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GLEN CARBON – Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois is pleased to celebrate the outstanding volunteers who earned awards at our annual Recognition of Excellence ceremony. These volunteers exemplify our mission of building girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. President’s Award The President’s Award recognizes the efforts of a service unit team whose exemplary service in support of delivering the Girl Scout Leadership Experience surpassed team goals and resulted in significant, measurable impact toward reaching the council’s overall goals. Service Unit 109 – serving the Troy/St. Jacob area Appreciation Pin Award The Appreciation Pin recognizes an individual’s exemplary service in support of delivering the Girl Scout Leadership Experience. This service, which has had measurable impact on at least one service unit, contributes to expanding the council’s reach and surpassing its mission-delivery

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The 23-year-old victim was killed in the 4300 block of Ravenwood Avenue, said Benjamin Santoyo, a detective with the North County Police Cooperative.

The Globe Building has fully funded the space’s buildout and is providing the space under lease to the Downtown CID at no charge.

WOOD RIVER - A fight broke out in the parking lot near East Alton-Wood River High School after graduation on Wednesday night, May 14, 2025, Wood River Police Chief Brad Wells said late in the evening. "A fight broke out between two females in the parking lot after graduation," Chief Wells said. "They knew each other and have had ongoing problems with each other. "One was holding a child. Other acquaintances got involved to give the appearance of a large fight happening. EMS was called to check on the child. No one was transported with any injuries. Everyone was dispersed." No other information was available about the dispute at this time.

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The home of the Gateway Grizzlies has a new name.

The U.S. House Agriculture Committee approved, 29-25, Wednesday evening its portion of Republicans’ major legislative package that includes a provision that would shift to states some of the responsibility to pay for a major nutrition assistance program. The bill would require states, for the first time, to cover part of the cost of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or […]

WASHINGTON — The U.S. House panel in charge of overhauling Medicaid by cutting hundreds of billions in federal spending wrapped up debate on its bill Wednesday, following a 25-hour session. The Energy and Commerce Committee voted 30-24 along party lines to sign off on the legislation, sending it to the Budget panel, which is expected […]

WASHINGTON — A national school voucher program got a step closer to becoming law Wednesday, as school choice continues to take heat across the United States. The proposal in the U.S. House would allocate $5 billion a year in tax credits for people donating to organizations that provide private and religious school scholarships and is […]

A 23-year-old man was found dead from a gunshot wound on the 4300 block of Ravenwood in Pine Lawn, while a separate shooting on Bircher and Oakwood Avenues left over 90 evidence markers, but the incidents are not connected.

We’ve well documented by now how the AT&T->Warner Brothers->Discovery series of mergers were among some of the most destructive and pointless “business deals” ever conceived by modern man. The mergers resulted in bottomless layoffs, the closure of numerous valuable and popular brands and shows, and much worse product as incompetent, fail-upward executives shifted the company’s […]

Discover a wide range of exciting events happening across the Riverbend area, from lively music performances and vibrant farmers' markets to engaging workshops and family-friendly festivals, there's something to captivate everyone. For a complete listing of upcoming events, visit https://www.riverbender.com/events/ . Featured City of Troy - 2025 Spring City/Village Wide Garage Sales is happening on May 16 & 17 from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM. This event offers a fantastic opportunity to explore a variety of items ranging from furniture and collectibles to everyday essentials across the city of Troy. It's a perfect chance for bargain hunters and treasure seekers alike to find great deals throughout the city. For those interested in participating, registration for addresses and an interactive map are available. More information can be found by visiting www.troymaryvillecoc.com, emailing info@troymaryvillecoc.com, or calling 618-667-8769. Village of Marine - 2025 Spring City/Village Wide

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Hazelwood police said a 53-year-old man shot and killed his 48-year-old wife before shooting himself inside a home on Rivermeadows Drive.

ST. CHARLES COUNTY — A St. Peters man is facing charges months after one of his passengers died in a single-car crash last year.

Republicans in the Missouri Senate dropped a bomb Wednesday during the final days of the legislative session, crushing Democratic attempts to forge end-of-session compromises on abortion and paid sick leave.