Press release submission | Nov 9, 2019

Joyously celebrate the holidays by joining us at the 26th Anniversary of the Festival of Trees held at the Collinsville Gateway Convention Center

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Elik fundraiser planned for Nov. 19

By Glenn Minnis | Nov 7, 2019

Republican House candidate Amy Elik is slated to host a fundraiser on Nov. 19 at the LoveJoy Event Center in Alton in her run against state Rep. Monica Bristow (D-Alton) in the 111th District.

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Sen. Plummer alerts 54th District constituents of a phone scam targeting the elderly

By Glenn Minnis | Oct 21, 2019

Illinois state Sen. Jason Plummer (R-Edwardsville) is taking it upon himself to spread the word about an Illinois State Police (ISP) alert warning the public of a nationwide phone scam targeting the elderly.

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102 living veterans in Madison County have earned Purple Heart, Medal of Honor or POW Medal

By Local Labs News Service | Oct 21, 2019

The number of living Purple Heart, Medal of Honor, or POW Medal recipients in Madison County, Illinois for fiscal year 2017 was 102, according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

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11 living veterans in Jersey County have earned Purple Heart, Medal of Honor or POW Medal

By Local Labs News Service | Oct 20, 2019

The number of living Purple Heart, Medal of Honor, or POW Medal recipients in Jersey County, Illinois for fiscal year 2017 was 11, according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

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Rep. Stuart defends secret construction of a Planned Parenthood abortion clinic in her 112th District

By Glenn Minnis | Oct 18, 2019

As opposition to a new Planned Parenthood “mega abortion clinic” in her 112th District grows, Illinois state Rep. Katie Stuart (D-Edwardsville) continues to defend the essentially secret construction project as being a benefit to the region.

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Sen. Plummer rallies constituents to participate in 'Wall of Honor' Veterans Day tribute

By Glenn Minnis | Oct 15, 2019

Illinois state Sen. Jason Plummer (R-Edwardsville) is enlisting the aid of his constituents to ensure that military veterans across the state get the recognition they deserve on Veterans Day.

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VILLAGE OF GLEN CARBON: Large Item Pick Up

By Press release submission | Oct 14, 2019

We would like to remind residents that Large Item Pick Up will take place next week, Oct. 14, thru Oct. 18, 2019 on residents regular trash day.

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Fairview Heights Planned Parenthood looking to profit off Missouri abortion market, pro-life leaders say

By W.J. Kennedy | Oct 11, 2019

Hundreds of pro-lifers protested in Fairview Heights Wednesday against a new 18,000-square-foot Planned Parenthood (PP) clinic they say is capitalizing on anticipated growth in abortion business from Missouri.

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CITY OF O'FALLON: O’Fallon City Cemetery Walk – October 12, 2019

By Press release submission | Oct 6, 2019

The O’Fallon Historic Preservation Commission will be hosting a Cemetery Walk of prominent City of O’Fallon residents buried in the Shiloh Valley Cemetery (also known as Shiloh City Cemetery – S. Main Street) on Saturday October 12th at 3:00 p.m.

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2018 Recap: Parolees near Illinois zip code 62294 convicted of property crimes

By Local Labs News Service | Sep 30, 2019

There was an offender convicted of a property crime released on parole near Illinois zip code 62294 during 2018, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Metro East Sun.

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2018 Recap: Parolees near Illinois zip code 62294 convicted of financial crimes or fraud

By Local Labs News Service | Sep 30, 2019

There was an offender convicted of a financial crime or fraud released on parole near Illinois zip code 62294 during 2018, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Metro East Sun.

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2018 Recap: Parolees near Illinois zip code 62289 convicted of crimes against persons

By Local Labs News Service | Sep 29, 2019

There was an offender convicted of a crime against a person released on parole near Illinois zip code 62289 during 2018, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Metro East Sun.