BETHALTO - This year, Parkside Primary School students learned about the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks from a member of the Navy who responded to the attacks — their principal, Aaron Kilpatrick. Kilpatrick explained that his aircraft carrier was rerouted to the Arabian Sea and participated in Operation Enduring Freedom from October to December 2001. Now as an educator, he makes it a point to talk to students about what happened on 9/11 and how we can remember those who were lost. “It was obviously a significant moment in American history and also in my personal life. I didn’t experience Sept. 11 the way most people around here did. I was actually out on deployment and part of a response,” Kilpatrick said. “I bring it back to making sure that we remember, why we remember, the importance of remembering and coming together when bad things happen, and also showing gratitude for our first responders.” Parkside Primary School is made up of secon
The Vatican's Dicastery of Clergy has rejected outstanding appeals of parishioners in two Missouri parishes, clearing the way for them to be subsumed by neighboring parishes.
ALTON — Charges have been filed against Michael J. Roberts, a 44-year-old male from Canton, Illinois, in connection with a recent child abduction case, the Alton Police Department announced on Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024. Roberts has been formally charged with Child Abduction, a class 4 felony, by the Madison County State’s Attorney’s Office, following a detailed investigation. Alton Police Chief Jarrett Ford said on Sept. 10, 2024, the Alton Police Department responded to a call from a concerned parent reporting that an unknown male had approached his juvenile daughter that morning at her bus stop. The male allegedly attempted to lure the juvenile into his vehicle. The juvenile refused and threatened to call the police using her cell phone, prompting the male to drive off north on Fosterburg Road from Moonlight Way. Officers from the Patrol Division and detectives from the Criminal Investigations Division swiftly began their investigation. Evidence gathered led to
Last month, we discussed the internet’s reaction to Donald Trump, well, Donald Trumping all over social media. He shared several images on social media, some of which were real, some of which were parody, and some of which were AI generated images, all of which appeared to suggest that Taylor Swift had endorsed him. In […]
O’FALLON — HSHS Medical Group is pleased to welcome two specialty providers to their medical team. Lawrence Barnes, PA, who specializes in gastroenterology, and Rebecca Harris, APRN, who specializes in neurology, see patients at HSHS Medical Group Multispecialty Care in O’Fallon, located at Three St. Elizabeth’s Blvd., Suite 5000 in O’Fallon, Illinois. Barnes is a certified physician assistant who joined HSHS Medical Group in spring 2024. He has over 22 years of clinical experience in diagnosing and treating acute, chronic, single and multi-system diseases in patients of all ages. He earned his Bachelor of Science in physician assistant studies from the University of Nebraska School of Medicine. As a certified physician assistant, Barnes also has extensive experience in minor surgical procedures, health maintenance, patient education and preventive medicine. Also joining HSHS Medical Group in spring 2024, Harris is a skilled family nurse practitioner
Families in Overland dealt with early dismissals and flooded basements on Wednesday due to a water line break near Midland Boulevard and Woodson Road. Missouri American Water said the area is under a precautionary boil advisory until Friday.
Lisa LeMasters Hastings+Chivetta Architects welcomes Lisa LeMasters, AIA, back to the firm, building on her 30 years of architectural expertise. Now Vice President and Project Manager, Lisa’s wealth of knowledge and her proven track record of success enhances our capability to deliver outstanding project outcomes. Her collaborative approach and meticulous attention to detail ensure that […]
ALTON - Calvary Baptist Church has a new club for local kids. The Awana Club meets from 5–7:15 p.m. every Sunday at Calvary Baptist Church, located at 1422 Washington Avenue in Alton. Kids aged 2 to fifth grade are invited to participate. Attendees will play games, enjoy refreshments and study the Bible. The Awana Club is also putting on a production of “The Grinch” in December, and participants will rehearse at every Sunday meeting. “God’s word tells , ‘Hey, it’s okay, I’m in control even though things seem really weird and out of control. I’m in control and I love you,’” explained Mike Harrleson with Calvary Baptist Church. “When they come on Sunday nights for Awana, we teach them God’s word. We have a wonderful group of volunteers that just love kids and love God.” Harrleson explained that the main goal of the Awana Club is to help kids connect to each other and learn from the Bible. He
COLLINSVILLE — Edith Caudillo, 27, has been charged with Attempted First Degree Murder and Aggravated Battery With a Firearm, the Madison County State’s Attorney’s Office announced on Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024. The charges follow a shooting incident that occurred at 5:37 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2024, in the 8900 block of Rene Avenue in unincorporated Collinsville. According to the Madison County Sheriff’s Office, deputies and Collinsville Police officers responded to a call of shots fired at the location. Upon arrival, they discovered that Sergio Angulo-Peraza had been shot in the chest. Angulo-Peraza was subsequently transported to a St. Louis area hospital, where he received treatment for his injuries. The Sheriff’s Office stated that the individuals involved in the incident were known to one another, but did not provide further details on the nature of their relationship. No updates were given at this time to the man's condition. The investigation
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