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Fortunately, John Wolfe Jr.'s mother saved all of his letters, and they paint a portrait of a young man whose thinking evolved during his time in the service.

GRANITE CITY – This summer, the sweet sound of success has a name — Karlisa Brent . The Granite City High School junior and All-State flute player has been awarded the coveted Tomasi Flutes Scholarship to attend the Midwest Flute Institute at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE), a nationally recognized summer program for aspiring flutists. Brent stood out not only for her musical excellence but also for her genuine passion and dedication to the art of flute playing. From achieving All-State recognition to maintaining music as a heartfelt hobby, her journey is an inspiring testament to perseverance and love for music. “I want to continue in music for as long as I can,” she shared in her scholarship application. “Of all of the hobbies I've ever enjoyed ... Music has stayed close to my heart for the longest. It gives me a temporary moment of stillness and calm without the stress and realities of the world.” H

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DUBUQUE, Iowa. - The University of Dubuque congratulates the following student on being appointed to the Spring Semester 2025 Academic Dean's List: Sasha Daughrity - Glen Carbon, IL Full-time students in good academic standing (registered for and having earned 12 or more letter grade credits for the term) who earn a term grade point average of 3.5 or above and who do not have any grades of Incomplete for the term are named to the Dean's List. Once grades have been submitted for any Incompletes, the Office of Academic Affairs will review eligibility again for possible placement on the Dean's List for the given term. Dean's List is awarded for the fall and spring semesters only and may be awarded retroactively. About the University of Dubuque The University of Dubuque (UD) is a private, coed university founded in 1852 that offers undergraduate, graduate, and theological seminary degrees as well as other educational opportunities with the intention of educating and forming

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GODFREY – Ballroom dance classes are in full swing at Lewis and Clark Community College. The community is invited to step onto the dance floor and explore timeless styles in a fun, structured and welcoming environment. During these five-week courses, students will learn the fundamentals of social and American-style ballroom dance. Under the guidance of professional dance instructor William Trent, “You will gain confidence on the dance floor in no time.” Participants must register with a dance partner, and the cost is $55 per person. “Put on your dancing shoes and join the fun,” Community Education Division Assistant Becky Moore said. “Ballroom isn’t just for the pros; it’s for the whole community.” Shoes with leather or vinyl soles are recommended. Classes take place in Hatheway 107 on the Godfrey Campus. Class Schedule Rumba for Beginners (CEPE-152-60) Tuesdays, June 10 - July 8, 6-7 p.m. Cha-Cha for Beginners (CEPE-153-60)

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CHICAGO – Attorney General Kwame Raoul today announced his office has reached a settlement with 401 North Wabash Venture LLC, known as Trump International Hotel & Tower. Once approved by a judge, the settlement will resolve violations of the Illinois Environmental Protection Act and Illinois Pollution Control Board regulations relating to the building’s cooling water intake system, which uses water from the Chicago River. “The Chicago River is one of our city’s most treasured natural resources, and future generations should benefit from the opportunities for recreation and commerce it provides,” Raoul said. “I am pleased to have reached this agreement, which will protect the Chicago River and the important habitat that it provides to local wildlife. I am committed to continuing to vigorously enforce our environmental laws.” “The proposed settlement represents years of work by the Illinois Attorney General’s Office and Illinois

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CHICAGO – With summer just around the corner, the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is reminding parents and caregivers of the importance of always supervising children when they are in or near water to avoid the tragedy of accidental drowning deaths. “Children are easily attracted to water, and even turning your attention away from a child near water for a moment to answer a phone call or tend to a child in the next room can result in dire consequences,” said Illinois DCFS Director Heidi E. Mueller . “Drownings happen quickly and silently in as little as one inch of water. We ask all caregivers to be responsible for watching their children no matter how well that child can swim as not all drownings involve waving, yelling and splashing. Please remember to be water wise and supervise your children if you are near water this summer.” In 2024, 19 Illinois children lost their lives to accidental drowning: eight in pools, four in

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ALTON – OSF Saint Anthony’s Health Center continues fortifying its efforts in addressing the mental health and well-being needs of youth and young adults in the Riverbend region. Lisa Lawrence, M.S.W., licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), psychotherapist, is the newest addition to the robust Psychological Services department roster at OSF Saint Anthony’s. Ms. Lawrence has more than 22 years of providing outpatient and inpatient therapy services in individual and group settings in the greater St. Louis metro area on both sides of the river. “My goal is to create a collaborative relationship with clients and help them feel safe to explore challenges, identify barriers to wanted change, and develop mutually agreed upon goals,” says Ms. Lawrence. “I approach my work with curiosity, empathy and humility. My hope is that my clients experience personal growth and self-discovery in their work with me toward peace, relief and joy.” Lawrence wi

