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ALTON - On Wednesday, July 20th from 2-6:30 p.m., Foster Township Hall will be hosting a blood drive sponsored by 'Given' it All for Guts'. Givin' It All For Guts is a local non-profit that raises funds to support the research of Crohn's Disease, Colitis, and IBD illnesses here at the Washington University in St. Louis. Our organization works with the Director, Dr. Matthew Ciorba, and has donated over $40,000 to date. Our donations have allowed Dr. Ciorba and his team of researchers to secure larger grants and continue their ground-breaking research. Along with our monetary contributions, we donate many care bags to local physician offices and infusion centers that help Crohn's and IBD patients during their visits. During the pandemic when most non-profits had to suspend fundraising efforts, Givin' It All For Guts saw a need and wanted to assist the communities in which we reside. We have successfully hosted many blood drives and will be hosting the next one in Fosterburg, IL.

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SPRINGFIELD - Secretary of State Jesse White is reminding residents to be on alert for scams claiming to be from the Secretary of State’s office or from “Illinois DMV” seeking personal information to defraud Illinoisans. White said there is a new round of fraudsters’ attempts to entice the public into falling victim to scam texts and emails. “I have zero tolerance for scammers who prey on people in desperate times,” said White. “My office is committed to protecting Illinoisans from falling victim to these fraudulent schemes.” The most recent scam is a text message claiming to be from “Illinois DMV.” The text message states, “Due to increased fuel prices, State of Illinois has initiated rebate payments of $1500 per vehicle. Check eligibility.” This is a scam; do not click on the link. Visiting these fraudulent websites could place malware on the recipients’ devices or trick them into disclosing sensitive

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KANSAS CITY, MO. - Rockhurst University awarded 733 degrees at its spring commencement ceremony, held May 14, 2022, at Municipal Auditorium in downtown Kansas City. The following students were awarded degrees: Granite City, IL Nicholas Wilmsmeyer, Bachelor of Science The program featured two student speakers, with Emily Dickson, a nursing major, representing undergraduate students, and Joseph Straws, a Doctor of Physical Therapy recipient, representing graduate students. About Rockhurst University Rockhurst University, founded in 1910 and located in the heart of Kansas City, Missouri, is a Catholic university in the Jesuit tradition committed to providing inclusive, innovative and transformative education. As a comprehensive university and supportive community of nearly 4,000 students, its mission is to form lifelong learners in the liberal arts tradition who engage the complexities of our world and serve others as compassionate, thoughtful leaders. U.S. News

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GRANITE CITY - Granite City Community Unit School District No. 9 will host a Back to School Physical and Vaccine Clinic on Thursday, July 28 from Noon-4 p.m. at the Granite City High School Gym Annex. This event will be held to help protect students and others by meeting vaccination and school physical requirements. All incoming kindergarteners, 6th graders, and high school freshmen are required to have a school physical and updated shot records. WHEN Thursday, July 28 - Noon-4 p.m. WHERE • Granite City High School Gym Annex, 3101 Madison Ave. INFORMATION Who is eligible: Preschool-12th graders Appointments preferred, walk-ins welcome Patient’s Insurance including public insurance (Medicaid) will be billed for service No out-of-pocket fees for those who are eligible If you do not have insurance or have questions about vaccines please call Madison County Health Department at 618-692-8954, Ext. 2 WHAT TO BRING: Child with their parent or guardia

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Wolfgang Van Halen has commented on the rumored Van Halen tour that would pay tribute to his late father, the iconic Eddie Van Halen. Reports of the tour first surfaced…

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ST. FRANCOIS COUNTY, Mo. - A missing baby boy was found late Sunday night in St. Francois County. The St. Francois County Sheriff's Department said Aryan M. Shinstock was found with his biological mother, 29-year-old Kala L. Boesch, at the intersection of Missouri N and Missouri 221. Shinstock and Boesch were inside a car when [...]

Take a load off and take in the views on a relaxing daytime cruise that shows St. Louis from the river that built it. Narrated

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There’s an old joke around Jefferson City that AG stands for aspiring governor. And there’s a lot of truth in the jest. Five of the 12 most recent attorneys general …

Channel your inner Huck Finn on the STL Riverfront Adventure, a unique and unforgettable tour of St. Louis via the largest river in North America!

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The Citygarden location will only serve coffee drinks and bakery items.

Mary Caltrider takes over July 25 as host of "Show Me St. Louis," the station's lifestyle show. Before this, she had toiled at WBND in South Bend, Indiana,

Axl Rose has dedicated Guns N' Roses' recently concluded European tour to late Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins. Over the weekend, in a tweet following the tour's closing show in Germany,…

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The fastest game on Earth.   HOCKEY: Faster Than Ever explores the science behind ice hockey. Technology, physics and other topics highlight the advances of

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Volunteers spend hours trying to catch pet rabbits some owners turn loose around St. Louis, rescues say.

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After a 9-year hiatus, the popular Indie Rock Ice Cream Social is returning to Off Broadway on Friday, August 12. The event features four indie rock bands and a free ice cream bar provided by Serendipity Homemade Ice Cream. Michael Tomko, the show’s organizer, announced the event’s return on social media at the end of June.