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Prairie State Sales Taxes: Jersey County residents paid 48th-largest sum in July

By C. M. Lange | Sep 11, 2025

Jersey County residents paid $469,755 in sales taxes, the 48th highest total paid per county in July.

How many inmates sentenced in St. Clair County will be released during week ending Sept. 20?

By G. T. Bliss | Sep 11, 2025

There were six inmates who were sentenced in St. Clair County and are set to be released from prison in the week ending Sept. 20.

Illinois lawmakers introduce resolution honoring late conservative leader Charlie Kirk

By C. M. Davis | Sep 11, 2025

U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12), along with Representatives Mary Miller (IL-15) and Darin LaHood (IL-18), has introduced a House resolution to honor the life and legacy of Charlie Kirk, a conservative leader and Illinois native who was...

Illinois House Republicans mark anniversary of September 11 attacks

By C. M. Davis | Sep 11, 2025

On September 11, 2025, Illinois House Republicans issued a statement marking the 24th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks.

Mike Bost addresses attack on Charlie Kirk and marks September 11 anniversary

By C. M. Davis | Sep 11, 2025

Rep. Mike Bost posted about the attack and death of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University on September 10-11, 2025, while also honoring those lost during September 11th commemorations.

Illinois Department of Corrections to release 1 inmate sentenced in Madison County during week ending Sept. 20

By G. T. Bliss | Sep 10, 2025

There was one inmate who was sentenced in Madison County and is set to be released from prison in the week ending Sept. 20.

Mike Bost addresses tax cuts, education policy, and veterans' advocacy in recent statements

By C. M. Davis | Sep 10, 2025

Rep. Mike Bost posted several updates between September 8-10, 2025 about his role in passing middle-class tax cuts under President Trump’s administration; federal opposition to state-level tuition policies for undocumented residents; and an award...

Jersey County taxpayers give $46,002 in County Sales Tax in July

By M. W. Rivera | Sep 10, 2025

In July, Jersey County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Chairman Bost secures major Transition Assistance Program reforms in defense authorization bill

By T. K. Wolfe | Sep 10, 2025

The House of Representatives has passed H.R. 3838, the Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 (NDAA), which includes significant changes to the Transition...

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Which former Metro East Sun area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Sept. 13?

By M. G. Bartholomew | Sep 10, 2025

These former Metro East Sun area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Sept. 13.

$154,622 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collected in July for Jersey County

By M. W. Rivera | Sep 9, 2025

In July, Jersey County saw a decrease in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Critics highlight mismanagement under Governor Pritzker as key issues mount

By C. M. Davis | Sep 9, 2025

The Illinois Department of Corrections has not been able to calculate recidivism rates since 2022, according to a recent report by WGN.

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Which former Metro East Sun area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, Sept. 12?

By M. G. Bartholomew | Sep 9, 2025

This former Metro East Sun area high school standout will be in action on Friday, Sept. 12.

Madison County taxpayers give approximately $1.2 million in Countywide Sales Tax in July

By M. W. Rivera | Sep 8, 2025

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

Rep. Bost on fentanyl crisis: We must 'hold Chinese producers and officials accountable for the spread of illicit fentanyl'

By T. K. Wolfe | Sep 8, 2025

U.S. Representative Mike Bost of Illinois has expressed his support for the Stop Chinese Fentanyl Act, stating that it will hold producers accountable and protect communities from opioids.

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Prairie State Sales Taxes: Jersey County residents paid 48th-largest sum in July

How many inmates sentenced in St. Clair County will be released during week ending Sept. 20?

Illinois lawmakers introduce resolution honoring late conservative leader Charlie Kirk

Illinois House Republicans mark anniversary of September 11 attacks

Mike Bost addresses attack on Charlie Kirk and marks September 11 anniversary

Illinois Department of Corrections to release 1 inmate sentenced in Madison County during week ending Sept. 20

Mike Bost addresses tax cuts, education policy, and veterans' advocacy in recent statements

Jersey County taxpayers give $46,002 in County Sales Tax in July

Chairman Bost secures major Transition Assistance Program reforms in defense authorization bill

Which former Metro East Sun area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Sept. 13?

$154,622 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collected in July for Jersey County

Critics highlight mismanagement under Governor Pritzker as key issues mount

Which former Metro East Sun area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, Sept. 12?

Madison County taxpayers give approximately $1.2 million in Countywide Sales Tax in July

Rep. Bost on fentanyl crisis: We must 'hold Chinese producers and officials accountable for the spread of illicit fentanyl'

Schmidt announces mobile office hours for district residents in October

Elik and Harriss host job fair in Alton with strong community turnout

Mike Bost highlights legislative actions and community events in recent posts

Mike Bost highlights appropriations vote, firefighter engagement, and choir recognition

Which former Metro East Sun area high school standouts will be in action on Thursday, Sept. 11?

Madison County Republicans vice chair: Charlie Kirk championed 'courageous dialogue in the face of hatred'

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