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ALTON – OSF HealthCare Rehabilitation Services in Alton will be holding its monthly lymphedema education meeting on Thursday, August 7, with the discussion topic: Beating the heat - dealing with lymphedema in hot weather. Riverbend region residents are invited to join the OSF Lymphedema Therapy Team for this free educational session about lymphedema and meet other people with lymphedema. The August lymphedema education meeting will be held: Thursday, August 7, 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. OSF HealthCare Rehabilitation Services 228 Alton Square Mall, Alton, IL Enter the Rehab office from the upper mall parking lot, facing Alby Street, under the "OSF HEALTHCARE" sign Interested individuals should direct questions or requests for additional information to OSF Rehabilitation Services at (618) 463-5171. Lymphedema refers to tissue swelling caused by an accumulation of fluid that is usually drained by the body's lymphatic system. Some lymphedema facts include: I

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SPRINGFIELD - The Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS) is recognizing August as Child Support Awareness Month, marking historic progress on key performance metrics as the state celebrates the milestone 50th year of the program. Illinois’ Child Support Services program is entering its next decade with a goal of addressing the needs of the families it serves more holistically, including providing additional assistance to the parents who pay support. The mission of the program is to improve the lives of children and create a more stable and successful future for families in the state of Illinois. “This year’s Child Support Awareness Month is a chance to celebrate a milestone in this program’s history, reflect on how it has served families in Illinois over the past 50 years and recognize the program’s improvement over the years,” said HFS Director Elizabeth M. Whitehorn . “With its future focused on innovations and whole-family

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ALTON - There are two new mentorship programs available for kids in Alton. Donald Mason-El works with the Alton Housing Authority to organize mentorship programs for kids in Alton Acres, Oakwood Estates and beyond. His initiatives aim to provide alternatives to gun violence and break the cycles of generational poverty. “If you can cause children to view things different, they’ll do things different,” Mason-El said. “We’re just really trying to get them an opportunity to have a chance at life." For two hours every Tuesday and Thursday, kids ages 5–16 can come to the recreation centers at Alton Acres and Oakwood Estates for the F.L.Y. mentorship program. They currently welcome 70 kids every week, who enjoy a meal and participate in lessons on math, science and history. Starting in September, the girls will prepare the meal while the boys learn basic home maintenance skills. Last week, Mason-El taught five of the students how to replace

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To Whom it May Concern: I, Zach Hardin, am proud to announce my candidacy for Sheriff of Calhoun County in the 2026 election. I currently reside in Brussels, Illinois, with my two daughters, Sophia and Amelia. My love for Calhoun County stemmed from my childhood summers spent with my grandparents at their farm in "Cappelville" (Point Precinct). I was born in Alton, Illinois and graduated from Alton High School in 2007. I attended Lewis & Clark Community College with a focus on History and Criminal Justice. I had the honor ofjoining the Calhoun County Sheriff's Office in 2019, when I was hired as a Deputy Sheriff. I was promoted to Sergeant in December of 2022, where I served as the Patrol Supervisor; before being promoted to Chief Deputy Sheriff in March, 2024. While working for CCSO, I have continued my training, and am currently a Lead Homicide Investigator, High-Risk Traffic Stop Instructor, Juvenile Officer, and a member of the Illinois Crisis Intervention Team. During my tim

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O'FALLON – Thompson Coburn announced today that its Southern Illinois office has relocated from Belleville to O’Fallon, Illinois. The new office will be located on the third floor of The Blade building, at 1405 N. Green Mount Road. “This is an exciting move for our team in Southern Illinois. For generations Thompson Coburn has understood the importance of maintaining a full service and fully staffed litigation presence in Southern Illinois—not just a storefront—to handle complex litigation in Madison County, St. Clair County, and beyond. This new office reaffirms our commitment to providing our clients the top notch legal services and boots on the ground that they expect in these jurisdictions.” said Erick VanDorn, Thompson Coburn Southern Illinois office managing partner. “This new space also reflects Thompson Coburn’s commitment to its people in the region by providing them an accessible and convenient work location and the amenities

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St. Louis homicide detectives are investigating after a Florissant man found shot to death inside a crashed car.

