GLEN CARBON - Father McGivney Catholic High School said it is celebrating alumnus Seaman Parker Blanchette, a member of the class of 2026, after he graduated from U.S. Coast Guard Basic Training on Friday, July 10, 2026, at Cape May, New Jersey. The school announced that Blanchette will next report to Coast Guard Air Station Humboldt Bay in California. In California, Blanchette will shadow search and rescue swimmers and continue preparing for AST, or Aviation Survival Technician,
ST. LOUIS, MO. - The American Red Cross remains on the ground in Southeast Missouri, providing support to communities affected by flooding. Current response efforts are focused on assisting first responders and distributing emergency supplies to residents in impacted areas. Over the weekend, Red Cross teams distributed more than 130 disaster relief and cleanup kits throughout the community. Distribution efforts are continuing today to help residents with immediate recovery needs. As floodwater
ROLLA, Mo. - Missouri University of Science and Technology announces the names of students who made the dean's list for the spring 2026 semester. The dean's list recognizes undergraduate students who earned at least a 3.5 grade point average for the semester and passed all classes. About Missouri University of Science and Technology Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T) is a STEM-focused research university of over 7,000 students located in Rolla, Missouri. Part of
CHICAGO — The National College Attainment Network (NCAN) released their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) Tracker for the Class of 2026, and Illinois is now ranked second in the nation and first in the Midwest for completion of the FAFSA — the highest position and the highest rate (71.4%) ever for an Illinois high school graduating class. “Illinois’ increase in FAFSA completion is a testament to the hard work of students, families and educators &ndash
MADISON AND ST. CLAIR COUNTIES — The Metro East Park and Recreation District (MEPRD) today announced the opening of its Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) Grant Cycle, making more than $8.4 million available to support local parks, trails, recreation facilities, planning initiatives, and community events throughout Madison and St. Clair Counties. Applications for all four grant programs open July 15, 2026, and will be accepted on a rolling basis through May 31, 2027, or until available funding has
ALTON/BELLEVILLE/GODFREY/WOOD RIVER - Nexus Health has taken over eight skilled nursing facilities in the region, and they’re eager to engage with patients and the community. These facilities, previously under the name Bria, are now overseen by Nexus and focus on providing quality nursing care in Alton, Belleville, Cahokia, Columbia, Godfrey, Mascoutah and Wood River. Eric Iverson with Nexus noted that their goal is to help patients and families thrive. “We really want to engage
ST. LOUIS COUNTY - St. Louis County Police have identified the motorcyclist killed in a crash Monday morning, July 13, 2026, on Lemay Ferry Road as Matthew Middeke, 48, of New Baden, Illinois. The St. Louis County Police Department said officers from the South County Precinct responded at 7:17 a.m. Monday, July 13, 2026, to a call for service for a motor vehicle crash in the 2500 block of Lemay Ferry Road. When officers arrived, they found an SUV and a motorcycle had been involved in the crash.
