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Nestled among the rolling hills of Eureka, Brookdale Farms has everything you need to satisfy your fall cravings. During its fall festival, pick the perfect pumpkins for classic jack-o’-lanterns, navigate […]

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GRANITE CITY - Employees of Revity Credit Union united during the month of September to raise $1,206.94 in support of Billie’s Kids Christmas through their Revel for a Cause Jeans Program. The Revel for a Cause Jeans Program is an employee funded program that gives Revity Credit Union employees the opportunity to support the credit union philosophy of people helping people. By making a monthly, monetary donation to a local organization, Revity Credit Union employees can wear jeans and tennis shoes on Fridays and Saturdays during that month. At Revity Credit Union, our commitment lies in supporting our community and prioritizing our members' well-being. Revity has proudly selected Billie’s Kids Christmas as the recipient of their Revel for a Cause donation. During the month of September, Revity Credit Union employees donated $1,206.94 to Billie’s Kids Christmas. Billie's Kids Christmas is an initiative that aims to bring joy and festive cheer to children in need,

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SWANSEA - State Senator Christopher Belt is joining the Illinois State Board of Education in inviting residents to nominate a local school board member for the Thomas Lay Burroughs Award, which is presented annually to an outstanding member of an Illinois school board. “I served four years on a local school board and know firsthand how important their duties are,” said Belt (D-Swansea). “School board members put care and quality into their districts to enhance the value of our students’ education. If you know a board member who has continued to make a positive impact on their school district, I urge you to nominate them for this respected award.” The Thomas Lay Burroughs Award was created in 1991 in memory of late ISBE Chairman Tom Burroughs and is presented each November at a conference hosted jointly by the Illinois Association of School Boards, the Illinois Association of School Administrators and the Illinois Association of School Business Officials.

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WOOD RIVER – The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced that intermittent daytime lane closures will take place on Illinois 143 from West Ferguson Avenue/Short Avenue (Wood River) to Illinois 157 (Edwardsville) in Madison County beginning, weather permitting, Tuesday, Oct. 15, through Thursday, Oct. 17. The lane closures are necessary for the evaluation of pavement conditions. Drivers are urged to reduce speed, be alert for changing conditions, obey all signage and refrain from using mobile devices while approaching and traveling through the work zone. For IDOT District 8 updates, follow us on the social media platform X at @IDOTDistrict8 or view area construction details on IDOT’s traveler information map on GettingAroundIllinois.com.

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CHICAGO - Today, Governor JB Pritzker, Governor Tony Evers, and Governor Gretchen Whitmer issued the following joint statement: "Four years ago, during the very worst of the COVID-19 pandemic, as Governors of our states, we were engaged in a 24/7 effort to obtain critical medical supplies for our people. It was a terrifying time, and the federal government abandoned us to fend for ourselves. No one knew how deadly the pandemic would turn out to be, and our hospitals were struggling to treat patients and protect their staff. The federal government, under the leadership of then-President Donald Trump, had completely abdicated responsibility. They ignored our requests for help to get testing kits, ventilators, and N-95 masks. As we grappled with worldwide shortages, the former President flat out refused to deploy the Defense Production Act to manufacture these critical supplies here at home, putting our people at the mercy of price gouging foreign suppliers. Putting pride and partisanship

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SPRINGFIELD - This week, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) marked the designation of the Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument alongside Senator Dick Durbin, Senator Tammy Duckworth, local leaders from the NAACP and ACLU, and officials from the Department of the Interior and White House Council on Environmental Quality at a ceremony in Springfield. “The 1908 Springfield Race Riot is deeply significant for our community and our country, both as a horrific example of racial violence and as a pivotal moment in civil rights history,” said Congresswoman Budzinski. “Telling the story of our past is essential to build a future with true justice and equality, but for too long this tragedy has not received the acknowledgment it deserves. This new national monument is an important step forward to honor those killed in 1908, reckon with America’s history of racial violence and recognize the resilience of the Black community. I was proud to work with Senator

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GODFREY - Happy Hour Barber Stop will once again host their annual trunk-or-treat. The free event, held at the barbershop at 4619 N. Alby Street, invites kids of all ages to come out and enjoy trunk-or-treating from 5–7 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024. Owner Claudia Espinoza said there will be about 12 cars decorated and giving out candy, in addition to a costume contest and a special SWAT truck visit. “We get so excited about putting on the show for the kiddos,” Espinoza said. “To me, that’s a big deal, giving back to the community.” Espinoza has owned Happy Hour Barber Stop for six years. She loves hosting the annual trunk-or-treat and inviting community members to enjoy a safe, fun, “family-friendly” event. Unlike other trick-or-treating or trunk-or-treating events, there are no age restrictions. There will be no vendors or chances to spend money. Espinoza just wants to see all of the “kiddos” enjoy themselves

