COLLINSVILLE — The Collinsville American Legion Post 365 hosted its annual Veterans Day Parade on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025, drawing community members to Main Street to honor local veterans. The parade began at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, winding through the heart of Collinsville. Organizers reported strong participation and support from residents who gathered to celebrate and recognize the service of veterans in the community. In a statement, the City of Collinsville expressed gratitude
COLLINSVILLE — The Collinsville American Legion Post 365 hosted its annual Veterans Day Parade on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025, drawing community members to Main Street to honor local veterans. The parade began at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, winding through the heart of Collinsville. Organizers reported strong participation and support from residents who gathered to celebrate and recognize the service of veterans in the community. In a statement, the City of Collinsville expressed gratitude
O'FALLON - O’Fallon Township High School District 203 recently recognized four students for their academic achievements as National Merit Scholarship Commended Students. The announcement was made during a Board of Education meeting held at the district. Nathan McBride, Zachary Rosborg, Alexander Bradley, and Kaya Kassebaum earned the distinction, placing them among the top students nationwide. O'Fallon Superintendent Dr. Shackelford, Board President Mr. Brown, and Principal Mr. How
O'FALLON - O’Fallon Township High School District 203 recently recognized four students for their academic achievements as National Merit Scholarship Commended Students. The announcement was made during a Board of Education meeting held at the district. Nathan McBride, Zachary Rosborg, Alexander Bradley, and Kaya Kassebaum earned the distinction, placing them among the top students nationwide. O'Fallon Superintendent Dr. Shackelford, Board President Mr. Brown, and Principal Mr. How
S PRINGFIELD – Sen. Dick Durbin’s vote to join Senate Republicans in ending the government shutdown has sparked backlash within his own party, with many concerned the move undermined Democrat “ leverage. ” Durbin defended his decision as prioritizing working families over political gamesmanship, saying, “Many of my friends are unhappy. They think we should have kept our government closed indefinitely to protest the policies of the Trump administration. I share
S PRINGFIELD – Sen. Dick Durbin’s vote to join Senate Republicans in ending the government shutdown has sparked backlash within his own party, with many concerned the move undermined Democrat “ leverage. ” Durbin defended his decision as prioritizing working families over political gamesmanship, saying, “Many of my friends are unhappy. They think we should have kept our government closed indefinitely to protest the policies of the Trump administration. I share
ALTON - Community members can once again support the Alton Community Unit School District #11 band and orchestra program at the ABOB Olde Alton Arts and Craft Fair. On Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, and Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025, at Alton High School, The Alton Band and Orchestra Builders (ABOB) will host their 36th annual fair. Crafters from across the region will be selling their wares ahead of the holiday season, and all proceeds will go toward students’ needs in the district’s music program
ALTON - Community members can once again support the Alton Community Unit School District #11 band and orchestra program at the ABOB Olde Alton Arts and Craft Fair. On Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, and Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025, at Alton High School, The Alton Band and Orchestra Builders (ABOB) will host their 36th annual fair. Crafters from across the region will be selling their wares ahead of the holiday season, and all proceeds will go toward students’ needs in the district’s music program
SPRINGFIELD - Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias kicked off the next phase of the Driving Change campaign by visiting Salem Baptist Church of Chicago, Sweet Holy Spirit Church, and Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church on Sunday to address congregates about skyrocketing auto insurance rates. The Secretary's focus, at the services, was on asking parishioners to share their stories about unfair and discriminatory ratemaking practices employed by auto insurance companies. These stories
SPRINGFIELD - Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias kicked off the next phase of the Driving Change campaign by visiting Salem Baptist Church of Chicago, Sweet Holy Spirit Church, and Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church on Sunday to address congregates about skyrocketing auto insurance rates. The Secretary's focus, at the services, was on asking parishioners to share their stories about unfair and discriminatory ratemaking practices employed by auto insurance companies. These stories
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) has renewed her push to protect and support these heroes who have proven they are willing to make tremendous sacrifices to defend our nation. Duckworth reintroduced a package of bills—the Veterans Visa and Protection Act, HOPE Act and I-VETS Act —that would prohibit the deportation of immigrants. Veterans who are not violent offenders, provide these Veterans with a pathway to citizenship through their military service and help ensure
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) has renewed her push to protect and support these heroes who have proven they are willing to make tremendous sacrifices to defend our nation. Duckworth reintroduced a package of bills—the Veterans Visa and Protection Act, HOPE Act and I-VETS Act —that would prohibit the deportation of immigrants. Veterans who are not violent offenders, provide these Veterans with a pathway to citizenship through their military service and help ensure
MARYVILLE — Timothy Vaughan, a 2022 graduate of Maryville Christian School, is currently serving in the U.S. Army’s 11th Airborne Division in Alaska, where he participates in airborne operations. He is saluted on Veterans Day for his service to his country in the Army. After completing his studies at Maryville Christian High School, Vaughan joined the military and now performs parachute jumps as part of his duties. Reflecting on his time at Maryville Christian, Vaughan highlighted
MARYVILLE — Timothy Vaughan, a 2022 graduate of Maryville Christian School, is currently serving in the U.S. Army’s 11th Airborne Division in Alaska, where he participates in airborne operations. He is saluted on Veterans Day for his service to his country in the Army. After completing his studies at Maryville Christian High School, Vaughan joined the military and now performs parachute jumps as part of his duties. Reflecting on his time at Maryville Christian, Vaughan highlighted
HILLSBORO - The Historical Society of Montgomery County will host their third annual Christmas House and Church Tour. From 1–4 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025, community members can visit several houses on the home tour in Hillsboro. You can also tour St. Agnes Catholic Church and the Presbyterian Church. Linda and Susan with the Historical Society are excited to welcome many people to the tour and share the history of Montgomery County with locals and visitors. “It is self-guided,”
HILLSBORO - The Historical Society of Montgomery County will host their third annual Christmas House and Church Tour. From 1–4 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025, community members can visit several houses on the home tour in Hillsboro. You can also tour St. Agnes Catholic Church and the Presbyterian Church. Linda and Susan with the Historical Society are excited to welcome many people to the tour and share the history of Montgomery County with locals and visitors. “It is self-guided,”
COLLINSVILLE — Sgt. Scott Pritchett of the Collinsville Police Department has graduated from the 154th Administrative Officer’s Course at the Southern Police Institute, the department announced. The 13-week program, held on the campus of the University of Louisville, provides collegiate-level coursework covering a range of topics, including leadership and law enforcement budgeting. Participants also have the opportunity to build professional networks with law enforcement leaders
COLLINSVILLE — Sgt. Scott Pritchett of the Collinsville Police Department has graduated from the 154th Administrative Officer’s Course at the Southern Police Institute, the department announced. The 13-week program, held on the campus of the University of Louisville, provides collegiate-level coursework covering a range of topics, including leadership and law enforcement budgeting. Participants also have the opportunity to build professional networks with law enforcement leaders
EDWARDSVILLE — Edwardsville Police on Monday, Nov. 10, 2025, warned residents about ongoing scam attempts involving individuals impersonating members of the police department. The police department said some community members have received calls or electronic messages from impostors seeking to defraud them. The police urged residents to verify the identity of anyone claiming to represent the department by calling 618-656-2131. Officials emphasized that legitimate agencies do not demand
EDWARDSVILLE — Edwardsville Police on Monday, Nov. 10, 2025, warned residents about ongoing scam attempts involving individuals impersonating members of the police department. The police department said some community members have received calls or electronic messages from impostors seeking to defraud them. The police urged residents to verify the identity of anyone claiming to represent the department by calling 618-656-2131. Officials emphasized that legitimate agencies do not demand
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