EAST ST. LOUIS - The Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Police Department is welcoming back Charter High School students in East St. Louis and introducing its newest School Resource Officers, Sgt. Kasey Hoyd and Sgt. Katie Kircher. The officers will be based at the Charter High School on the East St. Louis campus. Sgt. Hoyd and Sgt. Kircher are eager to interact with the new students and staff as the academic year begins. "We hope everyone has a great and safe academic year," a representative from the SIUE Police Department said. The presence of the School Resource Officers aims to enhance safety and foster a positive environment for learning and growth. Both officers bring a wealth of experience and are committed to ensuring a secure atmosphere for the students and faculty at Charter High School.
BUNKER HILL - Fall Fest is returning to Bunker Hill for 2024, bringing live music, fireworks, and more fun for the whole family on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024 from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m., hosted by the Bunker Hill Area Chamber of Commerce . City Heat, a five-piece band including Bunker Hill resident Bill Sehlmeyer on drums, will kick off the festival with a performance from 12 to 4 p.m. The band Rock Bottom will take the stage to close out the festival from 6 to 10 p.m. The day’s activities also include a Car Show and Burnout Contest, both hosted by the Bunker Hill Speed Demons Car Club. Car Show registration opens at 8 a.m. and awards will be presented at 4 p.m. Early entries will also get some goods as goodie bags will be given to the first 100 cars that enter the show on Highway 159 at Park Street. As for the Burnout Contest, participants will start burning rubber at 5 p.m., with a cash prize and custom trophy for the lucky contestant who earns the first place ranking.
EDWARDSVILLE - The first annual Newt Scoot will honor Newt the Trail Cat while raising money for the Metro East Humane Society. At 9 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024, community members are invited to join the 11.5-mile bike ride on the Madison County Transit (MCT) trails around Edwardsville. The bike ride will act as a fundraiser for the Metro East Humane Society (MEHS) while also memorializing Newt, a beloved cat who was adopted from MEHS and roamed the MCT trails before he passed away in May 2024. “It’s really awesome to connect with the community on this level,” said Mady O’Reilly, development manager with MEHS. “We’re hoping that it’s the first of many to just continue Newt’s memory while also making an impact on the lives of pets who are existing in the shelter and getting their lives started at the same shelter that he originated from.” The bike ride will start at MCT Park and Ride Leclaire, near Market Basket in Edwardsville
Letter To The Editor: Hello, my name is Noa Zimmerman, I am 17 years old. I am writing to share my thoughts on how the Convention of States can help reshape our government and stabilize my future along with the rest of my generation. Article V of the U.S. Constitution provides my generation and all Americans the opportunity to shape the future of our nation. This is an opportunity to reform our government so that it better reflects our values and priorities as Americans. I am worried about issues of government overreach, governmental accountability, and the preservation of our freedoms. The Convention of States promotes a constitutional avenue to address these concerns. For me and all my fellow citizens in Southern Illinois it is not about policy changes. COS is about ensuring a future where our voices are heard and protected. Growing up we have all seen and or experienced economic uncertainty, political gridlock, and an ever-increasing national debt. Convention of States can hel
MISO and SPP are seeking approval for a joint transmission project that could unlock gigawatts of clean energy — and create a template for similar collaborations.
Some areas of fog have developed Sunday morning. This fog should dissipate after sunrise and we'll have plenty of sunshine ahead for the day. Highs will reach the upper 80s. Another front comes through late but looks to pass through dry. This will bring cooler and drier air to our area for Labor Day. Highs on [...]
ST. LOUIS, Mo. – A four-story warehouse caught fire in south St. Louis overnight. The building is located on the corner of Connecticut Avenue and South Kingshighway. According to the St. Louis City Fire Department the fire started just before 2 a.m. Sunday morning. Crews believe the building was empty but it nonetheless required a [...]
A typical four-year degree can cost $115,000 or more, according to a 2023 College Board report. Borrowing money to pay for college adds to the total cost, due to interest.
Every other month, a St. Louis area group gathers to discuss an arcane and often-complex topic: compliance with international trade laws and regulations.
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