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Bethalto's Quentin Downing Honored for Service in the Army

1 year 2 months ago
Bethalto resident Quentin Downing is celebrated not only for his years of service in the United States Army but also for the impact he has made as a husband, father, grandfather, stepdad, and friend. His family and loved ones express their deep gratitude for his dedication and the sacrifices he made during his three years of military service. Downing’s commitment to serving his country is a point of pride for his family, who honor him with heartfelt thanks. As he moves into this new chapter of life, they wish him health, happiness, and many joyful moments ahead. Thank you, Quentin Downing, for your service and the strength you bring to your family and community.

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Democrat says Missouri AG’s teen pregnancy argument in abortion pill lawsuit is ‘insane’

1 year 2 months ago
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey’s contention that a decrease in teen pregnancy could hurt the state financially and politically is “an absolutely insane argument,” his Democratic rival on the Nov. 5 ballot said Thursday. “Apparently he believes we need more teen pregnancies in Missouri, because otherwise we might lose a congressional seat or federal funding […]
Jason Hancock

Godfrey's F.E. Widman Trail to Open in Two to Three Weeks

1 year 2 months ago
GODFREY - The Village of Godfrey’s F.E. Widman Trail is nearing completion. The new paved walking/biking path will connect Glazebrook Park to LaVista Park in Godfrey. Village Engineer Richard Beran said that construction has gone smoothly and they are excited to officially open the trail in a few weeks. “It’s been slow but steady,” he said. “All the major work is done now.” Beran said there have been “a few hiccups” with erosion control because Godfrey experienced “all that rain” a few weeks ago, which eroded a few areas on the trail. There was also a delay as they waited for a box culvert to be shipped. But he said that once the erosion is fixed, the trail should be nearly completed. He looks forward to sharing the trail with Riverbend residents. “Once they fix that, all we have left to do is put in the solar-powered flashing beacons at Delmar and then to stripe the crosswalk and the rest of the trail,”

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Push for hand counting ballots a key divide in race for Missouri Secretary of State

1 year 2 months ago
In April 2023, Osage County Clerk Nicci Kammerich agreed to an experiment — she would tally municipal election results by hand, a move urged by residents who argued it would be cheaper, quicker and more secure. The results, Kammerich wrote after the election, were the opposite.  The vote count finished three hours later than the […]
Rudi Keller

5 office design trends to follow in 2025

1 year 2 months ago
Sharon Henderson, workplace market leader for The Lawrence Group, explains five ways companies can reimagine their office space to spark collaboration, boost the bottom line, and make employees feel at home.
Mike Miller