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Troy Woman Patricia Corey Identified in Tragic I-55 Fatal Traffic Collision

10 months ago
TROY - Madison County Coroner Stephen P. Nonn has identified Patricia A. Corey, 65, of Troy, Illinois, as the victim of a fatal traffic accident that occurred early Wednesday morning, Sept. 4, 2024. The coroner said Corey sustained fatal injuries following a crash on Interstate 55 at the 19-mile marker. According to preliminary witness statements, Nonn said Corey was driving a 2000 Honda Civic westbound in the eastbound lanes of Interstate 70. She then took an exit ramp leading to Interstate 55 against the flow of traffic. The ramp connected to the northbound lanes of Interstate 55, but Corey was traveling southbound. During an attempt to perform a U-turn in the lanes of traffic, her vehicle was struck by a 2012 Honda Civic, causing severe damage to the driver's side. Subsequently, a 2020 Honda Civic collided with the rear passenger side of Corey’s vehicle. The drivers of the other vehicles involved in the crash sustained non-life-threatening injuries. Madison County Coroner’s

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O'Fallon Firefighters Ensure Safety During School Smoke Scare

10 months ago
O'FALLON, Ill. — The O'Fallon Community Consolidated School District #90 on Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024, expressed gratitude to the O'Fallon Fire Rescue for their swift response to an incident at Carriel Junior High School. The incident occurred on Wednesday during an HVAC repair when smoke from a soldering tool was pulled into the school building at 451 N. 7 Hills Road, O'Fallon, IL. The O'Fallon Fire Rescue team quickly arrived at the scene, identified the source of the smoke, and utilized a large blower to clear the building. The incident took place on an Early Release Wednesday, allowing students to spend time outdoors while the situation was being resolved. In a statement, the school district thanked the fire rescue team for their prompt action, ensuring the safety and well-being of students and staff. The weather provided an opportunity for students to remain outside as a precautionary measure.

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Village Dispensary Outlines Daily Deals and Plans for Fall Fest

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GODFREY - Village Dispensary in Godfrey has deals every day this week. The dispensary always offers discounts; Alli, a representative with the dispensary, calls it “a stoner’s dream.” There are specials every day of the week, and customers can walk out with products for less than $20. “A lot of the times at the end of the transaction, people will be like, ‘Oh my gosh, I thought I was going to spend more,’” Alli said. “And then they want to add on more and they weren’t expecting to be able to. The difference is clear at our store.” The dispensary has daily specials, starting with “Roll Into the Week Monday” — a deal on pre-rolls — and “Tasty Tuesday” edible deals. “Waxy Wednesday” offers sales on concentrates and vapes. “Thirsty Thursday” promises 30% off select cannabis-infused drinks, and “Flower Friday” offers flower for the low price of $25.

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Anderson Healthcare Breaks Ground on $3.5M Facility In Collinsville

10 months ago
COLLINSVILLE – Anderson Healthcare has announced the groundbreaking of a new medical office for Anderson Medical Group, set to significantly expand primary care services in the Collinsville community. The new facility, located adjacent to Anderson Healthcare’s existing urgent care at 1103 Beltline Road in Collinsville, aims to enhance access to quality healthcare for local residents. "Anderson Healthcare remains committed to ensuring that every patient has access to the best possible care, close to home," said Anderson Healthcare President and CEO, Mike Marshall. "The expansion of primary care services is a crucial step in achieving this goal, providing residents with more convenient options for managing their health." The medical office, designed and built by The Korte Company, is expected to be completed by Spring 2025. The 6,200-square-foot building will cost approximately $3.5 million and will initially house five providers, with the potential for additional providers

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Missouri History Museum Kicks Off Free Concert Series in September

10 months ago
SAINT LOUIS - The Missouri History Museum will resume its Twilight Thursdays concert series beginning this week. On Sept. 5, 12 and 26, 2024, community members are invited to the North Plaza at Forest Park for a free concert from 6–8 p.m. Each night features a different style of music, and there will be food trucks onsite with food and drinks available for purchase. The museum is open until 7 p.m. and attendees are encouraged to visit their exhibits before the concert or during intermission. “I think it’s really important to have a space where the community can gather,” said Lindsay Newton, one of the Twilight Thursdays organizers. “We see people of all ages, families, everybody comes out. You can enjoy the museum exhibits that are open late on Thursday evenings, and it’s just a space to kind of unwind from the week before the weekend gets started.” On Sept. 5, 2024, Gospel Night is produced by Dr. Monica Butler and will feature musi

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When to expect the monarch butterfly migration in Missouri

10 months ago
Monarch butterflies are currently considered a vulnerable species due to habitat loss, and efforts are being made to protect their wintering grounds in Mexico and provide nectar-producing plants for them to feed on during their long journey.
Joe Millitzer