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Trial Begins for Bryce V. Andrews in Gruesome Double Murder Case

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EDWARDSVILLE — The trial of Bryce V. Andrews commenced today at the Madison County Justice Center, with Judge Neil Schroeder presiding. Andrews, who is facing multiple charges related to the deaths of his adoptive father and his father’s husband, opted for a bench trial instead of a jury trial. He is represented by Ginny Smith and Mary Copeland from the Madison County Public Defenders Office. During opening statements, the Assistant States Attorney outlined the prosecution's case, stating that evidence would reveal the victims were stabbed 117 times. The prosecution alleged that after the killings, Andrews attempted to bury the bodies in the backyard, but due to frozen ground, he instead set fire to the house and the bodies. They further claimed that Andrews stole his father’s vehicle and traveled to St. Louis, where surveillance footage captured him parking the vehicle in an abandoned lot. In her opening statement, defense attorney Ginny Smith acknowledged that

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The Queensberry Dilemma

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Today on TAP: Should liberals and federal judges take the high road against Trump and get pummeled?
Robert Kuttner

St. Louis Area Seed and Plant Swaps and Sales

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Missouri Wildflowers Nursery returns to Kirkwood Farmers Market: 8 am to 4 pm Saturdays,  April 5th, April 12th, April 19th, April 26th, May 24th, May 31st. Order online for pick up at Market or purchase from what they bring that day. Now thru April 15th On Line Ordering for Missouri Conservation Department annual Tree & Shrub … Continue reading St. Louis Area Seed and Plant Swaps and Sales →
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Community Generosity Shines As Salvation Army Exceeds Fundraising Target

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ALTON/GRANITE CITY - The Salvation Army in Alton and Granite City has once again demonstrated its community spirit by surpassing the fundraising goal for The Salvation Army's Red Kettle Campaign. The campaign raised a total of $442,700, exceeding the initial goal of $422,000 set for the Alton and Granite City locations. The announcement was made following a celebratory event where the campaign's leaders, including Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign Chairs John and Cathy Keller, thanked supporters and contributors. "We couldn’t have done it without you," they both said, acknowledging the hard work of the Christmas committee, support from the Advisory Board members, along with countless volunteers and donors. As part of the campaign's conclusion, Salvation Army's Sean Grey fulfilled his promise to the Kellers to become clean-shaven if the goal was met. This week, Claudia of Happy Hour Barber Stop provided the services for Grey, who said it had been months since he wa

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Missouri Republicans continue push to bar state funding of diversity, equity and inclusion

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Missouri lawmakers have rekindled a crusade against diversity, equity and inclusion programs with a handful of bills seeking to outlaw DEI in state-funded entities. In 2022, just two bills named DEI as a target. But the number grew to 14 in 2024. None have been signed into law. Within the first month of this year’s legislative session, four bills had been filed targeting diversity, equity and inclusion in the title with others pushing for the same restrictions without explicitly naming DEI. State…
Annelise Hanshaw

Black History Month Exhibit Opens at Alton City Hall

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ALTON - Alton’s annual Black History Month exhibit is once again open at City Hall. Curated by Sheila Goins and historian Charlotte Johnson, the exhibit features many people and events that are relevant to Alton’s history. Goins noted the importance of commemorating Black History Month and remembering the residents who have advocated for Alton’s Black community. “It is so important for the Alton community — and it doesn't matter what your background is — to come out and just expose yourself to the information that you may not know,” Goins said. “You’ll see some familiar faces here and just be so proud to be a part of Alton, Illinois.” This year’s exhibit features Dorothy H. Scott , a first lieutenant in the Six Triple Eight Battalion during World War II. This battalion of Black women successfully sorted a backlog of over 17 million pieces of mail while facing racism and sexism. Scott resided in Alton and taught

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Executive Exchange Meetings: Enhance Your Business Network

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TROY - The Troy/Maryville/St. Jacob/Marine Chamber of Commerce issued a reminder on Friday, Feb. 14, 2025, to register for the Executive Exchange. The Chamber hosted two Executive Exchange meetings in January. Based on the responses, both groups had many takeaways, the chamber's president Dawn Mushill said. "Our thanks to Jessica for facilitating the event," she said. "The dates for the next four events in February and March are listed below. Please review the dates/times and get registered/paid as soon as you can. We have limited space in all four events and we know you don’t want to miss out! Also, the registration/payment deadlines are open until 5:00 p.m. and then will be shut down. It is important that we are able to get a count to our venues. If you are not within the C-Suite level of your company, be sure to share this e-mail with them. " UPCOMING EXECUTIVE EXCHANGE EVENTS February 18th Boogies II (downstairs) 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. https://troymaryvillecocil.chambermaster.com/eventregistration/register/9563

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