SALEM, MO., - Darrell Nash, a Vietnam War veteran from Salem, Missouri, died on Dec. 9, 2022. Nash served in the U.S. Army from 1966 to 1968 during the Vietnam War. Missy Stellhorn, Nash’s daughter, shared that her father had the opportunity to participate in an honor flight prior to his passing. “My dad served in Vietnam. I’m happy to say he was able to be part of an honor flight before he died,” Stellhorn said. Honor flights are organized trips that allow veterans t
Dr. Alexander Garza, SSM Health chief community health officer, discusses the part of his unconventional military career spent not as a physician, but assisting in the rebuilding of a nation.
O'FALLON - Attention high school seniors, undergraduates and graduate students. Are you a United States citizen? Did you know that the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution offers nearly 30 scholarships a year in a wide range of subject areas? Additionally, for this year the NSDAR has announced that in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of independence, the DAR America 250. Scholarship will provide 10, one-time $25,000 awards to students currently
EAST ALTON - Over 250 veterans and their families started Veterans Day with an appreciation breakfast. On Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025, community members gathered at Julia’s Banquet Center in East Alton for the annual Breakfast for a Hero event by Embark Wealth Partners. The veterans and their loved ones enjoyed breakfast, heard from keynote speaker Retired Colonel William Durall with the U.S. Air Force, and listened to music by The Gibson Girls. “Words can’t really describe
In honor of Veterans Day, we’re proud to offer complimentary admission for all Veterans from November 8–11 when accompanied by a guest with a paid admission ticket. Visit the Aquarium Ticket Counter to receive […]
Did you know that nearly 70% of veterans in the United States do not regularly participate in traditional Veterans Day ceremonies or attend veteran-focused events? This surprising statistic suggests that many veterans might feel disconnected from standard forms of recognition, highlighting the need for fresh, meaningful approaches to honoring their service. How can communities rethink veteran appreciation to create inclusive, impactful experiences that resonate with those who served? Rethinking
November 11 holds a significant place in world history, marking events that have shaped nations, cultures, and the course of global affairs. One of the most impactful moments in modern history took place on November 11, 1918, when the armistice was signed between the Allied Forces and Germany, effectively bringing an end to World War I. Known as Armistice Day, this marked the cessation of hostilities on the Western Front starting at the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month.
Expect a mostly sunny and breezy day with a high of 53 degrees and a low of 35. Winds will come from the south-southwest at 14 mph with gusts up to 24 mph. It will feel a bit chilly with midday temperatures feeling closer to the mid-40s. The morning will start cool and partly cloudy, gradually clearing to mostly sunny skies by afternoon. The breeze will keep the air fresh but add a bit to the chill factor. Evening will remain mainly clear with winds calming somewhat, allowing overnight lows to
More than 3,000 immigrants who are in Missouri legally but are not citizens are expected to lose eligibility for the nation’s largest federal food assistance program this month due to the massive tax and spending bill President Donald Trump signed into law in July, according to the state’s Department of Social Services. Another 6,000 could […]
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