WOOD RIVER - Devon Barboza, a senior at East Alton-Wood River High School, is being recognized for his dedication and achievements in baseball. Barboza, who has played the sport since tee-ball, credits his hard work and commitment both on the field and in the classroom for reaching this milestone. “I’ve always been a hard worker, whether it be for sports or school,” Barboza said. “I always make sure my grades are up and I don’t have missing assignments. I'm putting in work during the off time whether I feel like it or not.” Barboza is a Midwest Members Credit Union Male Athlete of Month for the Oilers. Barboza expressed appreciation for the support he has received throughout his athletic career. “I would like to thank both of my parents for always making sure I was at practice and always supporting me. Also want to thank every coach I have had to help me get to this point,” he said. His current coach, Tim Bond, has played a significant
WOOD RIVER - Jadyn Watson, a senior at East Alton-Wood River High School, has been recognized for her achievements in girls soccer, where she has played throughout her high school career. Watson credits her dedication and hard work both on the field and in the classroom as key factors in earning this recognition. She is a Midwest Members Credit Union Female Athlete of the Month. “I’ve been playing soccer for four years, and what I like most is building new friendships and working hard to improve,” Watson said. “Ball is life.” In addition to soccer, she serves as captain of her bowling team and is actively involved in clubs such as Big Sisters and the National Honor Society. Watson expressed gratitude to those who have supported her journey. “I’d like to thank my parents for making sure I know that I can achieve whatever I put my mind to. I’d also like to thank my best friend and Papa for showing me how to be the best person I can be,
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Patricia Racette will become artistic director of Opera Theatre of Saint Louis, succeeding James Robinson and enhancing her longtime relationship with the company.
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Wolfgang Van Halen's new song with his band Mammoth, "The End," will probably remind you of Eddie Van Halen with its tapping guitar riff. Fittingly, Wolf recorded the part with his late…
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