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1 H-1B petition filed by employers classified under Information industry across Metro East Sun publication area in 2024

By Metro East Sun | Mar 30, 2025

In 2024, one H-1B petition was filed by an employer classified under the Information industry located within the Metro East Sun publication area, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Week ending March 16: No new registered sex offenders living in Jersey County

By Metro East Sun | Mar 30, 2025

The Illinois Police Sex Offender Registry shows there are no new registered sex offenders living in Jersey County as of the week ending March 16.

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2023-24 school year sees 280 students enrolled at Signal Hill School District 181

By Metro East Sun | Mar 29, 2025

Enrollment at Signal Hill School District 181 fell from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Metro East Sun area weekly mass times

By Metro East Sun | Mar 29, 2025

The following parishes in the Metro East Sun coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Collinsville residents paid 49th-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during December 2024

By Metro East Sun | Mar 29, 2025

Collinsville residents paid $1.6 million in sales taxes, the 49th highest total paid per municipality in December 2024.

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St. Clair County: Medicaid made up 4.7% of total income in 2022

By Metro East Sun | Mar 29, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 4.7% of income in St. Clair County, providing an average of $2,546 per capita to residents.

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How many students are enrolled at High Mount School District 116 in 2023-24 school year?

By Metro East Sun | Mar 28, 2025

Enrollment at High Mount School District 116 were unchanged from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Bill proposed to waive vehicle fees for active military in Illinois

By Metro East Sun | Mar 28, 2025

State Representative Kevin Schmidt has introduced a new bill aimed at supporting active-duty military personnel in Illinois by eliminating their vehicle registration fees.

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New DAV office opens in Freeburg with Schmidt, local leaders in attendance

By Metro East Sun | Mar 28, 2025

John Schmidt attended the grand opening of the new Disabled American Veterans (DAV) facility in Freeburg yesterday, alongside Superintendent John Lawson and Mike Gomric from the Veterans Assistance Commission of St. Clair County.

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Schmidt seeks legislation to support constituents and military personnel

By Metro East Sun | Mar 28, 2025

State Representative Kevin Schmidt's recent activities in the 114th District have involved meetings with constituents and legislative proposals.

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Madison County Consolidated Election Day is coming up on April 1

By Metro East Sun | Mar 27, 2025

Municipal officials in Madison County — including mayors, village board members, and school board members — are on the ballot on April 1, the first Tuesday in April.

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Madison County Republicans Vice Chairman: Deerfield locker room incident 'sends a dangerous message that women’s safety is negotiable'

By Metro East Sun | Mar 27, 2025

Jennifer Korte, Vice Chairman of the Madison County Republicans, said a recent incident at a Deerfield middle school violated federal authority and women’s rights.

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474 students enrolled at New Athens Community Unit School District 60 in 2023-24 school year

By Metro East Sun | Mar 27, 2025

Enrollment at New Athens Community Unit School District 60 fell from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Eighth grader serves as Representative Charlie Meier's page for a day

By Metro East Sun | Mar 27, 2025

State Representative Charlie Meier greeted Titus Jefferson to Springfield for a special opportunity to serve as "Page for the Day."

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Rep. Mike Bost discusses issues including the Farm Bill, tax relief, and foreign influence

By Metro East Sun | Mar 27, 2025

Rep. Mike Bost, representing Illinois' 12th district, interacted with local agricultural representatives and leaders to discuss critical matters, including tax relief measures and foreign influences in education, in tweets posted on March 26-27, 2025

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Charlie Meier publicly opposes introduction of iGaming in Illinois on radio show

By Metro East Sun | Mar 27, 2025

Illinois State Representative Charlie Meier expressed his opposition to recent iGaming proposals during an appearance on KMOX's Total Information AM.

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VA Inspector General report confirms concerns over unnecessary $3 billion funding

By Metro East Sun | Mar 27, 2025

On March 27, 2025, a report from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Office of the Inspector General (OIG) was released, drawing attention to a financial dispute within the Biden administration.

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HIRE Vets Medallion Program recognizes employers supporting veteran employment

By Metro East Sun | Mar 27, 2025

The HIRE Vets Medallion Program, managed by the Department of Labor's Veterans' Employment and Training Service (VETS), is designed to recognize employers for hiring and retaining veterans.

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Rep. Mike Bost discusses critical issues with local stakeholders

By Metro East Sun | Mar 27, 2025

In a recent series of tweets, Congressman Mike Bost reflected on meetings with agricultural stakeholders and addressed issues affecting local economies and educational institutions, dating back to March 26-27, 2025.

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How many students are enrolled at Marissa Community Unit School District 40 in 2023-24 school year?

By Metro East Sun | Mar 26, 2025

Enrollment at Marissa Community Unit School District 40 fell from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.