Bost sworn in to another term

U.S. Representative Mike Bost (R-Murphysboro) sworn in to serve another term in office as part of the 119th Congress. “This kid from Murphysboro, Illinois, has been blessed beyond measure to…

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The results are in…

Despite only one contested local race, voter turnout in Tuesday’s election was very high in Monroe County.  Unofficial final numbers indicate over 81 percent of registered voters in the county…

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Bost or Roberts for congress?

Voters will decide on a contested race for Illinois 12th Congressional District U.S. Representative on Nov. 5 between incumbent Republican Mike Bost and Democratic challenger Brian Roberts. The 12th District…

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Little surprise in primary

Tuesday’s primary election saw somewhat below average voter turnout, though some Monroe County residents still packed into their polling places throughout the day. In the race between Darren Bailey and…

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Bost, Bailey in primary showdown

Republican voters will decide their nominee for Illinois 12th Congressional District U.S. Representative on March 19 between incumbent Mike Bost and challenger Darren Bailey.  The 12th District encompasses mostly the…

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Bailey running vs. Bost

There will be a contested 2024 Republican primary race for the Illinois 12th Congressional District seat currently held by U.S. Rep. Mike Bost. Bost, who announced recently he is seeking…

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Vote early, or on time

Early voting and vote-by-mail for the Nov. 8 election has been keeping pace with 2018 numbers, according to Monroe County Clerk Jonathan McLean. Despite a “light” turnout during the first…

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November races are set

The June 28 primary election cleared the way for some key contested races this November.  For elected Monroe County offices, two Republican incumbents will face challenges from Democrats. Running against…

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