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Blood Drives, Grand Openings, and More Headline Your Weekend Go-Guide

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Discover an exciting array of events happening in the area, showcasing everything from live music performances to community celebrations, offering something for everyone to enjoy. For a full listing of events, be sure to visit RiverBender Events . If you want to make sure even more of the region is aware of your event email cj@riverbender.com and explore our range of Event Promotion Services! Featured Join the American Red Cross and the NFL for a life-saving opportunity at the Red Cross and NFL Blood Drive hosted at Delhi Baptist Church on January 24, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Delhi Baptist Church, 18151 Church Lane, Jerseyville, IL. This event invites football fans and donors to contribute during National Blood Donor Month and enter for a chance to win a trip for two to Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans. Blood is a perishable resource, and your donation could provide someone with a second chance at life. Kick off the new year with community spirit at the Monthly Bloc

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Rep. Amy Elik's Office Collecting Valentines For Veterans

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ALTON – Illinois State Representative Amy Elik (R-Alton) is collecting “Valentines for Veterans” again for the fifth year in a row at her district office in Alton. Representative Elik is encouraging students and residents to make valentine cards with a special thank you, including well-wishes to veterans who served our nation in the U.S. Armed Forces. “I’ve enjoyed seeing the community come together every year to make valentines for veterans,” said Elik. “It’s a way we can show our appreciation and gratitude for their service to our nation. The smiles and joy on the faces of these veterans when I deliver your valentines is unparalleled. Each year, I’m so appreciative of the support from our community to make this program successful.” All ages are invited to create a valentine’s card or drawing. Cards should be delivered to Rep. Elik’s office, located at 192 Alton Square Mall Dr., Suite C in Alton by February

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Inside St. Louis' struggle to remove snow and ice | Arch City Report Podcast

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This week's Arch City Report Podcast examines the city of St. Louis' struggle to remove ice, future projects at Forest Park, and St. Louis' outsize role in Missouri's economy. Plus, we tell you how to make nominations for the Business Journal's awards programs. Listen to the podcast, which aims to help you quickly understand the biggest stories in St. Louis each week, below. The stories discussed in this week's episode are: ‘It’s killing businesses’: Icy roads hit small St. Louis firms:…

Durbin, Duckworth Statement On Stellantis Investment In U.S. Auto Plants, Including Belvidere

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) today released the following statement on Stellantis and United Auto Workers’ (UAW) announcement that Stellantis will invest in upgrading its U.S. auto plants across the country, including investing $1.2 billion in the Belvidere Assembly plant in Illinois. As a result of the investment, approximately 1,500 jobs will come back to the Belvidere Assembly plant, which was also selected to build Stellantis’ next mid-size truck: “Stellantis’ investment in auto plants across the country, especially at Belvidere Assembly plant, is welcome news. And with the support of UAW, our nation’s auto industry is moving toward developing a more sustainable, cleaner future for transportation. “We are encouraged that Stellantis understands that, tapping Belvidere to build the company’s next mid-size pickup truck. This $1.2 billion investment in Belvidere

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SIUE 2024 Fall Dean's List Announced

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EDWARDSVILLE - Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is a nationally recognized university that educates and develops professional and community leaders through its excellent faculty and programs. Undergraduates who meet high academic standards are included in a Dean's List issued each semester. To be eligible for the Dean's List, a student must maintain a grade point average of 3.5 or better and have 12 hours calculated (B is equivalent to 3.0; A to 4.0). The Dean's List may be viewed on the SIUE News Dean's List website . To filter and organize students in your area, click the dropdown list to sort by state, and then sort through the table by municipality. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville provides students with a high-quality education that powerfully transforms the lives of all individuals who seek something greater. A premier metropolitan university, SIUE is creating social and economic mobility for individuals while also powering the workforce of the future.

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Southwestern High School Releases Semester 1 2024-2025 High Honor, Honor Roll

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BRIGHTON - The following are the High Honor Roll and Honor Roll lists for Southwestern High School’s 1st semester of the 2024-2025 academic year: HIGH HONOR ROLL Senior Class of 2025 High Honor Roll List for Semester 1 Cadence Ater, Ike Austin, Lainie Behrends, Regan Beilsmith, Ian Brantley, Gracie Darr, Madison Fenstermaker, Hailey Gula, Alexis Harrop, Addison Jeffers, Kori Laubscher, Ryan Lowis, Nicholas McGee, Ava Pulley, Anneliese Shatley, Haleigh Sinclair, Sydney Valdes, Piper Voorhees, Danni Wehmeyer Junior Class of 2026 High Honor Roll List for Semester 1 Gage Alexander, Ava Ballard, Bram Beuttel, Taylor Cairns, Lucy Childress, Madelyn Egelhoff, Madelyn Gordon, Wyatt Lahr, Kinley Lucas, Christian Ruyle, Olivia Schneider, Alyssa Schuchman, Dalton Scott, Isabella Snyder, Amelia Walden, Vivian Zurheide Sophomore Class of 2027 High Honor Roll List for Semester 1 Briann Anderson, Jaden Basnett, Reed Campbell, Nathaniel Clendenen, Madalyn Dugan, Caden Ely, Raylee

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County County “Unhoused” this week

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Saint Louis County Conducting Count of the ‘Unhoused’ Jan. 23   On Thursday, January 23, the Saint Louis County Department of Human Services, in collaboration with the St. Louis County Continuum of Care, the St. Louis County Police Department, local service providers, and volunteers, will conduct the 2025 Point-In-Time Count. This annual census of unhoused […]

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