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) released the following statement on her vote against House Republicans' tax package: “The Republican tax package is nothing more than a massive handout to the wealthiest Americans at the expense of everyone else. It unfairly harms the bottom 10 percent of earners while delivering the most benefits to the top 10 percent. It also cuts billions from Medicaid and SNAP, and adds more than $3 trillion to the national debt,” said Congresswoman Budzinski. “This bill turns its back on working families, meaning while billionaires receive tax breaks, middle class families will instead pay more in annual living expenses. We need middle class tax relief, support for those who need it, and real fiscal responsibility. This bill fails on all counts, which is why I voted NO.” Below are some of the specific impacts the tax package would have on Illinois’ 13th Congressional District: 19,000 people

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ST. LOUIS - Ameren Corporation announced today a $1 million donation to assist in recovery efforts from the powerful storms and tornado that struck the St. Louis metropolitan region and surrounding areas on Friday, May 16. "These devastating storms struck at the heart of our communities, impacting our customers, employees, neighbors and friends," said Martin J. Lyons Jr. , chairman, president and chief executive officer of Ameren. "Seeing the damage firsthand is heartbreaking, but our crews are working tirelessly to rebuild what's been lost. This $1 million commitment is one more way we're standing shoulder to shoulder with the communities we serve as they begin the long road to recovery." Ameren will provide $750,000 to community organizations to help assist in the ongoing recovery efforts. Partner organizations receiving the recovery funds are the United Way of Greater St. Louis , the American Red Cross , The Salvation Army, the Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis and

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EDWARDSVILLE - Metro East Humane Society recently raised over $38,000 with a 24-hour “Slumber Pawty.” The event encouraged volunteers to spend 24 hours at the shelter with the animals. Mady O’Reilly, MEHS Development Manager, explained that the experience allowed people to engage with the dogs while fundraising for veterinary care, food, facility upkeep and more. “It’s just this really awesome event where we decided that we’re going to all get together and we’re going to spend 24 hours at the shelter, because at the end of the day, shelter pets just want someone to cuddle up with just like any other dog,” O’Reilly said. “The event has been really awesome to be a part of, and it really has done so many amazing things for all of the pets here.” The idea behind the “Slumber Pawty” was started in 2017 at Gateway Pet Guardians in East St. Louis. MEHS joined in 2019. As the initiative has grown, there ar

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ST. LOUIS - The St. Louis region has more than 48,000 skilled workers in Advanced Manufacturing and the region ranks among the top 20 metros for aerospace employment with nearly four times more aerospace manufacturing employees than other similar-sized markets. The bi-state region also ranks first in the nation for on-the-job training programs and third for completed internships helping to contribute to workforce growth to support the number of advanced manufacturing firms in the area. Among the major employers calling the St. Louis region home are General Motors, Boeing, West Star Aviation, True Manufacturing, Evertrak, Emerson, Oasis Berco, Lear, The Greenbrier Companies, Gulfstream Aerospace Corp., ICL Group and Scott Air Force Base, with several of those recently or currently expanding their operations. Boeing, which already has more than 16,000 employees in the bi-state region, is planning a multi-billion expansion to add a one million square-foot advanced aerospace manufacturing

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SPRINGFIELD - Ahead of Memorial Day, Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs announced the return of a Purple Heart medal to the grandson of a late World War II Army veteran from Lansing, Ill. Army Cpl. Henry Van Der Noord was one of four brothers who fought for the U.S. during World War II, with all of them making it home. He earned the Purple Heart for wounds he suffered during the fight to liberate the Philippines in May 1945. “Mr. Van Der Noord and his brothers served their country proudly during a crucial time in our world’s history,” Frerichs said while returning the Purple Heart to Van Der Noord’s grandson, Christopher Reed, also a veteran. “I am proud to return this honor to his loving family.” Reed, the first male grandchild, got the medal when he was 8 or 9. He also received his grandfather’s Army green dress jacket, and some other medals. The Purple Heart stood out, however. “When I first got it, I didn’t know what th

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A regional partnership aims to train young people in anticipation of increasing demand for renewable energy-focused jobs in the heart of coal country.

ST. LOUIS COUNTY – The 76th annual ‘Gravois Trail Memorial Day Good Turn’ is happening at Jefferson Barracks on Sunday. It will start with a procession at around 11:30 a.m. from the VA Hospital to the Flagstaff. The American Flag will be raised to half-staff at noon with speakers and a traditional playing of taps. [...]

ARNOLD, Mo. – A rare albino deer was caught on camera in the front yard of a home in Arnold. The deer was spotted grazing with its herd, calmly enjoying a late-night snack before it took off into the dark. This moment was captured just before midnight on Friday by Fox 2 viewer Branden Fehr’s [...]