GODFREY — Craig Lombardi, a current Trustee and candidate for Mayor of Godfrey, discussed his vision for the village during an interview with CJ Nasello of Our Daily Show ! Lombardi emphasized the need for a comprehensive plan to attract younger families and enhance community resources. In the interview, Lombardi outlined his belief that Godfrey must adapt to appeal to younger residents, and said, “I think Godfrey needs to move in a direction to get younger families. We don't really have a plan right now.” He expressed that while the village’s parks are satisfactory, they require improvement to better serve families. Lombardi, who has a background in media with experience at 97.1 and KMOX, noted that his lifelong involvement in politics has afforded him valuable connections. “I have been around politics my whole life. I am around it all the time and have more connections than most,” he said, indicating he would leverage these relationships if
GODFREY — Mike McCormick, the incumbent candidate for Mayor of Godfrey, discussed his vision recently for the village during an appearance on CJ Nasello's " Our Daily Show ." McCormick emphasized the importance of community engagement and financial management as he campaigns for the upcoming election. McCormick expressed pride in the performance of the Public Works Department, particularly during winter weather events. "Not once have any of them called off," he said, highlighting the commitment of his team during significant snowfalls this past winter. He acknowledged Jim Lewis, who oversees the department, and said: "'Air on side of safety' was always our motto." Looking ahead, McCormick shared his thoughts on economic development in Godfrey. "We need more rooftops with our population," he said, adding that there has been notable development along Godfrey Road and Delmar. Regarding future projects, McCormick mentioned ongoing efforts to acquire land and navigate obstacles
Two identical bills to give state backing for a new sports and convention center in Clay County are not an attempt to poach the Kansas City Chiefs or Royals from Jackson County, legislators were told Monday during a Senate committee hearing. Instead, the bill sponsors said, the intent is to provide another location for new […]
GODFREY – Lewis and Clark Community College enrollment continues to climb amid a changing landscape and ongoing struggles permeating U.S. higher education. In Spring 2025, Lewis and Clark had 4,547 unduplicated students, compared to 4,240 the previous year—an increase of 7.24 percent. Those students took a total of 36,296.5 credit hours. “Lewis and Clark, like other community colleges, is naturally resilient,” said Vice President of Student Affairs Cherise Jackson. “Our commitments to meeting students where they are, keeping costs low and providing access to education and training for in-demand career paths are all central to our identity as an institution. Our investments in innovative methods of instruction and new programs provide numerous options for students at all points in their educational journey.” The semester’s total includes full-time, part-time, concurrent enrollment and dual credit enrollment. Concurrent enrollment
Lynyrd Skynyrd has added a trio of dates to their 2025 tour.The latest additions to the Southern rock band’s schedule include an Aug. 2 show at The Pearl Concert Theater…
EDWARDSVILLE – Mayor Art Risavy and the City Council will welcome the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Cougars men’s basketball team, coaches and Athletic Department to City Hall on Tuesday, April 1, to honor and celebrate their historic achievements during the 2024-25 season. Student athletes, coaches, support staff and representatives of the SIUE administration will attend the City Council meeting at 7 p.m. in City Hall, 118 Hillsboro Avenue, on the heels of the men’s basketball team’s debut in the NCAA Division I tournament in March. Mayor Risavy will issue a proclamation in honor of the team and its exhilarating season. “Our City is beaming with Cougar pride, and we are thrilled for the opportunity to recognize this terrific accomplishment,” Mayor Risavy said. “There’s so much hard work, determination and dedication that is put forth each and every season by everyone involved, and in particular by these amazing student athletes.”
Imagine you had pretty much unlimited power over the government and wanted to save taxpayers’ money. You could: Or you could do what Elon Musk did with DOGE: declare everything wasteful, start firing people at random, and claim you’re saving billions through pure destruction. It’s long been clear that Elon has never considered Chesterton’s Fence […]
EDWARDSVILLE - The Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Meridian Society has announced the recipients of its 2025 awards, providing $22,794 in funding to seven innovative projects that serve the campus and broader Metro East community. “The most distinctive aspect of our 2025 awards is that we go beyond donating to known community organizations,” said Marian Smithson, Meridian Society member and Awards Committee chair. “We’re providing funds to launch unique events and projects that will open new experiences for youth and adults in the Metro East, as well as SIUE students.” The Meridian Society received 11 applications totaling more than $47,000 in funding requests. The awarded projects reflect careful consideration by the Society’s committee, which prioritized mission alignment, long-term impact and sustainability. “The Meridian Awards committee faces a challenging task with limited funding,” said Julie Babington, senior director
Help Shape the Future of Transportation In Spanish Lake and Riverview! The St. Louis Thriving Community Program (TCP) is working to improve transportation around Bellefontaine Road and Riverview Drive. With the upcoming WildCare Park expansion, it’s crucial to hear from the community about the road safety, transit needs, and multimodal infrastructure improvements. Upcoming Events: • […]
ST. LOUIS -- Sports fans will have more coverage of their favorite teams as FOX 2 expands Sports Final to a half-hour, airing Monday through Friday at 10:30 p.m. The expanded format will feature post-game interviews, in-depth analysis, and coverage beyond scores and highlights. Sports Director Martin Kilcoyne will also continue his commentary segment, TKO. [...]
The village where Abraham Lincoln came of age is deteriorating. Lincoln lived in New Salem, Illinois, as a young man from 1831 to 1837. The federal government reconstructed the village in the 1930s. But long-neglected maintenance has led to major problems. The drive shaft in the gristmill has fallen out of the floor and the roof of the carding mill has a hole the size of a refrigerator.
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