ALTON – The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has announced lane closures on northbound US 67, starting Thursday, November 14, 2024, at 7:30 a.m. The closures are necessary for emergency bridge deck patching on the Clark Bridge, with the right lane being closed during this time. The work is expected to be completed by 3:30 p.m. on Friday, November 15, 2024, weather permitting. Motorists traveling through this area should anticipate delays and are encouraged to allow additional time for their journeys. IDOT advises drivers to consider using alternate routes when feasible to avoid the work zone. It is important for drivers to remain vigilant, adhering to changed conditions and posted signs, while also obeying speed limits and avoiding the use of mobile devices in the area. For further updates from IDOT District 8, residents can follow their social media account on X at @IDOTDistrict8 or check the IDOT traveler information map at GettingAroundIllinois.com for details
A Franklin County, Missouri, man wanted for sexual assault and other crimes was located across the river in Illinois and taken into custody on Tuesday morning.
Support us on Patreon » It’s been a few weeks, but we’re back! Although the podcast schedule is still going to be sporadic for a little while longer (Mike explains further in the intro) we’ve got a couple cross-post episodes lined up, starting with today’s. Recently, Mike joined Ed Zitron on his Better Offline podcast for […]
Elvis Costello has been added to the lineup of the upcoming benefit concert for longtime New York City punk fixture Jesse Malin.The already sold-out show, taking place Dec. 1 at the Beacon…
EDWARDSVILLE — The Annual Edwardsville Veterans Day Parade took place on Monday, Nov. 11, 2024, honoring those who have served in the military with a lively procession through the city. The parade route began on Main Street in Edwardsville, turned west onto Vandalia Street, continued down St. Louis Street, and concluded at Lincoln School. The event drew a significant turnout, showcasing strong community support for veterans. Doug Thompson, commander of the Edwardsville American Legion, a key sponsor of the parade, expressed appreciation for the participation. “We loved it. The weather was perfect for November. We had a great turnout and loved the support that came from everybody,” Thompson said. He noted that this year featured the most entries of any Veterans Day Parade in recent memory in Edwardsville. Thompson emphasized the importance of recognizing veterans, stating, “It is great to see the support on Veterans Day and celebrate all sacrifices, big
JERSEYVILLE - A proposed adult education and workforce training facility near the Susnig Center in Jerseyville led City Council members to amend the City Code on Tuesday. City Attorney William Strang said the Illinois Valley Economic Development Corporation (IVEDC) has been hosting its Head Start program in the Susnig Center. While they aim to keep the program there, IVEDC wants to expand into a new building for its adult education and workforce training programs. Strang added the new building would be located on June Street near the Susnig Center on a property totaling six to eight acres. “They’re interested in buying land and building a building, and we did not have any classification that would cover adult education and training,” Strang said. The item on Tuesday’s City Council agenda called for an amendment to the City Code section on zoning classifications for Business Districts. Council members voted unanimously to add “a new B-3 Business
The city of St. Louis' TIF Commission gave its backing Wednesday for tax increment financing for Washington University’s $95 million redevelopment of the former Goodwill Building in the Cortex Innovation District.
EDWARDSVILLE - Scout Jackson, a junior for Edwardsville's girls' swimming team, had herself a big day at the IHSA sectional meet, held Nov. 9, 2024, at the Chuck Fruit Aquatic Center. Jackson qualified individually for the state swimming meet in Westmont by winning the 100-yard backstroke at 55.07 seconds, and the 100-yard butterfly with a time of 56.32 seconds, and was also a part of the 200-yard medley relay team that qualified at 1:43.39, and the 200-yard freestyle relay, coming in at 1:35.41 - both pool records. Scout Jackson is a Spencer Homes Female Athlete Of The Month for Edwardsville. On top of that, Jackson's time of 55.07 in the 100 backstroke qualified her for the USA Swimming Speedo Winter Junior Championship meet, coming Dec. 13-14 in Austin, Tex. On top of that, the Tigers won their 11th consecutive sectional championship with 330 points, far outdistancing second-place Chatham Glenwood, who had 190 points, and third place O'Fallon, with 153 points. In a post-meet
Hunters can donate part or even their entire deer harvest to those in need of fresh protein through Operation Food Search and the Missouri Department of Conservation.
