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Office closure announced in honor of Abraham Lincoln's birthday

By Metro East Sun | Feb 12, 2025

Happy Birthday to the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln.

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Rep. Mike Bost discusses firefighting support and environmental legislation

By Metro East Sun | Feb 12, 2025

Rep. Mike Bost addressed key issues on February 12, discussing firefighter support with Illinois Fire Chiefs Association, legislative measures against using prime farmland for solar developments through his PANELS Act bill reintroduction, and...

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Rep. Schmidt calls for reform following Madigan's guilty verdict

By Metro East Sun | Feb 12, 2025

State Representative Kevin Schmidt from Millstadt has commented on the recent guilty verdict of former Speaker Michael Madigan.

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Illinois reflects on Abraham Lincoln's enduring legacy

By Metro East Sun | Feb 12, 2025

Abraham Lincoln, born on February 12, 1809, near Hodgenville, Kentucky, rose from modest beginnings to become a key figure in American history.

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Which former Metro East Sun area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Feb. 15?

By Metro East Sun | Feb 12, 2025

These former Metro East Sun area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Feb. 15.

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How many students from Marissa Community Unit School District 40 graduated in 2023-24 school year?

By Metro East Sun | Feb 11, 2025

The graduation rate in Marissa Community Unit School District 40 grew to 95.7% in the 2023-24 school year compared to the year before.

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The Registry shows no new sex offenders living in Jersey County as of January

By Metro East Sun | Feb 11, 2025

There were no new registered sex offenders living in Jersey County in January, compared to the month before, according to the Illinois Police Sex Offender Registry.

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Mascoutah Steak House named February Business of the Month by Rep. Kevin Schmidt

By Metro East Sun | Feb 11, 2025

Mascoutah Steak House has been recognized as the February Business of the Month by Representative Kevin Schmidt, who represents the 114th District.

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Rep. Mike Bost addresses office closure and comments on Trump's executive order

By Metro East Sun | Feb 11, 2025

Rep. Mike Bost announced a temporary closure of his Effingham office due to maintenance while also voicing support for President Trump's recent executive order regarding paper straws.

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Illinois Rep. Meier opposes new homeschool regulation bill

By Metro East Sun | Feb 11, 2025

Democratic legislators in Illinois have introduced House Bill 2827, known as the 'Homeschool Act,' which could significantly affect families opting for homeschooling.

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Hearing examines management issues in VA's education services under Biden-Harris Administration

By Metro East Sun | Feb 11, 2025

Rep. Derrick Van Orden, Chairman of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity, led an oversight hearing focused on the Department of Veterans Affairs' (VA) Education Services.

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Which former Metro East Sun area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, Feb. 14?

By Metro East Sun | Feb 11, 2025

This former Metro East Sun area high school standout will be in action on Friday, Feb. 14.

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Number of Highland Community Unit School District 5 students graduating rises in 2023-24 school year

By Metro East Sun | Feb 10, 2025

The graduation rate in Highland Community Unit School District 5 grew to 96.3% in the 2023-24 school year compared to the year before.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in St. Clair County in week ending Feb. 1?

By Metro East Sun | Feb 10, 2025

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout St. Clair County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 1, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Unchanged number of lawyers with active licenses to practice in cities located within Jersey County in January compared to previous month

By Metro East Sun | Feb 10, 2025

There was no change in the number of active legal licenses in cities within Jersey County in January compared to the previous month.

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Rep. Elik calls for action on immigration as Madigan trial continues

By Metro East Sun | Feb 10, 2025

This week, Representative Amy Elik provided updates on her recent activities and shared news from around Illinois.

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Senator Harriss offers free museum passes for Illinois residents

By Metro East Sun | Feb 10, 2025

State Senator Erica Harriss is offering residents of the 56th District a chance to explore Illinois museums and parks for free.

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Veterans groups express support for proposed ACCESS Act

By Metro East Sun | Feb 10, 2025

In January, House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Chairman Mike Bost and Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Chairman Jerry Moran introduced the Veterans' ACCESS Act of 2025.

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Mike Bost discusses key issues with law enforcement leaders

By Metro East Sun | Feb 10, 2025

Rep. Mike Bost shared updates about his recent engagements focusing on community safety, infrastructure development, and government efficiency reforms between February 8-10, 2025.

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Illinois politics sees tension over Trump resolutions; Luechtefeld honored

By Metro East Sun | Feb 10, 2025

The recent developments in Springfield and across Illinois have been varied, covering topics from political disagreements to personal stories of resilience.