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Michael Mangiore Receives 2025 St. Louis Titan 100 Award

5 months 3 weeks ago
S. M. Wilson’s Chief Financial Officer, Michael Mangiore, is one of the 100 C-level executives and CEOs chosen for the 2025 St. Louis Titan 100. This program recognizes the St. Louis area’s most accomplished business leaders in their industries using criteria that demonstrate exceptional leadership, vision and passion. “The Titan 100 are changing the way […]
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Ameren Illinois Upgrading 6 Miles of Natural Gas Infrastructure In Madison County

5 months 3 weeks ago
GRANITE CITY – Ameren Illinois customers driving in and around Illinois Route 203 from World Wide Technology Raceway in Madison to Granite City near U.S. Steel facilities in Madison County will see energy at work now and throughout July as the company upgrades a major natural gas transmission pipeline to comply with enhanced federal transmission pipeline regulations established in 2019. Ameren Illinois is replacing 1960s era pipeline along a six-mile stretch with new steel pipeline, while adding three new regulator stations and two new control valve stations as part of the Ameren Illinois' multi-year plan for all of its gas transmission pipelines to comply with the U.S. Department of Transportation's 2035 deadline for overall completion. Ameren Illinois is working with IDOT and Madison County to control traffic near the construction area. Weather permitting, this project should be completed by early July. "These proactive steps will ensure the continued safe, reliable deliver

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The National Museum of Transportation In St. Louis Vandalized - Help Is Needed

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ST. LOUIS — The National Museum of Transportation was vandalized early Friday morning, Jan. 10, 2025, causing an estimated $20,000 in damage to two historic trolley artifacts. The incident occurred at approximately 6 a.m. on Jan. 10, and involved graffiti being painted on the trolleys, which are integral to the museum's operations during its operating season. The National Museum Of Transportation is located at 2933 Barrett Station Road, St. Louis. National Museum Of Transportation Executive Director Terri McEachern expressed her dismay over the incident, stating, "We are heartbroken by this careless, selfish, and senseless act. Our volunteers work extremely hard to restore these priceless artifacts and return them to operating conditions for our guests to enjoy." The trolleys affected are the 1914 St. Louis Waterworks Railway #10 and the 1947 Southern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority #2740. The museum, a non-profit organization, relies on community support for its preservation

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SIUE Honors Excellence at Alumni and Athletics Hall of Fame Celebration

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EDWARDSVILLE - Southern Illinois University Edwardsville's Alumni Association and Athletics joined forces for an extraordinary evening of recognition and celebration for the 2025 Hall of Fame induction on Friday, Jan. 10. The event, held as part of the 2025 Alumni Weekend, highlighted the remarkable achievements of distinguished alumni and outstanding athletes, bringing together the SIUE community in a spirit of pride and camaraderie. The 2025 Hall of Fame Ceremony was segmented after dinner with two halves of presentations. Joe Pott, director of athletics communication and broadcasting, served as the evening’s master of ceremonies, welcoming attendees to a night that showcased the profound impact of SIUE’s alumni and athletics programs. Recipients were given an award to keep and their names engraved on a plaque to be displayed on campus. Each inductee delivered heartfelt remarks, reflecting on the role SIUE played in their success. Maggie Krumwiede, ’05, ’09,

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GoFundMe Organized For Husband Of Area Psychic

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GLEN CARBON - Christine Young is organizing a fundraiser to support Bill Decker, who is facing significant challenges following the sudden passing of his wife, Cynthia Becker, of Glen Carbon. "Cynthia, a beloved wife and mother known for her psychic abilities, passed away recently after a long battle with a debilitating neurological disorder that confined her to a wheelchair," Christine Young said. The fundraiser aims to help Bill cover immediate expenses related to arrangements and to assist with the loss of the business they built together, which relied heavily on Cynthia’s gifts. Cynthia's death has left a profound impact on those who knew her. For many years, she fought bravely against her condition, never allowing it to define her. Despite the physical limitations she faced, Cynthia continued to connect with and support countless individuals through her psychic work. "Bill, her husband, was a steadfast source of support throughout her struggles, dedicating himself to

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Giannoulias to Metro East Residents: Get Real or Get Grounded

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MASCOUTAH - I llinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias announced his office will hold a REAL ID enrollment “pop-up” event at MidAmerica St. Louis Airport on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025. The appointment-only event for Illinois residents is part of the Secretary of State’s statewide effort encouraging residents to “Get Real” prior to the federal deadline. The office hosted similar events last month at airports in Quincy and Bloomington and Peoria. Effective May 7, 2025, the Department of Homeland Security will require airline passengers to present a REAL ID to board a domestic flight or enter federal buildings such as military bases and federal courts. Travelers will also have the option of using a valid passport to board flights. “Partnering with airports like MidAmerica allows our office to provide REAL ID services at a convenient location for frequent travelers,” Giannoulias said. “With the REAL ID deadline fast approaching, we

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Duckworth Meets with Taiwan Legislature Delegation, Reinforces Support for U.S.-Taiwan Relations

5 months 3 weeks ago
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) met with Han Kuo-yu, the Speaker of Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan, and a delegation from the Legislative Yuan yesterday to discuss how the United States can best continue to support Taiwan amidst threats from the People’s Republic of China (PRC), help Taiwan strengthen their national security and further enhance our bilateral economic ties. Photos of the meeting can be found on the Senator’s website . “If America wants to remain a global leader, we have to show up and support our friends like Taiwan who is facing escalating threats from the PRC as they work to strengthen their own democracy,” said Senator Duckworth. “In recent years, I’ve worked across the aisle to help the people of Taiwan strengthen their civil defense, deliver desperately-needed COVID vaccines in the height of the pandemic and deepen our trade ties on everything from chip manufacturing to agricultural investments. I’m

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