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Edwardsville's Iconic Seafood Spot 1818 Offshore Shutting Down

1 year 2 months ago
EDWARDSVILLE — 1818 Offshore, a popular seafood restaurant located at 210 South Buchanan in Edwardsville has announced it will close its doors this fall as its lease comes to an end. The restaurant, known for its oysters and crab dishes, has been a staple in the community, bringing joy to its patrons and providing numerous job opportunities over the years. In a heartfelt message to its patrons, the restaurant expressed deep gratitude for the support it has received. "Your unwavering presence and the laughs we shared made a world of difference," the statement read. "Your support has been instrumental in our journey, and we are deeply appreciative of it." The exact timeline for the closure is not yet finalized, but the restaurant anticipates shutting down within the next two and a half months. During this period, the 1818 Offshore family plans to say their goodbyes and cherish the memories made in their original "home" at Park Plaza. "We will miss our oyster aficionados stopping

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Trump says Jewish voters would be partly to blame for election loss

1 year 2 months ago
WASHINGTON — Former President Donald Trump said Thursday night that if he loses the election in November to Vice President Kamala Harris, Jewish voters “would really have a lot to do with that.” As the first anniversary of Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack on Israel nears and the war in Gaza continues, the GOP presidential nominee […]
Shauneen Miranda

Madison County Chooses New Accurate, Secure, Accessible Voting Tabulators

1 year 2 months ago
EDWARDSVILLE – Voters in Madison County will soon cast their ballots using a new secure paper-based voting system. Madison County selected to update their system with new Election Systems & Software (ES&S) after a comprehensive review of alternate available systems. It was determined that the ES&S system provides a fully auditable voting solution that is accurate, secure and accessible to all voters. Just as importantly, both models of equipment purchased are easy for both election judges and election officials to navigate and manage. The new scanners enhance security and improve the efficiency of the results reporting process. The new technology uses voter-verifiable paper ballots, allowing for fully auditable election results. The ExpressVote universal voting system replaces the past Automark and uses touch-screen technology to produce a paper ballot, allowing voters to review their selections and verify that their vote was recorded accurately before submitting for

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Collinsville's Lindauer Honored with Prestigious IPSTA Frontline Supervisor Award

1 year 2 months ago
COLLINSVILLE - Collinsville Police Department Support Services Supervisor Andrea Lindauer has been honored with the Illinois Public Safety Telecommunications Association (IPSTA) Frontline Supervisor of the Year award. The announcement recognizes Lindauer for her exceptional contributions to public safety communications in her role with the Collinsville Police Department. The IPSTA award is presented to a supervisor who demonstrates high professional and moral conduct, integrity, and respect among co-workers and supervisors. The award also highlights outstanding performance, foresight, skill, and the ability to provide valuable communication services while managing public safety communications. Lindauer's recognition underscores her importance to both the department and the city. Her colleagues describe her as "a tremendous asset, acknowledging her dedication to the department, the city, and its residents." The award serves as a testament to Lindauer's commitment to excellence in

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Alfresco Productions presents Legally Blonde the Musical: A Show Full of Heart, Humor, High-Energy and PINK!

1 year 2 months ago
GRANITE CITY – Alfresco Productions proudly presents Legally Blonde the Musical , coming to the stage this November for two weekends only! Audiences will be dazzled by this energetic, hilarious, and heartwarming production of the hit musical based on the beloved movie. Directed by Eric Sykes, the show promises to be a spectacular evening of theater, full of vibrant choreography, catchy songs, an empowering message, and of course, lots of PINK! Legally Blonde follows the journey of Elle Woods, a determined young woman who, after being dumped by her boyfriend, enrolls in Harvard Law School to win him back but discovers her own strength along the way. The show’s mix of humor, heart, strong female lead and a dynamic ensemble will leave audiences inspired and entertained. Eric Sykes, the director, shares his excitement: "This show is pure joy from start to finish! I’m thrilled to work with such a talented cast and to bring Elle’s story to life. We can’t wai

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MAGA World’s Belief In Their Made Up Claim That Biden Is ‘Censoring’ Conservatives On Social Media May Kill KOSA

1 year 2 months ago
MAGA world’s false belief that Joe Biden is “censoring conservatives” on social media may actually kill the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA). As we mentioned earlier this week, while KOSA has already passed the Senate and advanced in a different form out of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, there were still big concerns among […]
Mike Masnick