GLEN CARBON — The Village of Glen Carbon announces the upcoming retirement of Village Administrator Jamie Bowden, who will conclude his nearly 15 years of service to the community following a planned transition period. Bowden, who will reach his 15th employment anniversary with the Village in October, has announced his intent to retire from his role as Village Administrator. His retirement marks the conclusion of a career dedicated to public service and supporting the continued growt
CHICAGO – As temperatures rise across Illinois and families head to pools, lakes, beaches and splash pads to stay cool, the Illinois Department of Children and Family Servies (DCFS) is reminding caregivers to use a simple life-saving strategy to help keep children safe around water: designate a Water Watcher. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), drowning is the leading cause of death for children ages 1 to 4; and the second leading cause of unintentional injury
WEST ALTON, Mo. — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Rivers Project Office said Lincoln Shields Recreation Area will temporarily close beginning at 6 a.m. Friday, July 17, for the Alton Powerboat Nationals. The recreation area in West Alton will reopen at 7 a.m. Monday, July 20, according to the Rivers Project Office. The closure applies to Lincoln Shields Recreation Area and Lincoln Shields Access Area, the agency said. For more information, the Rivers Project Office can be reached
ST. LOUIS - St. Louis Metropolitan Police District 5 detectives are asking for the public’s help identifying and locating people wanted for questioning in connection with a June 19 shooting in St. Louis’ Wells/Goodfellow neighborhood that left a 22-year-old man wounded, authorities said Tuesday, July 14, 2026. According to information released July 14, 2026, detectives said the shooting happened shortly before 1:30 p.m. June 19, 2026, in the 5800 block of Selber Court. A preliminary
EDWARDSVILLE - The Cross-River Crime Task Force seized illegal firearms and narcotics and made numerous arrests during a countywide deployment Friday, July 10, 2026, in Madison County, authorities said, as officers from multiple local agencies worked alongside state and federal partners. Among the arrests were individuals found in possession of firearms and illegal narcotics, including fentanyl and methamphetamine, according to the task force. Officers also located and arrested several fugitives
On July 15, 1410, one of medieval Europe’s most important battles reshaped the balance of power in the region. At the Battle of Grunwald, also known as Tannenberg, the allied forces of the Kingdom of Poland and the Grand Duchy of Lithuania defeated the Teutonic Order, a powerful military and religious state that had dominated parts of the Baltic region for generations. The victory mattered immediately because it weakened a major regional power and changed relations among the kingdoms and
GLEN CARBON – Multiple streets in Glen Carbon are set for improvements later this year. Trustees voted unanimously on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 to accept the lowest bid of $884,899.06 from Christ Brothers Asphalt for the village’s 2026 Street Rehabilitation Program. Their bid was the lowest of five bidders and came in $344,228.94 below the village engineer’s estimate of over $1.2 million. According to a memo from Public Works Director Scott Slemer, this year’s program include
JERSEYVILLE – Several community members flocked to downtown Jerseyville for the 2026 Jersey County Fair Parade, with a patriotic theme tying the event to the nation’s 250th anniversary. With over 100 entries in this year’s parade, attendees saw plenty of red, white, and blue across multiple creative floats. The theme for the 2026 parade and fair is “Party Like It's 1776: Happy Birthday America!” Each year, a panel of judges awards plaques and prize money to the
BETHALTO - Residents approaching retirement or already retired will have an opportunity Aug. 6, 2026, in Bethalto to hear from local professionals about how retirement income, Social Security, health care, taxes, investments and estate planning work together during a free workshop hosted by Bill Kinkel of Genesis Wealth Management Group. There is another event in Bethalto at the Bethalto Senior Citizen Center at 100 E. Central Ave., Bethalto, 62010, set for July 28, 2026. The event runs from
ALTON — As Marquette Catholic High School prepares to begin its historic 100th school year this fall, school leaders are actively studying the possibility of launching a comprehensive capital campaign to strengthen the school's future for generations to come. Marquette Catholic is currently in the feasibility phase of the capital campaign planning process, meeting with longtime supporters, alumni, parents, and community leaders to gauge interest and gather feedback before determining whethe
ALTON - OSF HealthCare Saint Anthony’s Health Center is being recognized by the American Heart Association for its ongoing dedication to providing outstanding cardiovascular and stroke care through the Get With The Guidelines® program. The recognition highlights the medical center’s sustained excellence, with two or more consecutive years of meeting rigorous national benchmarks for quality and patient outcomes in heart failure, stroke and resuscitation care. “For patients
SPRINGFIELD, IL — 1st MidAmerica Credit Union announced the development of its newest branch in Springfield, located at 800 West Stanford Ave., furthering the credit union’s commitment to meeting members where they are and expanding access to convenient, relationship-focused financial services across Illinois. The branch will feature a design that reflects the evolving needs of members while maintaining the personalized service that has defined 1st MidAmerica for over 90 years. Th
ALTON - Sam’s Pawn Shop, a family-owned business at 208 E. Broadway in Alton, is closing after 35 years in business, with its final day set for Aug. 1, 2026, as the owners move toward an online-only business model, according to information provided by the shop. The closing sale includes fixtures, shelving and remaining inventory, and all outstanding pawns, loans and layaways must be redeemed by Aug. 1, 2026, the business said. The shop also said customers should stop in or call 618-462-5696
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