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Who is on the Ballot for the Illinois Legislative Primary?

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ILLINOIS - The Illinois primary is scheduled for Tuesday, March 17, 2026. Here are the legislative races that are on the ballot. The Illinois Senate 56th District is currently represented by Republican Erica Harriss. Two Democrats are on the primary ballot to see who will challenge her during the general election on Nov. 3, 2026. Marsie Geldert-Murphey will face Kevin Hall . You can click here to read more about their platforms. The Illinois 15th Congressional District is currently

Beermaster Tour

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Are you Budweiser’s biggest fan? Then, this is the brewery tour for you! The Beermaster Tour offers an all-access look at how the King of Beers is brewed, visiting exclusive […]

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Day Fresh Tour

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The most popular tour at the Anheuser-Busch Brewery invites guests to take a closer look at the historic campus and brewing methods. As you visit the Budweiser Clydesdale paddock and […]

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RBGA Recognizes Pruitt Mechanical Services In Bethalto For Small Business Excellence

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GODFREY – The RiverBend Growth Association has adjusted its awards programs in 2026, which includes moving to an every-other-month cycle of recognizing member businesses in the Riverbend for proven excellence. The Small Business Excellence shoutout for March goes to Pruitt Mechanical Services LLC in Bethalto. In business for 17 years now, owner Joe Pruitt says he started the business because he “wanted to build something that stood for more than just ‘getting the job done.’”

March Bandness: DAILY RESULTS

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Tournament Links:  View the Bracket (full size) | Check Your Bracket | March Bandness Archives March Bandness 2026 Results   March 16, 2026  Match 1: Led Zeppelin (91%) vs. Poison...

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Jerseyville Public Library Releases Statement Regarding Employee Investigation

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JERSEYVILLE – The Jerseyville Public Library has been notified that a library employee was detained by law enforcement on Thursday, March 12, 2026. According to authorities, the individual is currently being held on pending charges related to alleged internet child pornography material possession. Upon receiving this information, the library immediately took steps to ensure the employee no longer has access to library facilities, resources, or patrons. The employee’s primary role

East Alton-Wood River Seniors Honored for Exceptional Service

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EAST ALTON/WOOD RIVER - The Riverbend East Rotary Club has recognized East Alton-Wood River High School seniors Emma Glenn and LeBron Reed as its February Service Above Self award winners, honoring their leadership and service at the school, the club said. The recognition was recently announced by the Riverbend East Rotary Club in the Riverbend area. The awards highlight students who demonstrate “the values of responsibility, leadership, and service” and reflect “the spirit o

Why Humans Celebrate Milestones

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A plain sheet cake can make an ordinary Tuesday feel like a turning point. Add a few candles, write a name in frosting, and suddenly people show up, take photos, and speak as if something important just happened. The funny part is that the “something” is often just a number changing—another year, another month, another day. Humans celebrate milestones because they help us make sense of time, effort, and change. They turn blurry stretches of life into clear chapters. They also

Dayton Freight Opens New 100-Door Facility In Collinsville

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COLLINSVILLE — Dayton Freight Lines, Inc., a provider of supply chain services, has opened a new Service Center in Collinsville, expanding its operations in the St. Louis-area market. The new, state-of-the-art facility is located on more than 100 acres and includes 100 doors, a heated dock, a snow scraper, a shop and advanced technology “designed to support operational excellence,” the company said. The Service Center is positioned at the Interstate 255 and Interstate 55 interchange,

The Meaning Behind "Green with Envy"

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A strange thing happens when jealousy shows up: we talk about it as if it has a color. Not red like anger or blue like sadness, but green—an oddly specific shade for a feeling that lives in the mind. “Green with envy” is one of the most common English idioms for jealousy. It paints envy as something visible, almost physical, as if it could tint your skin. But why green? And what does the phrase really mean in everyday life? What “green with envy” actually means

This Day in History on March 16: U.S. Troops Carry Out My Lai Massacre in Vietnam

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On March 16, 1926, American rocket pioneer Robert H. Goddard launched the first successful liquid-fueled rocket in Auburn, Massachusetts. It was a short flight—only a few seconds and a modest height—but it proved something that had never been demonstrated in practice: a rocket using liquid fuel could lift itself under controlled power. At the time, the idea of reaching high altitudes, or even space, still sounded like science fiction to many people. Goddard’s test mattered becaus