Amazon announced a $10 billion investment to build a new data center campus in Montgomery City, Missouri, creating 400 direct jobs and generating hundreds of millions of dollars in tax revenue over the next 25 years.
RIVERBEND - As America celebrates its 250th birthday, the Riverbend is ringing in the anniversary with a bang. Here’s the ultimate fireworks and drone show guide for 2026. FRIDAY, JUNE 26, 2026 Godfrey What: Beverly Farm’s Annual Fireworks Display Where: Beverly Farm When: 9–10 p.m. More information: https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=1594388006023273&set=pb.100063562664610.-2207520000&type=3 SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 2026 Carlyle What: Carlyl
Tragedy is something that no one wants to experience. Unfortunately, that's exactly what happened to Bailey Reed and her kids Sunday morning when they saw a skydiving plane fall from the sky, crash into the ground and kill all 12 people on board in Butler, Missouri.
GODFREY - The Village of Godfrey’s Recreation Center Committee will hold a public meeting at 8 a.m. Thursday, June 18, 2026, at Village Hall, as the village continues a feasibility study on a possible recreation and community center. The meeting comes as village officials seek more public input and data on whether residents would use such a facility and what type of center might best fit the community. “You learn a lot from these committee meetings. That is the reason we are having
MARYVILLE, Ill. — Cambridge House of Maryville recently celebrated Supportive Living Week, including a visit from the Green Mount Road HOG motorcycle group, which gave residents a 7-mile motorcycle ride. The event took place at Cambridge House of Maryville, according to information provided by Angie Hillis. Hillis said the motorcycle group participated during Supportive Living Week. Cambridge House of Maryville said the Green Mount Road HOG group came to the community and gave residents
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois State Police (ISP) is celebrating its 40th anniversary of certification by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA). CALEA is an internationally recognized gold standard in public safety excellence. On June 15, 1986, ISP became the first state police agency in the United States to achieve CALEA accreditation, highlighting ISP’s vision of being one of the nation’s premier policing agencies. “ISP’s vision, mission,
O’FALLON, Ill. – HSHS Medical Group welcomes , to HSHS Medical Group Multispecialty Care - St. Elizabeth’s, at 3 St. Elizabeth’s Blvd., Suite 5000, in O’Fallon, Illinois. She provides comprehensive gastroenterology care for adults, evaluating and managing conditions such as gastroesophageal reflux disease, inflammatory bowel disease, liver disorders and irritable bowel syndrome. Croessman-Marshall earned a Master of Science in nursing from Walden University
EDWARDSVILLE — State Senator Jason Plummer and State Senator Erica Harriss are set to host an End of Session Town Hall event on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, to provide residents with an update on recent legislative activity from the 2026 spring session. The events are free and open to the public. Residents are encouraged to attend to learn more about actions taken during the spring session, ask questions, and share feedback on issues important to their communities. Edwardsville Town Hall
SPONSORED – Beloved local restaurant Joey B’s is making its expansion into St. Charles County at Lake St. Louis. Join their team at the upcoming job fair June 16-21 and be sure to make a visit during their grand opening in July! Sponsored content disclaimer: The information and advice displayed in this story are those [...]
CARLINVILLE - Carlinville will host a Community Blood Drive with ImpactLife, the provider of blood components for local hospitals. The blood drive will be from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm on Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at 201 West Main Street, inside Elks Lodge. What: Carlinville Community Blood Drive When: Wednesday, July 1, 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Where: Elks Lodge, 201 West Main Street, Carlinville, IL Appointments: To donate, please contact ImpactLife Springfield at (800) 747-5401 or visit
SPRINGFIELD, IL. - Members of the Jerseyville FFA chapter were honored June 9-11, 2026, at the 98th annual Illinois State FFA Convention in Springfield, Illinois, where more than 5,000 FFA members, advisers and guests gathered for the three-day event themed “Sparking Your Future.” The convention recognized achievements of Illinois FFA members, elected the major state officer team and celebrated agriculture. During the event, Jerseyville FFA members received several honors, with
CHICAGO – Today, Governor Pritzker walked the Puerto Rican People's Day Parade to celebrate the vibrant Puerto Rican community that enriches neighborhoods across Illinois. He greeted attendees and joined in the celebration alongside Chicago’s Puerto Rican community “Illinois is home to hundreds of thousands of Puerto Ricans who have shaped and strengthened our communities for generations," said Governor Pritzker. "It is my honor to stand with this community to celebrate the
CHICAGO — The Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) approved measures to allow the extension of gambling operations at the Chicago and Waukegan temporary casinos, while the permanent Bally’s Chicago and American Place Casino facilities are under construction. In addition, the IGB shared an update about its ongoing, data-based review of its voluntary Self-Exclusion Program with an announcement about significant enhancements and initiatives forthcoming. The IGB’s approval of the extensions
Cops are human beings. Despite constantly pretending they’re on a higher plane (see also: Thin Blue Line, etc.), they’re just as fallible as anyone else. Especially now. This occupation is self-selecting. Righting wrongs is rarely the main draw. It’s almost always the immense of amount of power that comes coupled with nearly zero accountability. There […]
Intoxicating Hemp: Refers to products such as Delta-8, THC-P, and HHC that are currently unregulated and sold outside of the state’s regulated adult-use cannabis market. Adult-use cannabis sold in licensed Illinois dispensaries is only available to people who are 21 years or older. CHICAGO — Today, Governor JB Pritzker signed SB 3222 – landmark hemp legislation that strengthens social equity and medical access, reduces regulatory burdens, strengthens oversight,
CHICAGO – Attorney General Kwame Raoul today joined a coalition of 23 attorneys general in urging congressional leaders to restore Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits and eligibility protections in the upcoming Farm Bill and reject efforts to reduce food assistance. In a letter to Senate leadership and the leaders of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, Attorney General Raoul and the coalition warned that recent federal SNAP cuts –
GODFREY - Community members can reflect on race in America during a special collaborative theater performance by local actors. The show starts at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at Hatheway Hall at Lewis and Clark Community College. Written by Leah Becoat with 3 Purple Coats Productions, the one-act play — called “A Day in the Life” — came together after several workshops with the actors and encourages conversations about race. “Do I believe that, with a
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