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From Riverbender:  Wood River City Council members this week voted to pursue the creation of a dog park and pocket park in the city’s downtown. City Manager Steve Palen requested to seek bids for both a “Wood River Downtown Pocket Park” and a “Wood River Downtown Dog Park.” Both requests were approved, and the city […]

GODFREY - The Godfrey Village Board of Trustees this week is set to consider the St. Louis firm PGAV to develop the village's Comprehensive Plan. On the agenda for Tuesday’s Village Board meeting is the “Consideration and approval of PGAV of St. Louis, MO as the consultant for the Comprehensive Plan at an estimated cost of $95,000.” According to a proposal for the Comprehensive Plan from PGAV, the firm plans to bring a “one-stop-shop approach” to the village, offering a variety of services including planning, architecture, engineering, graphic design, stakeholder engagement, zoning, and more. The company boasts an extensive track record of developing comprehensive plans for other communities, which have either already been adopted or will soon be adopted. Among those communities are Edwardsville, Vandalia and East Peoria, Ill., as well as the Missouri communities of Clayton, Richmond Heights, and Perryville. PGAV has also helped the communities

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The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department is investigating after a man was injured by gunfire while driving on Interstate 44 Monday.

Alex Van Halen's given his first interview since the death of his brother Eddie Van Halen, talking to Rolling Stone ahead of the Oct. 22 release of his memoir, Brothers.In the…

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EDWARDSVILLE – Homefield Energy has been chosen to once again serve as the electricity supplier for the municipal electric aggregation program in the City of Edwardsville and other local communities. Homefield Energy’s contract with participating residents and small businesses will begin with the December 2024 meter reading. The City of Edwardsville was authorized by voters in 2012 to oversee a municipal electric aggregation program. The program’s goal is to protect residents from ongoing volatility in electric supply charges by leveraging a pool of municipal customers to secure a competitive, fixed rate. The new rate with Homefield Energy is 9.054 cents per kilowatt hour, which is a 3.146 cent decrease from current provider Constellation Energy’s rate of 12.20 cents. Participating cities, counties and townships are working with aggregation consultant Good Energy LP, a New York-based company with regional offices in Edwardsville and Peoria. If you are an Ameren

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EDWARDSVILLE - The Junior Service Club of Edwardsville/Glen Carbon invites adults 21 and older to join in the fun at the “Trick or Drink Bar Crawl” on Oct. 19, 2024 from 6 to 11 p.m. This exciting event will take place at six popular local bars: The Cabin At Judy Creek, The Mossy Stone Irish Pub, Global Brew Tap House, Big Daddy's, Foundry Public House, and Sneaky's Bar & Burger Joint. Participants can look forward to a night filled with festive activities, including a costume contest with prizes for the best-dressed participants. A special “passport” system will reward crawlers who visit multiple locations, increasing their chances to win even more prizes. Each bar will feature exclusive food and drink specials to enhance the experience. For added safety and convenience, a shuttle service will be provided to transport attendees between each stop, ensuring everyone can enjoy the evening responsibly. Tickets are available for purchase at http://www.edglenjuniorservice.org/trick-or-drink-bar-crawl-2024.html

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ALTON – Marquette Catholic High School will present Clue at 7 p.m. on October 25 and 26, on the Ruth Klaus Stage located at 219 E. 4th Street. Clue is a murder-mystery farce adapted from the 1985 film Clue , which was based on the Hasbro board game . Sandy Rustin adapted the screenplay by Jonathan Lynn for the stage, with additional material by Hunter Foster and Eric Price. The classic board game is brought to life as six guests are invited to a dinner party thrown by an anonymous host with a plot filled with aliases, blackmail, motive, mystery and humor. According to Ms. Madison Foreman, Theater and Music Director, 31 students are involved in the production as actors and crew. She said, “ Clue is a fantastic blend of humor and mystery that challenges both the characters and the audience. We’ve had an incredible time bringing this story to life, and we can’t wait for everyone to join us for a night of unexpected twists and laughter.” Mr

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On This Day, Oct. 15, 2006 ...New York’s famed punk rock club CBGB closed following a dispute over money between owner Hilly Kristal and the venue’s landlord, Bowery Residents Committee.Opened…

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WASHINGTON PARK – Illinois State Police have arrested 22-year-old Steven Tiller Jr. of Belleville, in connection with a murder that occurred on March 29, 2024. Tiller faces charges of First Degree Murder and Unlawful Possession of a Weapon by a Felon following the shooting death of 39-year-old George Smith of East St. Louis. The incident took place outside a business in the 6000 block of Forest Boulevard in Washington Park, where Smith was struck by gunfire and later succumbed to his injuries at a nearby hospital. The Washington Park Police Department requested the assistance of the Illinois State Police Division of Criminal Investigation Zone 6 to conduct a thorough investigation into the homicide. After several months of investigation, authorities identified Tiller as a suspect. He was taken into custody on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024, and is currently being held at the St. Clair County Jail. Tiller is charged with First Degree Murder, classified as a Class M felony, as well as

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ALTON - YWCA invites the community to join its annual Trivia Night Fundraiser on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at the Best Western Premier Conference Center in Alton. The night promises fun, competition, and the opportunity to support important local initiatives. Doors open at 6 p.m., and trivia kicks off promptly at 7 p.m. “We’re thrilled to bring back another exciting night of trivia! Our event will be packed with fun challenges, great prizes, and opportunities to support YWCA’s critical programs,” said Dorothy Hummel, Executive Director of YWCA. “Whether you come as a team or an individual, it’s a fantastic way to enjoy an evening out while making a difference in our community.” The evening will feature: Attendance Prizes, Bucket of Booze Raffle, 50/50 Drawing, Heads or Tails Game, Trivia Prizes … and much more! Tickets are $25 per person, or $200 for a table of eight. In addition to the trivia competition, the night will include a

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A woman faces federal charges after she allegedly stole around $690,000 from a St. Louis County charity that serves adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Running from April 11, 2024, to Jan. 12, 2025 at the World Chess Hall of Fame, Clash for the Crown explores the histories of the World Chess Championship and the […]

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Japanese people have used silk to create items of clothing and decorative works of art for hundreds of years, ever since the cultivation of silkworms was introduced to Japan from […]

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The Work of Art: The Federal Art Project, 1935–1943 presents a remarkable group of artworks that reflect the creative efforts of artists working under difficult circumstances. During the Great Depression, […]

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The Post-Dispatch will still publish a print edition seven days a week, with no change in delivery times.

October 15th is a date that resonates with many significant events throughout history. One of the most notable events on this date occurred in 1917, when a remarkable woman, Mata Hari, was executed by a French firing squad. Mata Hari, born Margaretha Zelle, was a Dutch exotic dancer and courtesan who was accused of being a spy for Germany during World War I. Her trial was steeped in controversy, as many believed she was a scapegoat in a time of paranoia and mistrust. The public's fascination with her life and dramatic trial only grew after her execution, cementing her status as a symbol of the femme fatale in popular culture. Fast forward to 1966, and we find another significant moment as the Cultural Revolution was officially launched in China. Initiated by Mao Zedong, the Cultural Revolution aimed to preserve Chinese communism by purging remnants of capitalist and traditional elements from Chinese society. This period was marked by widespread social, political, and economic upheaval,

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Bruce Springsteen will sit down with ABC News’ George Stephanopoulos ahead of the premiere of his new documentary, Road Diary: Bruce Springsteen and The E Street, and we’re now getting our…

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The payments are legal, but drew criticism from the campaign of U.S. Rep. Ann Wagner.