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Spire Donates $5,000 To Jersey County Sheriff's Department, Supports Equipment For Deputies

3 years 7 months ago
JERSEY - Spire is donating $5,000 to the Jersey County Sheriff’s Office during a check presentation at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Sheriff's Office at 114 N. Washington St. in Jerseyville. The Sheriff’s department will use the donation to secure additional resources and equipment for officers. Jersey County Sheriff Mike Ringhausen was very thankful for the donation and said it will help the office purchase equipment for officers including armor-plated carriers. “Daily, our officers could face dangerous, life-threatening situations," he added. "This donation from Spire allows us to secure equipment that will help protect our officers while as they protect our community.” The donation is being made on behalf of Spire’s STL Pipeline. “Spire continues our promise of advancing the communities we work and live in," Alex Sammet, Manager of Right of Way and Land Management for Spire, said. “This donation to the Sheriff’s Department will positively

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Court Says Texas Drone Law Violates The First Amendment

3 years 7 months ago
The Texas government has passed a law that places a lot of restrictions on those operating drones. The law (passed in 2013 and amended in 2015) also creates a cause of action for residents who feel their privacy has been violated by UAV operators. There’s a single carve out: one for researchers operating drones “on […]
Tim Cushing

Work On The Mississippi River Aboard The Riverboats At The Gateway Arch

3 years 7 months ago
ST. LOUIS — Now is your chance to work at one of the most unique attractions in St. Louis. The Riverboats at the Gateway Arch on the St. Louis Riverfront is hiring for 40 positions ahead of the summer cruising season. “Here at the Riverboats at the Gateway Arch, we are dedicated to fostering an enjoyable and fun work environment for our team members,” says Mary Lamie, Executive Vice President of Multi Modal Enterprises at Bi-State Development. “You’ll meet interesting people from all over the world while serving as an ambassador for St. Louis.” Open positions include riverboat operations roles such as deckhands, mates and even a riverboat captain, as well as ticket sales agents, servers and bartenders. Interested applicants should visit riverboatstljobs.com for more information about the jobs and to apply at the Riverboats at the Gateway Arch. EMPLOYEE PERKS All riverboat team members are eligible for a free Metro Transit pass, which is

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Duckworth, Durbin Applaud HHS for Prioritizing Early Childhood Education in Metro East

3 years 7 months ago
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and Dick Durbin (D-IL) today announced an infusion of support from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Administration for Children and Families (ACF) will be awarded to Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville for Head Start and Early Head Start programs. “Head Start and Early Head Start programs are critical for kids throughout Illinois to have the tools they need to succeed both inside and outside of the classroom,” Duckworth said. “Investments in early childhood education and parental support programs aren’t just important during this pandemic, they are investments in our future. I’m proud to continue supporting these programs with Senator Durbin to help children reach their full potential.” “This federal funding will help give children in the Metro East the strong social and educational foundation they need to flourish throughout preschool, elementary school,

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IDOA Takes An Additional Step To Protect Poultry Flocks

3 years 7 months ago
SPRINGFIELD - The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) announced today that it has filed emergency rules prohibiting the sale or exhibiting of poultry and poultry products at swap meets, exhibitions, flea markets, and auction markets in Illinois to prevent the spread of avian influenza. The Department’s emergency rules take effect immediately and may be effective for up to 150 days. However, after 45 days, the Department will reevaluate based on the avian flu status at the time and may repeal the emergency rules at that point. If the situation requires further cancellation, the Department will continue to evaluate in 45-day increments for up to 150 days. “Protecting animal health in the state of Illinois remains our number one priority,” said Dr. Mark Ernst, IDOA State Veterinarian. “We are optimistic that as the migratory bird season comes to an end, we will see a decrease in exposure for our flocks here in Illinois and our neighboring states, and be able

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The Gori Law Firm Welcomes Madeline Dixon as New Attorney

3 years 7 months ago
EDWARDSVILLE – The Gori Law Firm recently announced that Madeline Dixon has joined the firm as an attorney. Dixon will be working in the firm’s New Orleans office, located at 909 Poydras Street, Suite 2195. Born and raised in Shreveport, La., Dixon has always had an interest in the pursuit of justice. Upon graduating from Louisianan State University with a degree in political science, she then earned her Juris Doctor from the Paul M. Hebert Law Center in 2019. Since her admittance to the Louisiana Bar, Dixon has practiced law in New Orleans, working in the areas of personal injury, immigration, family law, workers’ compensation and criminal law. At The Gori Law Firm, her primary focus will be to fight for families who have negatively been affected by asbestos exposure, helping them to receive the compensation they deserve. “We are always excited to add new faces to our team and believe Madeline will make a great addition to our asbestos litigation practice

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Jerseyville Hires PGAV To Guide Downtown District Planning

3 years 7 months ago
JERSEYVILLE – In 2021, the City of Jerseyville began turning a community-shared vision into priorities and plans for a revitalization plan for the city’s historic downtown. A reimagined vision for Jerseyville’s downtown district first came to light through a series of conversations among members of the public, city leaders and local economic development staff, regional tourism stakeholders, and Illinois Department of Transportation representatives. The goal: To reimagine and re-energize Jerseyville’s downtown as a vibrant, family- and pedestrian-friendly, inclusive, and welcoming regional destination for shopping, dining, entertainment, and cultural experiences. City leaders have now brought in St. Louis, Mo.-based firm PGAV Planners to help guide Jerseyville through the next steps of the process. PGAV Planners provides urban planning, financial development analysis, economic development planning, and municipal advising. The PGAV company also offers architecture

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