Graybar has established a scholarship to help raise the visibility of opportunities in the construction trades and to remove barriers for students who have financial need. The Graybar Construction Trades Scholarship will be awarded to students who will enroll full time as undergraduate students in an accredited nonprofit two-year college or technical school program in […]
On March 5, District 5 officers responded to a robbery that happened in the 4200 block of Cook, at approximately 11 p.m. A 26-year-old woman gave inconsistent statements. She told officers she was picked up by a man. The man then pulled over and demanded her belongings. The 26-year-old woman ran away from the car […]
WOOD RIVER — The City of Wood River is set to hold a Special Council meeting at 5 p.m. on March 6, 2025, in Council Chambers at City Hall. The primary agenda item will be a discussion and vote on an ordinance aimed at aligning local regulations with Illinois State Statute regarding the calling of special meetings. According to Mayor Tom Stalcup, the proposed ordinance would require that any special meeting be called either by the mayor or by three members of the city council. "As we move forward, we will continue to bring any outdated ordinances into compliance with Illinois State Statute," Stalcup said. He said the meeting reflects the city's ongoing efforts to ensure that its ordinances are up-to-date and to keep community members informed of progress and changes at various governmental levels. The meeting is live on Riverbender.com at 5 p.m. Thursday. Click here.
A federal pharmaceutical testing facility in St. Louis will remain open, despite appearing on DOGE’s list of scheduled office closures, according to a person familiar with the matter.
From St. Louis Post-Dispatch: Did you know there is a destination in St. Louis where you can stroll through the rolling terrain of one of the top arboretums in the world, and that it is not the Missouri Botanical Garden? For bicycle riders or runners, 14 miles of paved roads and walking paths await, too. […]
UMSL, with its campus in north St. Louis County, said this week its men's and women's track and field teams will stop operations at the end of the spring 2025 semester.
From Hoodline: The Community Development Administration (CDA) of St. Louis has officially opened a public comment period for the draft 2025 Neighborhood Transformation Grants Notices of Funding Availability (NOFAs), which aims to give community initiatives the push they need with a new injection of funding targeted at fostering development in Qualified Census Tracts and Economic […]
Raymond James wanted to offer its tax credit investment clients with an additional product, which is why TReK closed last week on an arrangement to become employees of the financial giant based in St. Petersburg, Florida. Their office remains in Clayton.
The Doors are celebrating the 60th anniversary of the band by sharing some of their favorite Doors-related locations with fans.The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame band has teamed with Apple…
Here’s a puzzle: When does a Supreme Court justice believe courts can review executive branch decisions? The answer, at least for Justice Alito, appears to be “whenever a Democrat is president, but only then.” There is plenty of commentary making the rounds regarding yesterday’s 5-4 Supreme Court decision confirming that of course a judge can […]
From St. Louis Business Journal: The federal government said Tuesday that the massive federal office building in downtown St. Louis is one of four local “non-core” federal properties that could be closed and sold, along with more than 440 federal buildings nationwide. The Robert A. Young Federal Building, a 20-story, nearly 1 million-square-foot brick building at […]
Dear Editor: It is my pleasure to wholeheartedly endorse Mayor Mike McCormick for re-election as Godfrey Mayor. As a Godfrey resident, I have seen first-hand Mayor McCormick’s dedication and love for the Godfrey community. I was reminded of his dedication and creative management this weekend when I attended Coffee with the Mayor. The owner of the Ranch House reminded everyone there of the Mayor’s COVID-19 voucher program that infused more than $800,000 to support local small businesses and assist Godfrey families at a very difficult time. This voucher allowed a family to buy a voucher for a local restaurant or business at half the normal price. The rest of the voucher was paid for by the Village of Godfrey out of the Village Business District Fund. The family benefited from the reduced cost and the business benefited from business that may have been lost due to COVID. The owner of the Ranch House said this program allowed her to put people back to work at a time when
From PHCP Pros: Skilled trades play a vital role in maintaining the essential systems that support our daily lives. From HVAC technicians to plumbers, these professionals work behind the scenes, often in physically and emotionally demanding environments. The urgent and fast-paced nature of trades work can significantly impact mental health. In addition, the mental health […]
ALTON - Following a recent shooting , Alton community members gathered for a rally against gun violence. On Thursday, March 6, 2025, community members met at the 1200 block of Central Avenue in Alton to talk about gun violence and its impact on youth. The event, organized by Alderwoman Rosetta Brown and activist Lee Barham, drew community leaders from across the Riverbend region. “Alton is one of the most precious cities in Illinois, and we refuse to let it become corrupt,” Brown said to kick off the rally. “We’ve gathered here today to show that we care, and that’s what it means. We care, and we are taking our streets back, and we are going to cover our youth and we’re going to cover our neighborhoods.” Alton Mayor David Goins recognized the Alton Police Department for their investigative work in the most recent shooting. “Hopefully we can send a message to the individuals that if you try something in Alton, you’re
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