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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

Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs has awarded $195,000 in Charitable Trust grants to ten local nonprofit organizations to support housing and food programs in nine communities.

Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe signed an anti-abortion bill known as the "Born Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act" into law on Monday.

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

A coalition of 23 state governors and the governor of Guam, all Democrats, submitted a joint comment to the U.S. Office of Management and Budget on Monday objecting to a proposed rule that would drastically change the federal grantmaking process, saying it threatens programs related to maternal health and reproductive care. The public comment period […]

President Donald Trump signed a pair of executive orders on Monday to again shrink Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante national monuments in Utah — this time more dramatically, by about 3 million acres or 90% of their original size. Utah’s all-Republican congressional delegation, Gov. Spencer Cox and House Speaker Mike Schultz stood around Trump’s desk in […]

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

MARYVILLE - Maryville Women’s Center has moved to a new facility in Maryville after nearly 30 years in the community, relocating to 4972 State Route 159, according to an announcement dated June 10, 2026. The practice said the new office is about a mile from its previous location and is next to Walgreens and Domino’s. Maryville Women’s Center said its providers and staff are welcoming patients to the new building, which includes more exam rooms and updated amenities. “This

Phil Collins has addressed the supposed feud between him and Oasis, as both artists are due to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in November.In a…

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ST. LOUIS, MO — The American Red Cross is declaring an emergency blood shortage as?the blood supply?fell nearly?25%?in June. Blood donors are urgently needed to give now to help ensure patients receive lifesaving medical care without delay .? The shortage is especially serious for platelets and types O positive and B negative blood. A steep decline in blood donations?since the end of May?has?created a growing gap between supply and patient need. Currently, Red Cross distributions

METRO EAST, Ill. — A rescue dog once enrolled in a shelter program for animals facing uncertain futures has been named Illinois’s Best in State in the Pet Lovers’ Choice Awards, the first fan-voted, nationally broadcast awards show celebrating America’s dogs and cats. Thor, adopted through CARE STL (Center for Animal Rescue and Enrichment of St. Louis), will represent Illinois in the national round beginning July 14. Three years ago, Thor was known as King Boo. Because

GLEN CARBON – Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois (GSofSI) welcomes three new members to their Board of Directors: Members-at-Large Erin Barriger and Abigail Zajac, as well as ex-officio Girl Board Member Anna Kennedy. They were elected by council delegates during the organization’s annual meeting this spring. GSofSI’s Board of Directors assist the council with strategic planning, financial oversight, fund development, and interaction with the community. Erin Barriger is the Directo

The central theme of Walled Culture the book (free digital versions available) is the growing incompatibility between traditional copyright law and the digital, online world. The culmination of that process was the EU Copyright Directive, passed in 2019. The Directive was supposed to be transposed into local laws by 2021, but a year after that deadline, many […]