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Woman Charged With Burglary Of Jerseyville Home, Vehicle

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JERSEYVILLE – A Jerseyville woman previously charged with theft faces new felonies after allegedly burglarizing a home and vehicle in Jerseyville. Ciara R. Young, 32, of Jerseyville, was charged on Sept. 4, 2025 with one count each of residential burglary (a Class 1 felony) and burglary to a motor vehicle (a Class 2 felony). Young allegedly entered a residence in the 200 block of North Lafayette Street in Jerseyville without authority and with the intent to commit a theft on Sept. 2, 2025. On the same day, she also reportedly burglarized a motor vehicle which was located in the 200 block of North Liberty Street. Young had previously been charged with retail theft after stealing over $300 worth of merchandise from the Jerseyville Walmart in February of 2024. She was initially granted pretrial release from custody in that case, but her release was revoked after she failed to appear in court. Young’s pretrial release had also been revoked in two felony cases of theft

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Fairview Heights Police Department Gains Military-Trained Officers

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FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS — Officers Cody Randolph and Slater McView graduated from the Police Academy on Friday, Sept. 5, 2025, marking the beginning of their careers serving the community in Fairview Heights. Both Fairview Heights Police officers bring military experience to their new roles. Officer Randolph, who served as the class president, and Officer Slater, recognized with an award in defensive tactics, expressed readiness to assist residents in the city. The Fairview Heights Police Department welcomed the new officers, emphasizing their commitment to serving the community every day in a city that values its citizens. "We are proud to have them!" the Fairview Heights Police Department said in a statement.

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Site Tour of Family Health Care Planned by Medical Facilities Professionals

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The Association of Medical Facility Professionals (AMFP) Greater St. Louis Chapter is inviting members and partners to an exclusive hard-hat tour of the new Family Care Health Centers project, currently under construction by Kadean Construction. The tour, set for Wednesday, September 17th, offers participants an inside look at how this project is advancing healthcare access […]

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Human Remains Discovered On Strodtman Road Spark Investigation

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ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. — Human remains were discovered Monday morning, Sept. 8, 2025, in the 800 block of Strodtman Road, located within the Columbia Bottom Conservation Area, prompting an ongoing investigation by the St. Louis County Police Department. Officers from the North County Precinct responded to a call at 11:46 a.m. Sept. 8, 2025, reporting the discovery of the remains. Detectives from the Bureau of Crimes Against Persons are leading the investigation. As of now, authorities have not identified the remains or determined the cause of death. The investigation remains active, and officials have not released additional details. Police are asking anyone with information to contact the St. Louis County Police Department at 636-529-8210. Those wishing to remain anonymous or who may be eligible for a reward can reach out to CrimeStoppers at 1-866-371-TIPS (8477). Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.

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Edwardsville School Board Votes on Additional Improvements to High School Track

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EDWARDSVILLE - During their work session on Sept. 8, 2025, the Edwardsville Community Unit School District #7 voted unanimously to approve extensions for the Edwardsville High School track chutes. Superintendent Dr. Patrick Shelton explained that the ongoing track and field construction project has revealed a safety issue with the existing track chutes. There are two options to extend the chutes. “Last week as they were finishing the excavation and getting ready to pour the asphalt, it came to our attention that some of the chutes on the west side of the track on the north and south were not the length that they needed to be from a safety perspective,” Shelton explained. Shelton said the district reached out to Byrne & Jones Construction, who responded that, “for some reason, that was out of the scope.” They also spoke to the track and field coaches about their options and what they need to keep their runners safe. Shelton presented two options to

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Social Emotional Learning Training Empowers East St. Louis Educators To Boost School Wellness

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EAST ST. LOUIS — A team of eight dedicated staff members from East St. Louis School District 189 recently completed a weeklong Social Emotional Learning (SEL) training aimed at enhancing wellness and collaboration across the district’s schools. Known as the “PULSE 8 REGULATORS,” the group participated in the SEL COHORT Training to develop tools that support positivity, relationship building, and staff morale. Their primary objective is to launch a wellness plan designed to increase trust among staff and foster a unified district community. The team includes Ms. Alena Armstead, counselor at Mason Clark Middle School; LaTia Jackson and Latoya Sain, A.I.T.s at Mason Clark Middle School and Lincoln Middle School, respectively; JoVonda Winters, social worker at East St. Louis Senior High School; Catrice Johnson, social worker at Gordon Busch Alternative; and teachers Cynthia Roller at Wyvetter Young, Michael Docksteiner at Lincoln Middle School, and Jannell Cook a

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Goshen Area Storage Offers "Top-Notch" Storage with Unique Tech Twist

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EDWARDSVILLE - A new storage facility offers state-of-the-art technology and security to keep your items safe, clean and ready to go. Goshen Area Storage, located at 4536 Wanda Road in Edwardsville, opened in June 2025 and already stands out as one of the top storage facilities in the Riverbend. Will Maynard, who owns and operates the facility alongside his wife, shared his passion for providing a great service and experience for customers. “We wanted to make sure Edwardsville had a top-notch option for storing their stuff,” he said. “We’ve got a lot of really positive feedback from the folks that have given us a shot so far.” Unlike other storage facilities, which often require you to purchase a lock and carry a key, Goshen Area Storage is “a highly technical, completely digital facility.” They offer electronic keyless locks that customers can open using Bluetooth on their cell phones. Maynard shared that he once lost the key to hi

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Driver Sentenced Nine Years for Fatal DUI Crash

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MONROE COUNTY - Trevor Stawizynski pleaded guilty to a charge of driving under the influence resulting in death and was sentenced to nine years in prison plus two years of supervised release, Monroe County Circuit Clerk records show. The sentence will be required to serve at least 85 percent of the time. He was 16 at the time of a crash on Sept. 1, 2024, when a Columbia High School teen died. The crash occurred around 3 p.m. on Sept. 1 in the 4100 block of Hanover Road in Columbia. Crawford Bryant, a 15-year-old Columbia High School student and soccer team member, was killed in the accident and pronounced dead at the scene. Stawizynski, who was a minor at the time of the crash, had DUI charges dismissed but pleaded guilty to the more serious charge related to the fatal accident. Monroe County State’s Attorney Ryan Webb prosecuted the case.

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Swansea Woman Dies In Crash In Clinton County

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CLINTON COUNTY - A 65-year-old woman from Swansea died Monday, Sept. 8, 2025, in a head-on collision on U.S. 50 at St. Rose Road in Clinton County, authorities said. Margaret Smith was pronounced dead at 1:43 p.m. on Monday at the scene, according to the Clinton County Coroner's Office. The Illinois State Police said the crash occurred around 12:38 p.m. Monday, Sept. 8, 2025, when an eastbound Chevrolet SUV crossed into the westbound lane and onto the shoulder of U.S. 50 before swerving back into the eastbound lane and striking a Chrysler minivan head-on. Smith was a passenger in the minivan. State Police said the drivers of both vehicles were airlifted to a regional hospital.

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