Alex Van Halen is setting the record straight about not having Michael Anthony in Van Halen for their 2006 reunion with original frontman David Lee Roth.In an interview with the Brazilian outlet KazaGastão, Alex…
TROY - The Troy/Maryville/St. Jacob/Marine Chamber of Commerce will host their first workshop to help people boost their presentation, networking, and facilitation skills. Titled “Business Builder Series: Presenting, Networking and Leading with Impact Workshop,” The event is planned for 8:30–10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at Tri-Township Public Library. Community members are invited to learn from six subject experts in an interactive workshop that is designed to boost
FRONTENAC, Mo. - A California-based jewelry store recently opened its first location in the Show-Me State, sitting in the St. Louis area. Gorjana, a fine jewelry company in operation since 2004, opened their doors at Plaza Frontenac on May 8. The store has a variety of products from necklaces, earrings, bracelets, rings, charms and more. [...]
JERSEYVILLE – Diane Fessler walked into a complete surprise on Tuesday afternoon. Fessler, a second grade teacher at East Elementary in Jerseyville, was presented with the Homegrown Hero Award from the St. Louis District Dairy Council on May 12, 2026. Family, faculty, and staff piled into the school’s cafeteria to show their support just before 3 p.m. The award presentation came as a shock to Fessler, who thought everyone had gathered to celebrate her retirement from Jersey Communit
Daisy's Dane Sanctuary is providing urgent care for 75+ Great Danes seized from a Missouri breeder due to animal abuse and neglect and is seeking volunteers to help with their care.
ALTON — A rising star at Alton High School is making her presence felt in more ways than one. Sophomore Claire Delehanty, recently recognized as a Remarkable Redbird , is earning praise for her achievements in athletics and academics while emerging as one of the school’s most dynamic student-athletes. Claire has become a key contributor to the Alton High School girls' basketball program over the past two seasons, gaining valuable experience at both the varsity and junior varsity
GODFREY – Lewis and Clark Community College’s Avionics program will offer three courses in Fall 2026. Designed to expand opportunities and provide hands-on experience, the courses will prepare students interested in careers in aviation and aircraft maintenance. Intro to Aircraft Systems (AVIO-131) 9 – 10:50 A.M. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Aug. 25 – Oct. 15 Introduces the basics of flight, aircraft systems, FAA regulations, and foundational aircraft electrical knowledge.
In a ruling that will clearly be remembered as one of the worst in the history of the Supreme Court, two years ago, the court gave Donald Trump a get out of jail free card, which he appears to be trying to take full advantage of with all the criming in his second term. But, […]
MILLSSTADT - State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt) recognized Good Morning Cafe as his ‘Business of The Month’ for April. Rep. Schmidt visited with the owners Chelsea Vogel Martinez and Irepan Martinez to present them with an official certificate from the Illinois House of Representatives. “It was a pleasure to meet Chelsea Vogel Martinez and Irepan Martinez to learn more about the family-owned business here in Millstadt,” said Schmidt. “Chelsea buil
COLLINSVILLE/GRANITE CITY— A donation drive is set for Saturday, May 16, 2026, collecting suitcases, canned goods and toiletries for The Good Samaritan House in Granite City. The event is scheduled from 9 a.m. to noon at American Legion Post 365 in Collinsville. Jimmy Ford and the Madison County Republican Party will host the Saturday event at the American Legion 365 Post. “We're proud to support the incredible work being done at The Good Samaritan House, especially while families
Jack Osbourne has shared an update on the upcoming biopic about his father, the late Ozzy Osbourne."I can tell you this, we are moving ahead," Jack said in a livestream…
WASHINGTON — Long-time federal immigration official David Venturella will lead U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, the agency spearheading President Donald Trump’s mass deportation campaign, according to a Department of Homeland Security spokesperson. Venturella will replace outgoing ICE acting Director Todd Lyons, who last month announced he would leave his position by May 31, the DHS […]
On This Day, May 13, 1970 …The Beatles documentary Let It Be opened in New York City.Directed by Michael Lindsay-Hogg, the film took Beatles fans inside the studio as they recorded…