ALTON - Local veterans could receive free comprehensive dental care through the SIU School of Dental Medicine as part of their Veterans Day celebration. On Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025, veterans received dental care at the hands of SIU students under faculty supervision. Dr. Katie Kosten, Director of Community Dentistry, explained that the initiative was an opportunity to support veterans while giving students more experience. “We had a really great day,” she said. “It’s
JERSEYVILLE – Jersey Community Middle School students ran to raise thousands in funds for a great cause once again this year. Members of the Jersey Community Middle School Student Council held this year’s Wounded Warrior Run on Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025. The annual event raises funds to support the Jerseyville and Grafton American Legion posts, and has seen thousands raised for both organizations in recent years. This year’s dedicated group of students raised a total o
Winnie-the-Pooh, R2-D2, Big Bird and Kermit the Frog – these are some of the telephones you’ll see at the Jefferson Barracks Telephone Museum. Housed in a restored 1896 building, the […]
On This Day, Nov. 14, 1975…Queen launched a new tour in support of their fourth studio album, A Night at the Opera.The tour kicked off with a two-night stand at…
A nationwide analysis of Google search data by Ninja Transfers found that many Texans are looking to boost their income with side hustles, with Denton, Killeen, McKinney, and Frisco all ranking in the top 50 cities for side hustle searches.
What happens when the people who are supposed to look at bills don't get them or don't pay attention? Look to recent events in Velda City and Pine Lawn.
What if a simple shift in perspective could improve your mental health, deepen your relationships, and even boost your physical well-being? Research shows that gratitude—the act of recognizing and appreciating the positive aspects of life—holds transformative power. Yet, it remains an underutilized practice in many people’s daily routines. Understanding the multifaceted benefits of gratitude can inspire meaningful changes in how we approach each day. The Science Behind Gratitude
November 14th is a day rich with history, marked by events that have shaped the course of nations, ignited scientific progress, and left lasting cultural legacies across the globe. Moving back to 1889, November 14th witnessed a foundational moment in the world of sports with the establishment of the German Football Association (Deutscher Fußball-Bund). This organization laid the groundwork for the development of football (soccer) as a structured sport in Germany, eventually leading to
It’s not hyperbole to say that after decades of hard work and lobbying, companies like AT&T have effectively destroyed whatever was left of federal U.S. consumer protection and corporate oversight. It’s a “victory” that’s going to result in concussive harms that resonate for a generation. Under Trump 2.0, the company has not only seen the […]