From St. Louis Magazine: To say that St. Louis–based author Ben Westhoff didn’t find the subject of his new project in a typical way would be a major understatement. In fact, Westhoff first met Percy Menzies, the protagonist of his new film, Antagonist: How a Wonder Drug Got Sidelined, when Menzies approached him at a […]
The Deaconess Foundation has announced the recipients of $450,000 in grant awards for community-led organizations supporting seniors and young people through its Seniors Community Revitalization & Development Fund and its NextGen Grantmakers initiative.
From Aviation Pros: A proposed expansion to Boeing’s operations at MidAmerica St. Louis Airport is in its early stages, officials say. A pre-development agreement between the metro-east airport and Boeing for a project to expand Boeing’s existing defense-related operations received initial approval from the St. Clair County Public Building Commission at a recent meeting. MidAmerica […]
From Swinerton: Timberlab Inc. and Swinerton Incorporated (Swinerton), together with Swinerton Builders, Lindgren Development, LEVER Architecture, and other project partners, have topped out Independence Hall, a 192,000-square-foot (length of three football fields) facility that will be one of the largest and most innovative cross-laminated timber (CLT) manufacturing sites in the United States. Located in Millerburg, […]
COLLINSVILLE — The Collinsville Police Department, in partnership with the Caseyville and Maryville Police departments, hosted the annual CUSD #10 Cops and Kids Shopping Event on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, providing local children with a memorable holiday experience. The event began with a breakfast with Santa, organized by the American Legion and the Sons of the American Legion. Following the meal, about 20 police squad cars transported the children in a parade-style procession, complete
SHILOH - The Shiloh Police Department announced the graduation of Officer Arkim Lewis and Officer Landon Tourville from the Southwestern Illinois Police Academy. The announcement was made recently, with both officers set to begin their field training. Officer Landon Tourville was recognized for his physical fitness, receiving the award for best overall in that category. The department expressed congratulations to both officers on their achievement. The Southwestern Illinois Police
SWANSEA — KeyShawn G. Smith, 24, has been charged with multiple felony counts related to the online exploitation of minors following an investigation initiated by the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force and the Swansea Police Department. The investigation began on Oct. 9, 2025, when the ICAC Task Force notified Swansea police of a possible adult suspect involved in child exploitation and possession of child pornography. Swansea Police detective Alex Wilken, an ICAC member
by Tom Finan, Executive Director, Construction Forum Greater St. Louis Inc. has named Phyllis Ellison as its new Vice President for Partnerships & Industry Development, bringing one of the region’s most experienced workforce and industry-engagement leaders into a key economic-development role. Ellison joins GSL after more than a decade at St. Louis Community College (SLCC) […]
On This Day, Dec. 9, 2000…One month after releasing their 10th studio album, All That You Can't Leave Behind, U2 made their Saturday Night Live debut, performing two songs off…
EAST ALTON — The Village of East Alton announced the winners of its "Night of Christmas" Christmas Tree Contest, held recently in the community. Based on votes cast during the event, the first-place winner was "Merry Stitchmas" by Larissa and Lona Heeren. The East Alton Fire Department took second place with their tree, "Ring the Bell," while the Eastwood Student Council earned third place for "A POSITIVELY Great Christmas." Judges also selected winners in several categories. "Best Creativity"
Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love, Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza, Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia and Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin are the finalists for the Heisman Trophy given to the top player in college football.
Kharon Brown was 16 when prosecutors say he and two cousins shot and killed Victor Fooks, the manager of InTown Suites Extended Stay Hotel in Hazelwood, on Nov. 25, 2023.
BELLEVILLE — The Belleville Police Department announced the graduation of Officer Kaysia Dean from the Southwestern Illinois College Police Academy. Dean, who recently completed the academy’s training program, has joined the Belleville Police Department as a probationary police officer. The Belleville Police highlighted that Dean’s accomplishment is the result of “countless hours of effort, determination, and heart" and said they have strong expectations for her
The deal continues the Enterprise's push to expand beyond rental cars with services including vanpooling, car sales and investments in mobile energy storage and ultrafast electric vehicle charging businesses.
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