ALTON/GODFREY - The Alton Youth Symphony will perform its Fall Concert under new director Rebecca Pantano. At 2 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024, at Hatheway Hall on the Lewis and Clark Community College campus, the symphony will perform four pieces alongside the Alton Junior Youth Symphony and the Chamber Ensemble. The concert is free to attend. Pantano said she has enjoyed working with the Alton Youth Symphony (AYS) in the past few months, and she looks forward to watching them perform this weekend. “The goal for me is just to plant that seed that music is something that they can have in their life all the time, even if they don’t major in it,” Pantano said. “They’ll always have their instrument. Just knowing that there’s no boundaries, that anything’s possible with hard work and dedication.” Pantano teaches middle school in a school district in Missouri, where she has conducted several choirs and orchestras. She also operates
Diamond Sports, the parent company of St. Louis Cardinals TV provider FanDuel Sports Network Midwest, has formally announced a multi-year commercial agreement with Prime Video.
The holiday season officially arrived in St. Louis when Anheuser-Busch relit its iconic "flying eagle" sign along Interstate 64.
A historic St. Louis landmark, the sign began flapping its wings at sundown Tuesday.
The sign has flown high above the city since 1962, according to the sign's "keeper," the Federal Heath Sign Co., which owns the building where the sign was installed. Designed by Disney animator Byron Rabbit, the sign was built in 1953 by ArtKraft Strauss in New York and originally installed…
The absentee owner of downtown St. Louis' long-vacant Railway Exchange Building failed to appear for a court hearing Wednesday to determine the property's future.
MISSOURI — It's a first for Spire Energy since June—and its largest decrease of the year for customers. Customers in both the eastern and western regions will soon start paying less per month. The company received approval from the Missouri Public Service Commission to cut rates. The typical customer on the western side of the [...]
POCOHONTAS – Attorney General Kwame Raoul charged a Pocahontas, Illinois man with possessing child sexual abuse material. The case is part of Raoul’s ongoing work, in collaboration with federal law enforcement agencies and local law enforcement officials throughout Illinois, to apprehend offenders who download and trade child sexual abuse material online. The Attorney General’s office charged, Kyle A Bradbury, 43, in Bond County Circuit Court with 10 counts of possessing child pornography, each Class 1 felonies punishable by up to 15 years in prison. Raoul’s office also charged Bradbury with one count of unlawful possession of a weapon by a felon, a Class 3 felony punishable by up to 10 years in prison, and one count of failure to register as a sex offender, a Class 3 felony punishable by up to five years in prison. Sentences are ultimately determined by the court. Bradbury is currently detained in the Bond County Jail. “Those who prey upon and exploit
This weekend offers an exciting array of events that cater to diverse interests, from live music performances and creative workshops to community fundraisers and family-friendly activities, ensuring there's something for everyone to enjoy. For a complete listing of events happening in your area, visit Riverbender Events . Featured Join Ms. Mary Kay and Panda Bear for a fun interactive story time at Lucy Haskell’s Playhouse at 1211 Henry Street, Alton. The event, Story Time at Lucy's Playhouse , will take place on November 15, 2024, starting at 10:00 a.m. To ensure your spot, please call (618) 462-0677, ext. 2836 to register. Get ready for a night of great music as Fastwave performs at Alton VFW Post 1308 on November 15, 2024, from 7 to 11 p.m. This exciting event, Fastwave , is open to the public, so come and enjoy an evening filled with live entertainment. For more details, visit vfwpost1308.org. Calling all puzzle enthusiasts! Join us for the Hayner Library Fall Puzzle
I pass this sign every time I return from an astrophotography session in the desert. There are two of them, both misspelled, and I keep wondering if they're ever going to be replaced. The odd thing is that the signs on the eastbound side of the freeway are spelled correctly. Go figure.
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