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Honoring the Life and Service of David McFerran of Edwardsville

1 year 2 months ago
David McFerran, a respected veteran from Edwardsville, Illinois, served his country with honor and dedication as a member of the United States Navy. From 1960 to 1964, McFerran held the rank of E3 and served aboard the USS Fulton during the Vietnam era, demonstrating his unwavering commitment to duty and country. After completing his naval service, McFerran continued his dedication to national security through a distinguished 35-year career with the Department of Defense. Following retirement, he fulfilled a lifelong dream, enjoying his well-deserved rest and the fulfillment of his aspirations. David McFerran’s passing on July 1, 2024, marked the end of a life filled with service, patriotism, and dedication to both his country and his personal dreams. Edwardsville remembers and honors his contributions, expressing gratitude for his service and commitment to the values he held dear.

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Godfrey's Own Jacob Hendrickson: Honoring Service in the US Army

1 year 2 months ago
Jacob Hendrickson, a proud native of Godfrey, Illinois, dedicated himself to the United States Army, where he served from 2019 to 2021. Currently, he continues his commitment to his country by serving with the US Army Reserve in St. Louis, Missouri. Hendrickson held the rank of Specialist (E-4) during his active duty and was stationed at Fort Drum, New York, with the esteemed 10th Mountain Division. In his role, he specialized as a 94E Radio Equipment Repairer, a crucial occupation focused on maintaining the functionality of the Army's radio communication equipment. Throughout his time in active service, Hendrickson earned several honors, including the Army Service Ribbon (ASR), the National Defense Service Medal (NDSM), and the Rifle Marksman Badge. These accolades highlight his dedication and skill, as well as his unwavering commitment to readiness and excellence. Though he has completed his active duty service, Specialist Hendrickson remains a vital part of the Army Reserve, demonstrating

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Man dead after a fatal accident on Interstate 270

1 year 2 months ago
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - A man is left dead after a fatal crash on Interstate 270 that caused his vehicle to overturn early Friday morning. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP), the single-vehicle accident occurred a little before 5 a.m. on westbound I-270 at Graham Road, involving a Chevrolet Express Van. Officials [...]
Nick Gladney

Cable Giants Start Offering Free Streaming Subscriptions In Acknowledgement They Lost The Cord Cutting War

1 year 2 months ago
At no point has the cable industry or its executives been particularly keyed in to the “cord cutting” threat. As streaming video chipped away at their subscriber bases, most cable giants like Spectrum and Comcast responded by raising prices and being difficult. When confronted by growing evidence that cord cutting (defined as cutting the TV cord but keeping […]
Karl Bode

America's Center upgrades are looking to boost tourism

1 year 2 months ago
There are signs of progress in attracting more people to visit St. Louis. Recent upgrades at the Dome at America's Center are helping lure big events to town. New turf and new lights were installed at the Dome last month. Next year is expected to be one of the biggest in a decade when it comes to conventions. This weekend, a Bands of America event will attract 10,000 people to the Dome at America's Center for a regional competition for high school bands. That band competition begins Friday.…
Brent Solomon