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EDWARDSVILLE - Esteban Gomez Garcia, a rising junior at Edwardsville High School, is seeking financial support to join the 2025 Seattle Cascades Drum and Bugle Corps this summer. The tuition fee for the program is $2,500, which covers housing, meals, travel, and equipment for the season. Gomez recently received a contract offer to march with the Seattle Cascades, marking a significant milestone in his musical career. However, the cost of participation presents a challenge given his current financial situation. “I would be incredibly grateful if any of you were interested in helping me experience this life-changing opportunity through the marching arts,” Gomez said in a fundraising appeal. He emphasized that every contribution, regardless of size, would be appreciated. The Seattle Cascades Drum and Bugle Corps is a World Class drum corps, and marching with the group represents a long-held dream for Gomez. The fundraiser aims to cover the expenses necessary for him to take

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Heart is offering up a reward for the safe return of some instruments that were stolen ahead of the kickoff of their latest tour.The band shared that before their May…

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EAST ALTON - Bryan Vaughn has organized a fundraiser to support Brady Garrison of East Alton, who is recovering from a serious motorcycle accident that occurred recently. Garrison, 23, lost control of his motorcycle while on his way to pick up his brother. His wife, mother, and a close friend were following behind in a car, witnessed the crash and immediately stopped to assist him. Garrison was found severely injured on the road and was quickly attended to by emergency medical personnel. He was airlifted to Barnes-Jewish Hospital, where he remains in serious condition. His wife, Maebel, has been by his side throughout his treatment and plans to continue caring for him at home once he is discharged. The couple, who recently purchased their first home and manage their finances independently, are currently unable to work due to Garrison’s injuries. Vaughn said the fundraiser aims to help alleviate medical bills and other expenses during this difficult time. “These two are

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The stadium package for the Chiefs and Royals has cleared its first hurdle in the Special Session of the Missouri Legislature.

JERSEYVILLE - Quincy DeSherlia, a freshman at Jersey Community High School, continued to improve this spring track and field season for Jersey Community High School. Quincy is a Sparklight Male Athlete of the Month for Jersey. At the Granite City Invite, DeSherlia posted a time of 2:20.75 in the 800 meters, demonstrating his endurance and speed. He also broke the minute mark in the 400 meters on May 14 during the Mississippi Valley Conference Meet, finishing with a time of 59.84 seconds, showcasing his versatility as a runner. In addition to his track events, DeSherlia placed sixth in the high jump at the Granite City Invite, one of his best meets overall, with a height of 5 feet 8 inches. He also contributed to Jersey’s relay teams, running in both the 4x800 and 4x400 relays. DeSherlia expressed enthusiasm about his future in the sport, saying he is excited to continue his track and field career at Jersey and plans to work hard to improve each year.

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Federal agencies that enforce labor, environmental and agricultural laws have seen layoffs, budget cuts and attacks on federal workers in recent months.

We’ve noted for years how U.S. regional telecom monopolies have effectively crushed competition in many U.S. markets and utterly defanged our regulators. This one-two punch of muted competition and no oversight routinely results in expensive, slow, spotty broadband access. Frustrated by this, communities all over the U.S. have responded to this market and regulatory failure […]

After years of exponential growth, opioid overdose deaths in Missouri are dropping. While health care workers, community groups and other officials say many factors may contribute to the drop in opioid overdose deaths, they agree that access to overdose-reversing drugs like naloxone, often provided under the brand name Narcan, is saving lives. “I do think […]

Gov. Mike Kehoe’s first budget proposal launched a tug of war between public-school advocates and those hoping to use state funds for private education. Both sides ultimately came away with what they wanted — but neither expects this to be the final showdown. State Treasurer Vivek Malek, who oversees the state’s tax-credit scholarship program, told […]

GLEN CARBON – Plans have been finalized for homecoming, a community-wide event happening on Main Street in Glen Carbon, Illinois. This year’s theme, “Village of Rock N’ Coal,” takes place over two days with carnival rides, great music, food and fun for the entire family. Happening Father’s Day Weekend on Fri., June 13 and Sat., June 14, this event draws a crowd of residents and visitors alike. To assist with parking options, shuttle service will be available both nights between Village Hall and The Wooden Nickel beginning at 5 p.m. and concluding at 10:30 p.m. The festivities kick-off Friday night at 5 p.m. with delicious food and drinks. Your dinner plans will be covered all weekend long at this year’s homecoming with food vendors serving brats, Mexican fare, Mediterranean, BBQ, Cajun and more! Smoothies, funnel cakes and other sweets will also be on site. Beginning at 7 p.m., fan favorite Johnny Holzum and Well Hungarians® will hit the

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Staffers across departments are talking about places they could use to take in the city’s famous red brick from buildings that have to be demolished.

Clayton's Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on the proposed ordinance allowing short-term rentals June 16.

Johnel Langerston has run a youth education and basketball after-school and summer program for over 10 years in College Hill. The tornado damage is only the latest obstacle he’s faced.