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From The Architect’s Newspaper:  In its April Architecture Billings Index (ABI), the AIA shared that billings have dropped “in 28 out of the past 31 months.” This last month was no exception: April reported a score of 43.2, a decrease from March’s 44.1—any number below 50 indicates a decrease in billings from the previous month. […]

GRAFTON - Grafton’s famous Music in the Park series will start next week. From 7–9 p.m. every Thursday night starting on Thursday, May 29, and running through Aug. 28, 2025, community members can come to Grove Memorial Park in Grafton for a free concert. Peg Brooks, who organizes Music in the Park, encourages people to stop by and enjoy the experience. “It’s everything you could want for a feel-good night,” Brooks said. On May 29, attendees can enjoy music by Starlifter, U.S. Band of Mid America. Brooks said booking this band was her “biggest goal” for the season, and she is pleased to welcome the band to Grafton to kick off the free concert series. On June 5, Scott Lantham & Karl Holmes Duo will play, followed by HOOKie on June 12. Outlaw Opry brings the country on June 19, and classic rock lovers can enjoy The OWLS on June 26. To celebrate Independence Day, the Gibson Girls will perform gospel and patriotic music on July 3.

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Satellite imagery shows the May 16 tornado damage.

JERSEYVILLE – Jersey Community Middle School has proudly announced their full lists of High Honor Roll and Honor Roll students for the fourth quarter of the 2024-25 school year. HIGH HONOR ROLL 7th Grade Trey N. Alich Wade R. Ball Georgia A. Cazier Makayla M. Chapman Charlie M. Charlton-Stierley Aislynn C. Christen Emersyn J. Cole Lillie M. Cornelius Kaylee M. Cunningham Kyle A. Darr Kadence Dobson Henry D. Dohrn Ayden S. Droege Logan T. Dunham Stella M. Egelhoff Kenna L. Erwin Addison J. Fessler James D. Ford Charles R. Friedel Davis J. Frost Jayden L. Fry Olivia D. Funk Cadence M. Goodey Liam P. Graham Reid K. Graham Bentley W. Grasle Maci E. Gray Fallin M. Green Emmitt M. Grizzle Ruiz Aubrey A. Hargrave Izabella R. Hernandez Sophia M. Herter Harper L. Hill Charlotte F. Hinkson Brody A. Hoyt Austin Huang Evelyn M. Hughes Sullivan E. Hutchens Harmony M. Jantzen Blake J. Jones Paige M. Jones Cullan J. Kinser Connor J. Kirkendoll

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From St. Louis Magazine:  The St. Louis region’s continued struggles to retain and attract new residents are nothing new. It’s become an annual ritual of holding our collective breath to see just how bad the damage is when the U.S. Census Bureau releases its population estimates each spring. St. Louis city and county officials believe […]

GRANITE CITY - Christina Koontz is organizing a fundraiser to assist a family whose home was destroyed by a tornado in Granite City on May 16, 2025. The family reported that a tree on the property, which they had repeatedly requested management to remove, fell on their home during the storm. "Management has declined to repair the damage, citing the tornado as an act of God, and has given the family 30 days to make repairs," Koontz said. The destruction has left the family seeking a safe place for their children to stay. Koontz's fundraiser aims to provide financial support for the necessary repairs and help the family recover from the damage caused by the tornado. Click here for the GoFundMe for Christina Koontz's family: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-a-family-displaced-by-tornado

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Spencer said the city is in the process of clarifying the wording on notices and has brought in an additional team to clarify the messages provided to homeowners.

