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Mayor Morrow Honors Police Training Achievements at Council Meeting

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GRAFTON - At the regular City Council meeting on November 18, 2025, on behalf of the City Council, Mayor Morrow presented Grafton Police Officer Daniel P. Meredith with certificates recognizing his achievement as a certified instructor in both Basic Firearm Training and High-Risk Vehicle Stops. “Officer Meredith is doing a great job and with this new instructor status, he is now able to train and certify our officers and others as well,” said Grafton police chief Dave Womack. Mayor

Tom Lane State Farm Insurance Female Athletes Of The Month: CM Senior Cheerleaders Recognized for Athletic Excellence

1 day 20 hours ago
BETHALTO — Civic Memorial High School recently saluted its senior cheerleaders for their contributions during the football season. The acknowledgement took place as the team transitioned to supporting the basketball Eagles. The girls are the Tom Lane State Farm Insurance Female Athletes of the Month for CM. The senior cheerleaders — Parker Wulf, Makenna Wehmeier, Emma Wade, Nicole Cooper, Keagan Thomas, Morgan Zimmerman, Kaylee Shields and Averie Huebner — are known for providing

Sparklight Female Athletes Of The Month For Jersey: Four Volleyball Players Honored For Efforts

1 day 21 hours ago
JERSEYVILLE — Four players from Jersey’s girls volleyball team were recently named to the Mississippi Valley All-Conference squad, recognizing their standout performances during the 2025 season. The honorees — Adrian Blasa, Meredith Gray, Hope Buttry, and Grace Russell — were also named Sparklight Female Athletes of the Month for Jersey. Blasa and Gray earned first-team all-conference honors, while Buttry and Russell received honorable mention selections. The players

Lotawata Creek Restaurant In Fairview Heights Closes After 29 Years

1 day 21 hours ago
FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS — After 29 years of serving generous portions and Southern-style hospitality, Lotawata Creek announced it has permanently closed its location at 311 Salem Place in Fairview Heights. The restaurant, a longtime community favorite in the Metro East region, officially ended operations, marking the close of nearly three decades of dining experiences. Known for its signature dishes and warm atmosphere, Lotawata Creek was a gathering place for families, friends, and visitors,

Jaclyn Zimmermann

1 day 21 hours ago
On the latest episode of Politically Speaking, state Rep. Jaclyn Zimmermann talks with STLPR's Jason Rosenbaum about her first year in office; her thoughts on the redistricting special session; and her expectations for the 2026 legislative session.

Jaclyn Zimmermann

1 day 21 hours ago
On the latest episode of Politically Speaking, state Rep. Jaclyn Zimmermann talks with STLPR's Jason Rosenbaum about her first year in office; her thoughts on the redistricting special session; and her expectations for the 2026 legislative session.

Illinois police increase patrols during Thanksgiving travel

1 day 21 hours ago
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. -- Law enforcement agencies across Illinois are increasing patrols through Dec. 2 during one of the year’s busiest travel periods. The effort includes Edwardsville Police, who will join Illinois State Police in enforcing seat belt laws and cracking down on impaired and distracted driving. The statewide campaigns, “Click It or Ticket” and “Drive [...]
Joe Millitzer