ALTON – OSF HealthCare is expanding its use of an artificial intelligence platform to its hospitals across its Illinois and Michigan health system. OSF announced the expansion with RapidAI, a technology company that provides artificial intelligence tools for medical imaging and patient care. The Rapid Enterprise Platform is designed to help doctors analyze medical images, identify potential strokes and other conditions, and coordinate care more quickly. OSF says its initial use of the technolog
Weekend Events Bring Music, Markets, Art and Family Fun to the Riverbend From live music and farmers markets to library programs, art exhibits and community gatherings, the coming days offer a wide range of activities across the Riverbend and St. Louis region. For the complete calendar, visit RiverBender.com Events . Leadership Development: Influencing Long-term Behavior Change on Friday, Aug. 14, at The Wedge Innovation Center in Alton offers a 90-minute monthly lunch-and-learn sponsored
ALTON – Charlotte Liley, DNP, CNL, has accepted the position of vice president, chief nursing officer for OSF HealthCare Saint Anthony’s Health Center in Alton. She will assume her new role on August 16, and she will report to Lisa Schepers, DNP, MBA, RN, NE-BC, president, OSF Saint Anthony’s. "Charlotte’s experience, clinical expertise and passion for compassionate care make her an outstanding addition to our leadership team. She will help guide nursing operations, support
You can feel strangely low even while life still looks bright on the surface. The days may be full, the calendar busy, and the light still strong—yet mood can dip in quiet, confusing ways. That shift is one reason late summer affects people more than they expect. Popular culture often treats this period as carefree and easy. But in real life, it can stir up restlessness, sadness, pressure, and mental fatigue. For some, it brings a subtle sense of loss. For others, it creates stress long
On August 12, one of the most consequential events in modern history took place in 1945, when Emperor Hirohito of Japan informed his government that Japan would accept surrender terms, setting in motion the end of the Second World War in Asia. The decision came just days after the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki and the Soviet Union’s entry into the war against Japan. At the time, it mattered because it brought an end to years of devastating fighting across the Pacific and East
ST. CLAIR COUNTY, Ill. — Officials issued a shelter-in-place order Wednesday morning, Aug. 12, 2026, after a fire involving hazardous material broke out in the area of Sauget, Cahokia Heights and East St. Louis, according to the St. Clair County Emergency Management Agency. The agency said the fire occurred south of Missouri Avenue between South 50th and South 19th streets. An Everbridge notification was sent to phones in the affected area. Residents and people in businesses within
JERSEYVILLE – A longtime employee of the Jersey County Circuit Clerk’s Office was recognized this week as she now prepares for retirement. Karen Madson was honored at the Aug. 11, 2026 Jersey County Board meeting for her 25 years of service with the Circuit Clerk’s Office after starting her career with the county in 2001. Circuit Clerk Mitchell Reynolds presented Madson with a Certificate of Appreciation and spoke highly of her positive attitude and work ethic. “After
ALTON - Over 800 Alton Community Unit School District #11 staff members came together for a back-to-school breakfast. On Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026, teachers, staff members and administrators connected at Alton High School for the second annual Welcome Back Staff Breakfast. Attendees chatted about their summer and the upcoming school year, and the group celebrated retiring educators and new teachers. Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources Dr. Wendy Adams-Watkins highlighted the breakfast
EDWARDSVILLE - Dennis and Jan (née Stelloh) Reilly of Edwardsville are celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary. Their lives together began on August 20th, 1966, when they were married at Immacolata Church in Richmond Heights, Missouri. Over the past six decades, they built a life centered on faith, family, friendship, and a love of adventure. Dennis and his bride, Jan were blessed with three wonderful children: Becki Reilly of Edwardsville; Erin Reilly Logan(deceased); Jim Logan of
ST. LOUIS - World of Outlaws race car drivers brought joy, smiles and thrills to patients at Shriners Children’s St. Louis. In town for the Ironman 55 at the I-55 Federated Auto Parts Raceway Park in Pevely, drivers made time for local patients and signed autographs, showed off racing gear and even gave patients a look at the sprint cars and a McLaren GT up close. Five different drivers from World of Outlaws helped patients get in and out of the cars and answered questions about their
HAMEL/EDWARDSVILLE - The Edwardsville Community Unit School District #7 has officially issued a request for qualifications for the construction project at Hamel Elementary School. During the Board of Education’s regular meeting on Monday, Aug. 10, 2026, Superintendent Dr. Allen Duncan explained that the district is seeking an architecture firm to complete the necessary construction at Hamel Elementary School. “Basically, they’re giving us their pitch,” he explained.