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BELLEVILLE — The St. Clair County Sheriff’s Department in Belleville is warning residents about a new phone scam in which callers impersonate deputies and other local law enforcement officials, falsely claiming that individuals have outstanding civil judgments or arrest warrants. The department cautions that these criminals may demand immediate payment of back taxes to the I.R.S. or ask for bond money, often requesting payments electronically. “The Sheriff’s Department will not call you and promise to arrest you if you don’t submit back taxes to the I.R.S. immediately by telephone,” the department said in a statement. They also stressed that officers will not contact residents by phone to demand payment for warrants. Numerous scammers have been reported using the names of actual officers to lend credibility to their calls. The department advises anyone uncertain about the legitimacy of such a call to visit the sheriff’s office in person

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BELLEVILLE — Lieutenant Colonel Thomas Knapp officially retired from the St. Clair County Sheriff’s Department on Thursday, July 31, 2025, after 38 years of service, marking the end of a long and distinguished law enforcement career. Knapp began his career with the department as a correctional officer on Nov. 17, 1986. Over almost four decades, he held nearly every position within the agency, including booking officer, sergeant, administrative sergeant, lieutenant, captain, superintendent of the jail, major, lieutenant colonel, and executive deputy. Throughout his tenure, Knapp received multiple awards recognizing his performance and dedication. Notably, he earned a commendation from the U.S. Department of Justice for apprehending an escaped inmate in 1990. He was also honored by the Governor of Kentucky, the National Sheriff’s Association and was named Correctional Officer of the Year in 1991. The St. Clair County Sheriff’s Department expressed gratitude

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Back in April 2023, when Substack CEO Chris Best refused to answer basic questions about whether his platform would allow racist content, I noted that his evasiveness was essentially hanging out a “Nazis Welcome” sign. By December, when the company doubled down and explicitly said they’d continue hosting and monetizing Nazi newsletters, they’d fully embraced […]

A 17-year-old was hospitalized early Sunday morning after being shot at a short-term rental party in south St. Louis.

EDWARDSVILLE - These are three profiles of artists set to appear at the Edwardsville Arts Faire, held at Edwardsville City Park on September 26-28. Today's trio is Felicia Olin, Jeff Bohnert and Aron Kapembeza. Artist #1: Felicia Olin Medium: Painting Artist Statement: "My work is a reflection of my interest in fairy tales, nature, and fantasy art. I like to paint portraits of characters who live in my whimsical world." - Olin said. Artist #2: Jeff Bohnert Medium: Photography Artist Statement: "My photography captures the beauty and intricate details of landscapes, wildlife, nature, and architecture, with a focus on the connection between humans and the natural world. Through my lens, I aim to highlight the often-overlooked moments and textures that reveal the complexity and harmony of our surroundings. Each image is crafted to evoke emotion and inspire a deeper appreciation for both the man-made and natural environments. "My intention is

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Roger Daltrey is setting the record straight about the events that led to The Who’s firing of drummer Zak Starkey.Problems arose with Starkey during The Who's Teenage Cancer Trust shows at London's Royal…

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ALTON - The Alton-based artist Itchy? has a unique name and an even more unique style, and he wouldn’t have it any other way. As the August Artist of the Month, Itchy? currently has his work on display at Milton Schoolhouse in his first solo gallery. He joked that his work is “definitely strange,” but it comes from a deeply passionate place and has been a major source of healing as he perfects his style. “I don’t paint trees and houses because I can’t draw,” he laughed. “All I can do is paint me.” The journey to art wasn’t linear for Itchy? He began his career as a professional wrestler and suffered a few brain injuries. When he retired, he quickly realized he “wasn’t a part of normal society” and experienced “a series of nervous breakdowns” that eventually led to a diagnosis of borderline personality disorder. Art became his solace. After every therapy session, Itchy? would paint whatever

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