PONTOON BEACH – There’s still time to donate! Madison County Transit (MCT) and local libraries across Madison County are continuing to collect bicycles throughout the month of May in celebration of National Bike Month. So far, MCT has collected more than 120 donated bicycles—and there’s still time to add to that number! All bikes will go to St. Louis BWorks, a nonprofit organization that empowers local youth through its “Earn-A-Bike” program. The program teaches students bicycle safety, maintenance, and teamwork. Upon completion, participants earn a free bike, helmet, and lock. Drop-Off Locations (During Regular Business Hours) MCT Administration Building – 1 Transit Way, Pontoon Beach Collinsville Memorial Library – 408 W. Main St., Collinsville Edwardsville Public Library – 112 S. Kansas St., Edwardsville Hayner Public Library (Downtown Alton Branch) – 326 Belle St., Alton Maryville Community Library – 15 Professiona

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Here's a sentence you probably never thought you'd read: A bar in Toms River, New Jersey, won't allow a Bruce Springsteen cover band to perform there. And the reason has…

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GLEN CARBON – Panda Express will open its first-ever Glen Carbon location on Friday, May 23, 2025. At 10 a.m., the well-known American Chinese eatery will open its doors at 2337 Troy Road in Glen Carbon. Lucky customers will be surprised throughout the day with Panda Express giveaways, including T-shirts and other Panda Express merchandise. Panda Express Spokesperson Brittany Rouse said the Glen Carbon location features the new “Panda Home” restaurant design, which she described as “distinctly American Chinese.” “Just like Panda Express, design elements bridge the East and the West,” she said. “Inside, you’ll find nods to traditional Chinese architecture like red lanterns, a moon gate portal and vibrant Chinatown signs. Outside, customers will enjoy a convenient drive-through.” The Glen Carbon Village Board approved a site plan for the new restaurant in April of 2024, as previously reported on Riverbender.com . Panda Expres

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Zoo staff recounted the fast-paced efforts of numerous zookeepers when the tornado significantly damaged the butterfly wing. See the video here.

From St. Louis Post-Dispatch:  An overhaul of the University of Missouri-St. Louis includes plans to revamp much of the school’s southern campus over the next several years. UMSL plans to demolish old buildings there and develop a workforce district with retail and businesses where students can learn on the job. The university hasn’t finalized what […]

MARYVILLE — Maryville's Taylor Hollenback is seeking assistance after a collision with a deer left her car severely damaged and she was seriously injured. Now it has complicated her ability to get to work. Hollenback recounted the incident, saying, “I was driving home, and out of nowhere, a deer darted right in front of my car. I slammed on the brakes, but there was just no avoiding it so I ended up sliding on all gravel. The car’s pretty banged up, like, totally banged up.” The accident has left Hollenback without reliable transportation, prompting her to reach out for financial support. “If you’re able to chip in, even a little bit it would mean the world to me and get me back on the road,” she said. She also expressed willingness to work in exchange for help, and said, “I’ll do anything to work for a new car or anything that helps.” Hollenback can be contacted through her Facebook profile under her name, Taylor

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From Construction Dive:  On April 1, thousands of Health and Human Services workers arrived at work to find their identification badges failed to let them into their jobsite. They were placed on administrative leave with a letter of termination set for June 2. Employees at the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health were among […]

SPRINGFIELD – Country music hitmaker Jake Owen will headline the Illinois State Fair Grandstand on Friday, August 8, 2025. With 10 No. 1 singles and more than 2.5 billion U.S. on-demand streams, Owen is a standout performer in the country music scene. His laid-back style and chart-topping songs like “Barefoot Blue Jean Night,” “Beachin’,” and “The One That Got Away” have made him a household name. “August 8 is Agriculture Day at the Illinois State Fair, and this is the perfect way to celebrate,” said Jerry Costello II, Director of the Illinois Department of Agriculture. “Country artists are a crowd favorite in central Illinois, and we are excited to bring Jake Owen to the Grandstand.” The gold and platinum-selling recording artist, and ACM award winner, has released nine studio albums. He also appeared in the film Our Friend (2019). Jake is currently in the recording studio preparing to release two new projects

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Around 67% of Missouri's nursing homes are largely funded by Medicaid, including more than 95% of nursing homes in St. Louis. Here's how cuts would hit them.