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EDWARDSVILLE - The Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Concert Jazz Band is thrilled to announce its upcoming concert, “Ritmo y Jazz: A Celebration of Latin Music,” featuring accomplished percussionist Matt Henry. The performance will take place on Tuesday, October 15 at 7:30 p.m. in Dunham Hall Theater. The concert set pays homage to the rich traditions of Latin music, seamlessly blending jazz influences with infectious rhythms. Under the direction of Garrett Schmidt, associate professor of Jazz Studies, the SIUE Concert Jazz Band will showcase a dynamic program that celebrates the diverse sounds of Latin America, featuring classic pieces and innovative arrangements. Henry, renowned for his virtuosic skills with non-Western percussion, is the featured musical guest. With a career spanning more than two decades, Henry has collaborated with numerous acclaimed artists and is known for his ability to bring energy and passion to every performance. His unique style and

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ST. LOUIS – A group of veterans from St. Louis and southeast Missouri are taking part in a special Honor Flight Saturday morning. They’re making a one-day trip to Washington D.C. where they’ll visit the war memorials that stand as a tribute to their service3 and sacrifice. Veterans from World War II, the Korean War, [...]

The beloved Mexican-American restaurant has been open for just five years. It will still be serving at regular hours until 8 p.m. on Sunday.

More than 200 science, technology, engineering, and math professionals are candidates at the state and municipal level this year.

ST. LOUIS – There are a lot of new things to do at one of St. Louis’ historic parks. Mayor Tishaura Jones and Alderwoman Pam Boyd will officially unveil some newly renovated basketball and tennis courts out at Fairground Park. Six, brand-new pickleball courts are also now open for the community. The courts are located [...]

MAPLEWOOD, Mo. – A Maplewood firefighter who faced serious injuries during a rescue Monday night is improving. Captain Paul Szydlowski, a 29-year veteran of the department, walked out of Barnes Hospital Friday night. He was rushed there after suffering a major cardiac event while battling a fire at the Rivercrest Apartments on Monday night. The [...]

ALTON - From 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, October 19, 2024, Sara Angleton and Jana Meehan will present their “Exploring the Legacy of the 1904 World’s Fair through Fiction” lecture at the Genealogy & Local History Library, 401 State Street, in downtown Alton. In 1904, all eyes were on the City of St. Louis, and on the largest, most ambitious fair the world had ever seen. The works of local authors Jana Meehan and Sarah Angleton explore the environment of this impactful event through stories of love, crime, and intrigue against a backdrop of the fascinating sights, experiences, innovations, and impressions of St. Louis’s World’s Fair. Join them as they discuss their research, the challenges of representing the era through fiction, and the lasting legacy of the fair in St. Louis and around the world. Sarah Angleton is the author of four historical novels, including “Paradise on the Pike”, a mystery set at Hagenbeck’s Zoological Paradise

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Decreasing clouds through the late morning and early afternoon hours as temperatures climb to near record levels. Saturday afternoon highs are forecast in the upper 80s. The record for Saturday is 89 degrees set in 1879 and 1890. A cold front drops south across the area tonight and early Sunday morning which will bring in [...]

GRANITE CITY – Granite City High School congratulates four graduates who are entering the GCHS Wall of Fame Class of 2024. Colonel Thomas G. Miner Jr., USAF, (Ret.) (Class of 1990), James V. Rooney (Class of 1996), Cory L. Simpson, Md, PhD (Class of 1999) and Sharon (Koesterer) Van Meter, W.M.C.S. (Class of 1975 North) will be honored on Friday, November 8 during induction ceremonies in the GCHS atrium. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., dinner will be served at 6 p.m., followed by the induction ceremony at 7 p.m. To reserve a table of eight seats for $200, please email GCHS Wall of Fame Chair Daren DePew: depewdaren1@gmail.com COLONEL THOMAS G. MINER JR., ASAF, (Ret) - Class of 1990 Thomas Miner Jr. is a former Colonel in the United States Air Force (USAF), a position he held until his retirement in 2020. While in the USAF he served as the commander of five organizations. He had the honor and privilege of leading the air forces’ premier global airborne contingency

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Demolition on the mall is scheduled to begin Tuesday, and a lot of people are asking: Will it be demolished all at once?