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GODFREY – The Godfrey Village Board is set to consider a pair of new sales taxes following one village official’s plan to raise the village’s sales tax on goods and services rather than replacing the state’s expiring 1% grocery tax. Tuesday’s agenda for the Godfrey Village Board of Trustees calls for the consideration and approval of an ordinance implementing a non-home rule tax on sales of personal property and sales of service. Exceptions apply to personal property which is “titled and registered” with a state government agency, according to the ordinance. If passed by Oct. 1, 2025, both taxes would be imposed at a rate of 0.75%. The village would then begin collecting this new tax revenue effective Jan. 1, 2026. All proceeds generated by these new taxes “must be used for ‘public infrastructure’ or ‘property tax relief’” under the current language of the ordinance. Village Engineer Rich Beran previously

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The suspect, prior sex offender Anthony Hawkin, has been out on bond since May, while facing charges in St. Louis County for failing to register as a sex offender.

A contract dispute that has tens of thousands of central Missouri residents looking for new health care providers remains at an impasse, and agreement has “never been close,” a state Senate committee was told Monday. University of Missouri Health Care has not been part of the Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield network since April 1, […]

Healthcare advocates say more than 90,000 Missourians are being denied access to the University of Missouri’s health system because of a dispute between insurance provider Anthem and MU Health Care.

The shelter received its license from the Missouri Department of Agriculture after inspectors determined it was compliant. 

WASHINGTON, D.C. - More than 4,000 members of the Daughters of the American Revolution convened this week in the nation’s capital for the 134th Continental Congress, the latest gathering of the longstanding service organization’s annual meeting. The week-long convention consisted of business sessions, committee meetings, and social functions, and was topped off with formal evening ceremonies at which national DAR award recipients were honored. In attendance were Chapter Regent Paula Mattix-Wand, Chapter Registrar Diane Waldo, Chapter Treasurer Kathy Wilson, and Carol Borner, all members of the Ninian Edwards Chapter located in Alton, Ill. At the Opening Night Ceremony, Chuck Leavell received the DAR President General’s Medallion for his musical achievements and advocacy for our nation’s forests. The National Defense Night Ceremony, celebrating our nation’s military personnel and veterans, welcomed Gina Bennett, counterterrorism expert and former CIA Analyst

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During pandemic lockdowns, you might recall how AMC executives threw a temper tantrum because companies like Comcast/NBC began experimenting with more innovative movie release windows. AMC execs were mad because the pandemic highlighted how the 90-day gap between the time a movie appears in theaters and its streaming or DVD release was exposed as both dated and […]

BELLEVILLE – Illinois American Water’s Pontiac District Water Treatment Plant and Streator District Water Treatment Plant have received the Partnership for Safe Water (PSW) 25-Year Directors Award for water quality excellence. The awards, which honor the efforts in continuously optimizing water treatment plant and distribution system operation and performance, were recently announced by the American Water Works Association (AWWA). “At Illinois American Water, we are pleased to be recognized in delivering safe, clean, reliable, and affordable drinking water to our customers,” said Rebecca Losli, President, Illinois American Water. “This achievement reflects the efforts of our incredible team, who are dedicated to maintaining high standards and helping to protect the health and safety of customers.” The Pontiac District Water Treatment Plant delivers water to 4,500 customers per day; The Streator District Water Treatment Plant delivers water

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GODFREY — Mike McCormick of Godfrey submitted a photograph capturing five generations of his family, highlighting a rare and intimate family moment. The photo features Lexi Rhein holding Levi James Rhein, along with Jennifer Camerer, Linda McCormick, and Nellie McCormick. The image, taken recently, showcases the continuity of family through five generations, which is a rarity.

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GODFREY - Families and friends are invited to Godfrey’s annual Family Fun Fest and fireworks. From 5–9 p.m. on July 4, 2025, community members can come out to Glazebrook Park to enjoy inflatables, vendors, food trucks, live music and more fun before the fireworks launch at 9:30 p.m. Parks and Recreation Director Chris Logan expressed his excitement to host another fun event for the community. “It’s going to be a great day,” he said. “It’s really fun to see people out in our park and in Godfrey enjoying themselves.” Inflatables, vendors, face-painting and a clown will be available throughout the night. From 5–7:30 p.m., you can sign up for the watermelon-eating contest, set to start at 8:15 p.m. Jim Mager will provide live music starting at 6:30 p.m. Kids who participated in Godfrey’s baseball program will receive a medal during the Baseball Awards at 5:35 p.m. Meanwhile, local baseball coaches will hang out in the

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EDWARDSVILLE - The Edwardsville Township Board of Trustees voted to continue its cooperative agreement with the Edwardsville Arts Center at its June 17, 2025 Board Meeting. Edwardsville Township is a proud supporter of the center and will once again donate $1,500.00 to the Edwardsville Arts Center to help supports its annual art fair. The Edwardsville Arts Center hosts a variety of classes, exhibits and cultural events throughout the year to help inspire inventive minds of all ages. The center is located at 340 Montclaire Ave in Edwardsville. Kids’ Summer Camps are underway now. The center operates under the leadership of Executive Director Beth Browne, who accepted the donation on their behalf. “We want to do our part to inspire the next generation of artists and creatives alike. The Edwardsville Arts Center is a vital component of our community, and we are thrilled to continue this partnership. We also have featured art on display at Township Hall for all to enjoy,”

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According to relatives, the family informed officials, calling for help after they smelled gasoline.

Pearl Jam is marking the 25th anniversary of their tragic Roskilde Festival 2000 set with a live "Love Boat Captain" video.Nine people died in a crowd crush during the band's performance…

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Meijer plans to open the 159,670-square-foot supercenter, though the time frame is uncertain.

BETHALTO/EAST ALTON - In June 2026, over 60 women pilots and their teams will descend on the St. Louis Regional Airport for the 49th annual Air Race Classic. These teams will fly cross-country routes over a four-day period starting on June 23, 2026. As the starting airport and the host, the St. Louis Regional Airport will welcome participants and officials for pre-race preparations and the takeoff event. “We couldn't pass up the opportunity,” said Airport Director Danny Adams. “We really want to have the community come out and kind of see aviation and see all these cool pilots that are flying the race and the planes that will be participating as well and enjoy all the aspects that we enjoy about it, too.” Adams explained that all planes will take off from the St. Louis Regional Airport on June 23, 2026. He predicts one plane will take off every minute for at least an hour. The pilots then have four days to travel 2,300 miles and reach their final destination,

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GODFREY — Community Christmas is holding its Christmas In July Raffle, offering participants a chance to win a variety of prizes while supporting a local cause. Tickets are available for $10 and feature prizes ranging from cash to vacation stays. The raffle includes a $3,500 cash prize donated by Axalta Coatings, a seven-night stay in a two-bedroom, two-bath condo in Fort Morgan, Ala., donated anonymously, and a five-night stay in a three-bedroom cabin in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, donated by Monica, Melvin, and Nick Bristow. Other prizes include a seven-night cabin stay in Balltown, Colorado, donated by Anette Griebel; four Cardinal green seats for the August 11, 2025, Cardinals vs. Rockies game, donated by Jayne and John Simmons; one side of beef, donated by Shane and Tiffany Seller; and $1,000 cash donated by Freer Auto Body. Margaret Freer of Freer Auto Body said she hopes a lot more tickets will be purchased before the July 18 event. "These are great prizes and well worth

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A 23-year-old woman has been arrested in relation to a fatal hit-and-run incident.