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Lake St. Louis man arrested after 5-hour standoff in Columbia

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COLUMBIA, Mo. - A Lake St. Louis man is in custody following an incident that led to a five-hour standoff over the weekend in Columbia. According to authorities, Columbia police were called to the 2700 block of Summit Rd. around 4:30 a.m. Saturday for a domestic disturbance. Court records state that when police arrived, they [...]
Megan Mueller

East St. Louis Educator Larry Sorrell Leaves Lasting Legacy After 25 Years in Classroom

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EAST ST. LOUIS — After 25 years of dedicated service, Larry Sorrell is retiring from East St. Louis School District 189, where he has been recognized as a passionate and inspiring teacher. Sorrell’s career, spanning a quarter-century, has been marked by his commitment to student success and his genuine care for each learner. Known for sparking curiosity and guiding students with patience, Larry has empowered countless individuals through knowledge and encouragement. “Sorrell has been a pillar of excellence in the classroom,” the district said in a statement celebrating his retirement. “He has left an unforgettable mark on our schools and in the hearts of all who had the privilege to learn from him.” East St. Louis School District 189 expressed gratitude for Sorrell’s wisdom and mentorship, noting his role in shaping the future one student at a time. The district wished him well as he begins his retirement.

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Texas Cop Used Flock ALPR Cameras To Track A Woman Who Had An Abortion

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Here’s yet another worrying development in the world of privately-owned security cameras. Flock Safety has made aggressive in-roads in both the private and public sector, something aided greatly by the company’s ability to blend the two. Much like Ring before it, Flock is pitching cheap cameras with local law enforcement buy-in, nudging residents towards leaving […]
Tim Cushing

Daily Deal: The Modern Tech Skills Bundle

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Bring your tech skills up to 21st-century snuff with the Modern Tech Skills Bundle. This 2,000+ class series combines subject areas that every aspiring tech pro needs to know to get ahead and stay ahead. Broken out into cybersecurity, AI and machine learning, and information technology and cloud computing, you’ll be able to zero in […]
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Jersey Community High School Releases 2nd Semester Honor Roll

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JERSEYVILLE – Jersey Community High School recently released their Honor Roll and High Honor Roll lists for grades 8-12 for the second semester of the 2024-2025 school year. HIGH HONOR ROLL Seniors Baro, Jayce C. Bellet, Jacob R. Benedict, Katreona G. Benz, Abbigail M. Bockstruck, Charlie L. Bolds, Jordan M. Brunaugh, Jaxon J. Burney, Ava L. Carey, Gage V. Carter, Halie M. Coffman, Adam R. Dahn, Noah L. Dean, Jacob D. Deist, Bradley M. Derrick, Corah M. Dougherty, Meredith J. Eads, Jaren A. Finkes, Peyton R. Finkes, Talan W. Goetten, Dax J. Hansen, Angela C. Hardwick, Aiden W. Heineman, Hailey M. Herrera, Timothy S. Hileman, Jovee E. Hudson, Kate M. Huitt, Logan M. Hutchens, Reese M. Johnson, Camryn A. Johnson, Tyler J. Jones, Jayden L. Kelly, Addison G. Kiel, Joseph C. Koenig, Hunter A. Kuebrich, Alexis M. Laird, Ellie M. Lamparter, Olivia R. Leslie, Arianne R. Lorton, Reese A. Maag, Matthew J. Marmino, Hayleigh M. Marshall,

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Liberty Village Of Jerseyville Car Show Rescheduled

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JERSEYVILLE – The car show coming to Liberty Village of Jerseyville is on hold for a week as unfavorable weather conditions are expected. Originally set for this Wednesday, June 4, 2025, the car show has now been rescheduled for Wednesday, June 11, 2025. The time of the event will remain the same, running from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event is free and open to the public and will feature a variety of classic rides proudly on display from members of the Jersey County Street Machine Association and White Hall Drag-O-Way. Liberty Village of Jerseyville made the announcement on Monday morning. “Being so close to Father’s Day, we will be honoring the fathers, grandfathers and great grandfathers as well as all the other residents at Liberty Village,” they stated. “We hope everyone can adjust their schedules and join us for this event.” Stay tuned to Riverbender.com for the latest updates and more car show coverage soon to come.

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