DUPO - State Representatives Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt) recognized Sugar and Sage Cafe in Dupo as his ‘Business of The Month’ for July. Rep. Schmidt met with the owner Debra Bockrath to present her with an official certificate of recognition from the Illinois House of Representatives. “This family-owned café prides themselves for their hard work, faith, and commitment to bring people together in the community,” said Schmidt. “Debra and her team have
SPRINGFIELD – Today, Governor JB Pritzker celebrated the renaming the historic Illinois State Armory in Springfield as the Governor Jim Edgar Executive Office Building. The designation honors Governor Edgar's legacy of integrity and dedication to public service. Once renovations are complete, the building will serve more than 870 employees across multiple state agencies that work on behalf of the people of Illinois. "I can think of no more fitting tribute to Governor Jim Edgar than a building
CHICAGO – Ahead of Veterans Day at the Illinois State Fair Aug. 16, Attorney General Kwame Raoul and Illinois Department of Veterans (IDVA) Affairs Director Terry Prince encourage Illinois service members, veterans and family members to review recent updates to the 2026 Benefits for Illinois Veterans Guide . “We are proud to have worked with the Department of Veterans Affairs to update the only comprehensive benefits guide designed for Illinois veterans, which combines federal,
ALTON – Alton may soon establish a dedicated fund for capital improvements as city officials look to improve their short and long-term infrastructure planning. Committee of the Whole members unanimously approved two resolutions related to capital improvements at their Aug. 10, 2026 meeting. The approved resolutions include the disbursement of $1.2 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to create a designated Capital Projects fund, and a resolution to introduce an ordinance creatin
BELLEVILLE — Belleville City Council members are scheduled to vote at 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 17, 2026, on a winter safety plan that would provide overnight shelter at the Catholic Diocese of Belleville’s McCormick Center for people with no place to go when temperatures fall to 20 degrees or below. The plan, presented Monday, Aug. 17, is intended to protect people on the coldest winter nights and address safety concerns in the city, according to Kara Moore, a social worker who is chairwoman
EDWARDSVILLE - During their regular meeting on Monday, Aug. 10, 2026, the Edwardsville Community Unit School District #7 Board of Education heard an update on summer construction. Superintendent Dr. Allen Duncan outlined the summer’s completed projects and the upcoming projects that will be completed in the coming months. Duncan explained that phase one of the Central Office construction is complete. The district budgeted between $700,000–750,000 for the project and only spent
SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Christopher Belt sponsored a newly signed law that will expand the workforce pipeline to get more Certified Nursing Assistants working in the long-term care industry. “Nursing assistants are a vital cog in our health care system,” said Belt (D-Swansea). “Expanding the workforce pipeline for Certified Nursing Assistants will not only reduce the time-to-hire for trainees, but it will also provide trainees with more opportunities to learn and adapt.”
EDWARDSVILLE - In recognition of National Poll Worker Recruitment Day on August 11, Madison County Clerk Linda Andreas is encouraging residents to consider serving their community as Election Judges for the upcoming November General Election. Madison County currently has approximately 700 Election Judges in its pool, but additional judges are needed—particularly individuals who can serve as Republican Election Judges. Illinois election law provides for bipartisan staffing of polling
ALTON - A movie has been filmed in Alton, and community members are eager to see their small town on the big screen. During the North Alton-Godfrey Business Council’s regular meeting on Aug. 11, 2026, the three people behind the movie’s creation spoke about the film and its production in Alton. “Herbert West: Reanimator” is a psychological horror film starring Joseph Morgan and Katie Cassidy. The story takes place in Alton, and the crew spent the past eight weeks filmin
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