Jefferson City School District’s students became part of the construction process as they left their painted handprints on the last steel beam to be placed on the Early Childhood Center structure. S. M. Wilson, the project’s construction manager at risk, is expected to place the beam in early September. This project is the largest in […]
I know this is a Trump talking point, but honestly, Kamala Harris really needs to sit down for some interviews with the press. It's something we should expect from any presidential candidate. I've cut her some slack because she became a candidate only a few weeks ago. But she's been vice president for more than ...continue reading "Kamala and the press"
The mayor of Cahokia Heights, Illinois, is being hailed as a hero after saving a 7-year-old girl’s life. The girl’s family says Curtis McCall Sr. brought her back to life.
The fallout came fast and hard for New College of Florida and its administrators after multiple videos were posted of books dealing mainly with sexual identity and race found filling a dumpster behind the school library. The immediate reaction from the school’s spokesperson, Nathan Marks, was nonsensical. Marks claimed two things, neither of them believable. […]
ALTON - Two vehicles collided on Tuesday afternoon, Aug. 27, 2024, resulting in one car crashing into Kinder Auto Repair at Clawson and Brown Street in Alton and another landed in a nearby front yard. Alton Fire Department Battalion Chief Derrick Richardson reported that no injuries required transportation to medical facilities. "The other vehicle ended up in a sod lot of a house," Richardson said. "Thankfully no one had to be transported." Kinder Auto Repair's garage sustained significant damage from the impact, Richardson said. The extent of the damage has yet to be fully assessed. The cause of the accident is currently under investigation by the Alton Police Department.
Midas Construction is beginning a new era of growth with a new name – MBG (Midas Building Group). MBG is a leading builder of hospitality, multifamily and senior living projects throughout the Midwest with active projects in Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio. The firm also has a new website at www.mbgbuilt.com. “Our new brand and […]
The St. Louis Regional Freightway is launching a new task force in collaboration with the region’s five busiest airports, leading employers in the aerospace manufacturing and service sector and other leaders in education and workforce training. The launch is in response to more than $5 billion in planned investments that are creating urgent demand for […]
JERSEYVILLE – Zach Weiner, a standout athlete from Jersey Community High School, will continue his baseball career at Lewis and Clark Community College in Godfrey. Weiner, who stands 6-foot-3 and weighs 200 pounds, was a leading hitter and an excellent first baseman for the Panthers during the 2024 season. Weiner is a Sparklight Male Athlete of the Month for Jersey Community High School for his efforts in the spring 2024 season. Weiner's athletic prowess was not confined to the baseball diamond. He also played as a tight end and defensive end for the Panthers football team, recording six tackles in a game against Waterloo last season. Jersey head baseball coach Darren Perdue praised Weiner's dedication and work ethic. "Zach worked hard to achieve that goal," Perdue said. "He would always get his reps in and he led by example. He will be missed." Weiner's performance as a first baseman and pitcher made him a formidable opponent, according to Perdue. His commitment to the sport
A couple of days ago Mark Zuckerberg sent a letter to Republicans saying that health officials had pressured Meta to remove COVID misinformation while the vaccine was being rolled out. He now regrets this, though he didn't really say why. Then there's this: The Zuckerberg letter didn’t stop with details of the well-known crackdown on ...continue reading "Please note: There was no Biden administration in 2020"
Internships for aspiring construction professionals offer a blend of learning and professional development opportunities. They have emerged as a cornerstone for cultivating the next generation of talent by bridging the gap between theory and practical application. “No matter what career path someone explores in the construction industry, a soon-to-be graduate or a person interested in […]
Brady Cook, a St. Louis-raised quarterback entering his senior year with the Missouri Tigers, has landed an endorsement deal with Sugarfire Smokehouse.
ALTON - The Alton Amphitheater is hosting their famous Jazz and Wine Festival this Saturday, and you could win up to a four-person reserved table to enjoy the evening. From 6–10 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, the Alton Amphitheater will transform into an outdoors jazz club complete with live music and a wide selection of wines. The festival will feature music from the Alton Jazz Confluence, which includes select Alton and Godfrey student musicians, followed by Left of West. Headliner Jim Manley will then take the stage for an hour-long set. “It has become an evening where people can go on a date. I like to say it’s a very classy event,” said Dan Herkert, amphitheater commission chair. “If people haven’t been there, they don’t realize, you really can set up a jazz club outdoors on our stage. It is an intimate setting where you are up close and personal with the musicians.” There are up to four free tickets available. The winner
An 18-year-old from Hazelwood has been hospitalized for 16 days as he undergoes treatment for the West Nile virus. John Procter VI, known as BB to his family and friends, had big plans after graduation. He wanted to join the National Guard and spend time with his friends, but BB's plans came crashing down on August 8.
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