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P.A. Lucas Edwards Joins OSF HealthCare Staff At Medical Group Primary Care Office

3 years 3 months ago
ALTON – OSF HealthCare is pleased to add a new primary care provider to its staff to better serve the community of Godfrey and surrounding areas. The addition of Lucas Edwards, PA, on July 24 will ensure increased access for patients in need of primary care at the OSF Medical Group – Primary Care office at 6702 Godfrey Road. Edwards joins the care team of Priya Kumaraguru, MD, and offers a number of services, including preventive care and chronic disease management. He received a Bachelor of Science from the University of Missouri and Master of Physician Assistant Studies from Southern Illinois University. He is a board-certified physician assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. New or existing patient appointments for primary care with Edwards or a member of his care team can be made by calling (618) 467-1520.

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Daily Deal: The 2022 Complete Linux Learning Paths

3 years 3 months ago
Learn Linux from the ground up. LinuxPath training is a fun and interactive learning platform that lets you experience real-world applications in a highly qualified environment. Immerse yourself in a deep learning experience that increases retention of skills and knowledge, which will ultimately help you succeed on your certification exam. As you progress through the […]
Gretchen Heckmann

Lucy Haskell's 142nd Birthday To Be Marked In Style Friday

3 years 3 months ago
ALTON - Each year, Lucy Jane Haskell’s birthday is always special in Alton. Lucy’s 142nd birthday will be celebrated from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Friday, July 29, at the Haskell Playhouse at the corner of 12th and Henry. Lucy Haskell received her own playhouse in 1885 for her fifth birthday but died at age 9 in 1890. Lucy died of diphtheria. Margaret Hopkins, the organizer of the event, said the party will mimic Lucy’s fifth birthday party when the playhouse was gifted to her. Margaret said a previous newspaper article, says there were Victorian games, cake, lemonade, and pony rides to celebrate. Margaret said there will also be games that are active for children. “Everything we offer will be free to the public,” she said. “There will be a merchandise table where people can purchase notecards, t-shirts, etc., and all the proceeds to the playhouse and future events. A young lady has also been chosen to sing happy birthday to her.” Margaret said

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RFT Wins 2 Association of Alternative Newsmedia Awards

3 years 3 months ago
On Friday the Association of Alternative Newsmedia announced the winners of its 2022 AAN awards. The awards, which have been held annually since 1996, recognize the best in alternative journalism from across the country. The judges are looking for "well-written, incisively reported" work that "effectively challenges established orthodoxies."
Rosalind Early

Deceased Named As 22-Year-Old In St. Louis County Homicide

3 years 3 months ago
ST. LOUIS - The deceased in a homicide in the 6300 block of Lillian Avenue has been identified as Cameron Young, 22 years of age, of the 6200 block of Cana Drive in St. Louis, Missouri 63121. The St. Louis County Police Crimes Against Persons detectives are investigating the homicide. St. Louis County Police Jennings Precinct officers responded to a call for service for shots fired near the intersection of Goodfellow and Lillian Avenue at 5:22 p.m. on Monday, July 25, 2022. Responding officers located an adult male suffering from an apparent gunshot injury. The victim was transported to an area hospital with a life-threatening injury where he later succumbed to his injury and was pronounced deceased. Please contact the St. Louis County Police Department at 636-529-8210 to speak with investigators if you have any information regarding this incident. To remain anonymous or potentially receive a reward, please contact CrimeStoppers at 1-866-371-TIPS (8477).

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OSF Announces Dr. Sherry Simmons Joins Primary Care Office

3 years 3 months ago
ALTON – OSF HealthCare is pleased to add a new primary care provider to its staff to better serve the community of Godfrey and surrounding areas. The addition of Sherry Simmons, MD, on July 24 will ensure increased access for patients in need of primary care at the OSF Medical Group – Primary Care office at 6702 Godfrey Road. Dr. Simmons joins the care team of Priya Kumaraguru, MD, and offers a number of services, including mental health care and chronic disease management. She received a Bachelor of Science from Southern Illinois University and medical degree from St. George’s School of Medicine. She is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. New or existing patient appointments for primary care with Dr. Simmons or a member of her care team can be made by calling (618) 467-1520.

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