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City of O'Fallon City Council met Monday, Oct. 7

City of Collinsville City Council met Oct. 8

City of Collinsville City Council met Tuesday, Oct. 8

City of Belleville Traffic Committee met Oct. 8

City of Belleville Traffic Committee met Tuesday, Oct. 8

City of Belleville Planning Commission met Oct. 2

City of Belleville Planning Commission met Wednesday, Oct. 2

City of Belleville Economic Development & Annexation Committee met Oct. 2

City of Belleville Economic Development & Annexation Committee met Wednesday, Oct. 2

City of Belleville City Council met Oct. 7

City of Belleville City Council met Monday, Oct. 7

Analysis: Brooklyn Community Unit School District 188 administrators rank 369th lowest in state for average salary in 2023

By Metro East Sun | Oct 9, 2024

Administrators in Brooklyn Community Unit School District 188 earn an average of $103,439 per year, ranking 369th lowest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

St. Clair County taxpayers give $2.5 million in Metro-East Transit District Sales Tax in July

By Metro East Sun | Oct 9, 2024

In July, St. Clair County saw a decrease in Metro-East Transit District Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Prairie State sales taxes: St. Clair County residents paid 7th-largest sum in July

St. Clair County residents paid $4.2 million in sales taxes, the seventh highest total paid per county in July.

2 fewer attorneys held active licenses to practice law in cities within St. Clair County in Q3 compared to the previous quarter

The number of lawyers with active licenses in cities within St. Clair County in the third quarter of 2024 decreased in comparison to the previous quarter.

National Hero Day celebrates everyday heroes

On National Hero Day, the focus is on recognizing everyday heroes who contribute positively to society. This day highlights individuals ranging from first responders to community leaders and others who impact lives significantly. The public is encouraged to express gratitude towards those who enhance our world.

Bethalto DMV relocates temporarily during renovation

The Bethalto DMV is undergoing renovations to transform into a One-Stop-Shop, aimed at streamlining customer service by enabling transactions to be completed at a single counter. As part of this project, the DMV will be temporarily closed from October 7 through October 18. During this period, services are being relocated to the Bethalto Village Hall.

Rep. Kevin Schmidt joins panel discussing youth mental health policy impacts

State Representative Kevin Schmidt participated in the 2024 Fall Gathering of the Youth Mental Health & Wellness Coalition of St. Clair County. The event included a panel where legislators listened to youth, service providers, and mental health advocates discuss the impact of policy on their lives. Schmidt engaged with participants by asking questions to understand their expectations from Springfield.

Rep. Charlie Meier urges action during Fire Prevention Week

Rep. Charlie Meier has emphasized the importance of Fire Prevention Week, urging individuals to take proactive measures to mitigate fire risks in their homes and communities. "It's Fire Prevention Week, let's all take concrete action towards eliminating the threat of fires in our homes and communities. Every small action is a step towards saving lives and keeping people safe," stated Meier.

Rep. Amy Elik shares updates on district activities and statewide initiatives

State Representative Amy Elik has been active across the 111th district, attending various events and initiatives. Recently, she visited the Community Hope Center in Cottage Hills to understand their priorities. On October 4th, National Manufacturing Day was celebrated at SWIC's event, attended by over 1500 high school students from 45 schools, highlighting career opportunities in manufacturing.

Chairman of St. Clair County Republicans on voter data breach: 'It's time to secure these systems and stop leaving citizens vulnerable'

Michael Butler, Chairman of St. Clair County Republicans, has raised concerns over a significant data breach that exposed millions of Illinois residents to potential identity theft. He emphasized the urgent need for counties to enhance security measures and protect sensitive personal information to maintain public trust. Butler shared his statement with Metro East Sun on September 27.

St. Clair County residents pay $648,293 in County Flood Protection Tax in July

In July, St. Clair County saw a decrease in County Flood Protection Tax collection compared to the previous month.

$216,251 in County Sales Tax collected in July for St. Clair County

In July, St. Clair County saw a decrease in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

2023: Venice Community Unit School District 3 administrators rank 410th lowest in state for average salary

Administrators in Venice Community Unit School District 3 earn an average of $105,964 per year, ranking 410th lowest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Elik's shred day event sees large turnout in Granite City