Mercer County voters may have a different experience in the next election. While some voters may have to travel somewhat farther to cast their ballots, they will hopefully not have to wait as long as ...

Includes profiles of candidates in Collinsville, Granite City, Highland, Madison, Maryville, New Baden, Trenton, and Troy.

The News-Democrat has contacted candidates in township races in the April 1 election in St. Clair and Madison counties and asked them to complete a detailed questionnaire.

In a statement to WDRB, Board President Joe Jarles said they were told about the vote, but have yet to hear directly from the commissioners themselves—who appointed the board.

Here's a list of Columbia mayoral, city council, and school board candidates, as well as propositions voters will see on the ...