Metro East Sun

City of Edwardsville Administrative & Community Services Committee met Thursday, Oct. 10

City of O'Fallon Library Board met Oct. 14

City of O'Fallon Library Board met Monday, Oct. 14

City of O'Fallon Community Development Committee met Oct. 14

City of O'Fallon Community Development Committee met Monday, Oct. 14

City of Belleville Police & Fire Committee met Oct. 14

City of Belleville Police & Fire Committee met Monday, Oct. 14

City of Belleville Historic Preservation Commission met Sept. 18

City of Belleville Historic Preservation Commission met Wednesday, Sept. 18

Analysis: Marissa Community Unit School District 40 administrators rank 287th lowest in state for average salary in 2023

Administrators in Marissa Community Unit School District 40 earn an average of $98,408 per year, ranking 287th lowest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

City of Belleville Historic Preservation Commission met Oct. 15

City of Belleville Historic Preservation Commission met Tuesday, Oct. 15

City of Belleville Finance Committee met Oct. 14

City of Belleville Finance Committee met Monday, Oct. 14

Rep. Kevin Schmidt donates October pay raise to local food pantry

State Representative Kevin Schmidt has donated his October pay raise to Lebanon Matthew 25:40 Ministries, the organization behind the Lebanon Food Pantry. This contribution is part of Schmidt's ongoing commitment to donate his monthly pay raise to local food pantries or non-profit organizations in his district. This initiative follows his vote against a legislative pay raise last year.

Kevin Schmidt outlines legislative efforts supporting Illinois veterans

State Representative Kevin Schmidt has highlighted his legislative efforts aimed at improving the lives of veterans in Illinois. In a recent statement, he outlined several bills he has worked on since taking office two years ago.

Rep. Elik supports Alton High School's homecoming celebration

Rep. Elik is showing support for Alton High School's Homecoming Week with the initiative "Painting the Town Red." The event celebrates the students, teachers, staff, administrators, and community members who have come together to ensure a fun Homecoming experience.

Cheapest regular gas in cities across St. Clair County in week ending Oct. 12

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout St. Clair County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

10 lawyers in good standing in cities within Jersey County as of September

Cities within Jersey County recorded 10 lawyers in good standing to practice law as of September.

2023: Bethalto Consolidated Unit School District 8 administrators rank 295th lowest in state for average salary

Administrators in Bethalto Consolidated Unit School District 8 earn an average of $98,804 per year, ranking 295th lowest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

1 gas station in cities throughout Madison County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Oct. 12

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Madison County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Illinois sees over 41,000 vehicle thefts in 2023

In 2023, Illinois experienced a significant number of vehicle thefts, with over 41,000 vehicles reported stolen. The Caucus Blog of the Illinois House Republicans has identified the top ten vehicles that were most frequently targeted by thieves in the state.

Illinois celebrates National Fossil Day with focus on Tully Monster

The Illinois state fossil, the Tully Monster, is being highlighted in celebration of National Fossil Day. This day encourages individuals to learn more about prehistoric fossils and their significance.

Senator Harriss honors local heroes for life-saving efforts