GODFREY - A local pastor is sharing his story in support of Vitality Women’s Clinic. Vitality Women’s Clinic is a faith-based, pro-life organization that provides free pregnancy and STI testing and ultrasounds. They do not refer for or perform abortions. They offer parenting classes and resources to pregnant individuals. In a recent episode of “Our Daily Show!” with CJ Nasello , Vitality’s executive director Jackie Duty and local Pastor Steve Pace shared
ALTON - The City of Alton Parks & Recreation Department is thrilled to announce that registration is officially open for its highly anticipated Summer 2026 season. Featuring a diverse range of activities from youth sports and day camps to wellness programs for adults, the city is prepared to offer residents an active and engaging summer. Youth Summer Day Camp Running from June 8 through July 17, the Summer Day Camp at Gordon Moore Park offers children entering 1st through 6th grade
ALTON — Effective May 14, 2026 , the public boat launch ramps at Alton Marina are officially open. As of today, the river level at Alton Marina stands at 416 feet above sea level , providing approximately 5-6 feet of water within the harbor . According to the latest forecast from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) , water levels are expected to remain steady at 416 - 417 feet for the next seven days. During this period, the public launch ramps will remain open. Vessels over
OSF HealthCare proudly announces the recipients of its 2026 Innovator of the Year Awards , recognizing exceptional leaders who are transforming care delivery, advancing research, and driving operational excellence across the Ministry. This year’s honorees include Colleen Klein, Nichole Esterdahl and Tiffany Magallanes. They have each demonstrated extraordinary vision, creativity, and measurable impact in their respective areas. The awards were announced during the OSF Innovation Showcase
The Illinois Department of Public Health is reminding people to take precautions to reduce their risk of contracting illnesses carried by ticks, mosquitoes and bats, such as West Nile Virus, Lyme disease, Powassan virus and rabies.
ALTON – Alton officials have taken the first step toward negotiating a new city-wide trash contract. A resolution approved this week by the Alton Committee of the Whole and City Council authorizes Mayor David Goins and authorized city officials to negotiate with Republic Services to look into entering into a municipal waste contract. The resolution, presented by Alderwoman Martha Pfister, states the city “desires to provide a cost-effective, continuous municipal waste service
A Missouri bill that could reshape downtown St. Louis through major tax incentives, aimed at converting vacant office buildings into new homes and businesses, now heads to the governor's desk.
EDWARDSVILLE - To some, the National FFA Organization (FFA) may not stand out, but to Edwardsville High School seniors Brady Maher, Ellie Dungan and Kolson Bruhn, has meant a lot to their confidence and leadership skills. FFA, formerly known as the “Future Farmers of America,” is an organization for middle and high school students interested in leadership and agriculture, according to FFA’s website. Their name was officially changed from “Future Farmers of America”
Earlier this week, OpenAI became the latest tech company to publicly endorse KOSA, the Kids Online Safety Act. The company, conveniently, tries to frame this as being about its support of child safety. It’s not. It’s about political horse trading, desperation for good publicity, and building a regulatory moat. KOSA would help create stronger online […]
WEDNESDAY, MAY 13 PLAY IT AGAIN SPORTS ROUNDUP BASEBALL ROXANA 8, TRENTON WESCLIN 0: Roxana scored once in the first, four times in the fourth, and three more times in the sixth to shut out Wesclin at Roxana City Park. Nick Miles had three hits and an RBI for the Shells, while Dalton Carriker struck out nine on the mound. Roxana is now 18-6, while the Warriors go to 11-15, TRIAD 11, MASCOUTAH 1: Triad scored four runs in the first, one run in the third and six runs in the fifth to
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Mary Miller (IL-15) introduced the House companion bill to Senator Josh Hawley’s (R-MO) In God We Trust Act, which requires the General Services Administration (GSA) to display or inscribe the national motto of the United States on all federal buildings. The legislation comes ahead of Rededicate 250 : A National Jubilee of Prayer, Praise & Thanksgiving, taking place on May 17, 2026. “For nearly 70 years, our national motto, ‘In
EDWARDSVILLE — The Madison County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is completing its transition to a new emergency notification platform and will officially discontinue use of the CodeRED system on Friday. Residents previously signed up for CodeRED were transferred into the new Everbridge alert platform. However, EMA officials encourage residents to create an account through Everbridge if they would like to review or update their information over time, including addresses and notification
BETHALTO – Beer and wine sales are now allowed at a Bethalto restaurant following the Village Board’s recent addition and approval of a liquor license. At their May 11, 2026 meeting, trustees unanimously approved an ordinance increasing the number of Class B liquor licenses allowed in the village to seven. Under the Bethalto Village Code , Class B or “Beer Parlor” licenses allow for sales of beer and light wines with a maximum alcohol content of 12% for consumption
A St. Charles man is facing felony charges after police say he made social media posts threatening mass violence at upcoming graduation ceremonies for students in the St. Charles School District.
Ripley star Johnny Flynn has been cast to play Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Paul Simon in the new movie The Road Home, according to Deadline.The film, directed by…
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Senate approved a resolution Thursday that will prevent lawmakers in that chamber from receiving their paychecks during any government shutdowns that begin after this year’s midterm elections. The voice vote on the measure from Louisiana Republican Sen. John Kennedy will not impact members in the House of Representatives since each chamber […]
The fiscal leaders of several states are demanding transparency and consumer fairness as President Donald Trump’s administration seeks to refund billions in international tariffs following a recent Supreme Court loss. In a February decision, the high court dealt a blow to the president’s trade agenda, ruling by a 6-3 margin that the tariffs he issued […]
The Missouri Secretary of State has confirmed that the state's newly-redistricted congressional map will take effect and be fully enforced, following the Supreme Court's decision earlier this week to uphold the map.
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