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Subcommittee holds hearing on veteran healthcare legislation

By Metro East Sun | Sep 11, 2024

Today, Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-Iowa), the Chairwoman of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Health, delivered opening remarks at the start of the subcommittee’s legislative hearing on 16 bills aimed at enhancing healthcare and services for veterans.

Nation remembers lives lost on September 11

By Metro East Sun | Sep 11, 2024

On Patriot Day, the nation reflects on and honors the lives lost on September 11th. This day serves as a reminder to come together in unity, honoring the memories of those who perished and supporting one another with kindness and strength.

Patriot Day: remembering September 11 and honoring innocent lives lost

By Metro East Sun | Sep 11, 2024

On Patriot Day, we remember and honor the lives lost on September 11th. Let’s come together as one to honor the memories of those we lost and to support one another with kindness and strength.

Unchanged number of lawyers with active licenses to practice in cities located within St. Clair County in August compared to previous month

By Metro East Sun | Sep 10, 2024

There was no change in the number of active legal licenses in cities within St. Clair County in August compared to the previous month.

St. Clair County residents pay $39,335 in Metro-East Mass Transit District Vehicle Fee Tax in June

By Metro East Sun | Sep 10, 2024

In June, St. Clair County saw an increase in Metro-East Mass Transit District Vehicle Fee Tax collection compared to the previous month.

City of Edwardsville Human Relations Commission met Sept. 9

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 10, 2024

City of Edwardsville Human Relations Commission met Monday, Sept. 9

City of Edwardsville Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee met Sept. 4

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 10, 2024

City of Edwardsville Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee met Wednesday, Sept. 4

City of Edwardsville Public Services Committee met Aug. 13

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 10, 2024

City of Edwardsville Public Services Committee met Tuesday, Aug. 13

City of O'Fallon Library Board met Aug. 12

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 10, 2024

City of O'Fallon Library Board met Monday, Aug. 12

City of O'Fallon Library Board met Sept. 9

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 10, 2024

City of O'Fallon Library Board met Monday, Sept. 9

City of O'Fallon Board of Fire & Police Commissioners met Sept. 4

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 10, 2024

City of O'Fallon Board of Fire & Police Commissioners met Wednesday, Sept. 4

City of Collinsville City Council will meet Sept. 10

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 10, 2024

City of Collinsville City Council will meet Tuesday, Sept. 10

City of Belleville Traffic Committee will meet Sept. 10

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 10, 2024

City of Belleville Traffic Committee will meet Tuesday, Sept. 10

City of Belleville Police & Fire Committee met Sept. 9

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 10, 2024

City of Belleville Police & Fire Committee met Monday, Sept. 9

City of Belleville Ordinance & Legal Review Committee will meet Sept. 10

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 10, 2024

City of Belleville Ordinance & Legal Review Committee will meet Tuesday, Sept. 10

City of Belleville Finance Committee met Sept. 9

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 10, 2024

City of Belleville Finance Committee met Monday, Sept. 9

Sen. Jason Plummer on state flag redesign: 'At the end of the day it's just a lame PR move by politicians who have neglected to solve any real problems'

By Metro East Sun | Sep 10, 2024

Senator Jason Plummer (R-Edwardsville) of the Illinois State Senate stated that Illinois lawmakers should address the financial issues of their constituents instead of allocating resources to projects like the state flag redesign. Plummer shared his statement on Facebook on August 30.

Gen. John D. Lamontagne assumes command of AMC at Scott Air Force Base

By Metro East Sun | Sep 10, 2024

Rep. Schmidt attended a Change of Command ceremony at Scott Air Force Base, where Air Mobility Command (AMC) officially welcomed its new commander. Gen. John D. Lamontagne assumed command from Gen. Michael A. Minihan, who is retiring after 34 years of service.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on E85 gas in cities in Madison County in week ending Aug. 31?

By Metro East Sun | Sep 9, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Madison County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.