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Edwardsville Sees 7.55 Inches of Rain, Police Issue Warning, Other Issues Reported Near Piasa Creek and Around Region

1 year 4 months ago
EDWARDSVILLE/GODFREY - Heavy rainfall has led to some mudslides and flooding in parts of the Metro East on Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2024. Areas such as the 3000 block of Sand Road in Edwardsville have been declared impassable due to flooding, with residents advised to avoid the area if possible. The National Weather Service reported that rainfall amounts in Jefferson and St. Louis counties reached as high as 9.5 inches in some locations, while Madison County recorded a maximum of 7.55 inches near East Vine Street in Edwardsville, National Weather Service in St. Louis Meteorologist Jayson Gosselin said. In the aftermath of the rain, St. Clair County saw its highest recorded rainfall at 6.61 inches near Fairmont City, while nearby Monroe, Illinois, experienced 6.37 inches. Belleville received significantly less, with totals around 3.33 inches. The weather system is expected to bring more rain today, though it is anticipated to be lighter and less impactful than the previous downpours. Gosselin

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VIDEO: TJ Wies Brings New Way to Seal a (Building) Envelope to Region

1 year 4 months ago
Cameron Wies, president and COO of TJ Wies Contracting, was walking the aisles of the recent Association of Wall and Ceiling Industries (AWCI) at Disneyworld last March when he was stopped cold at the intersection of technology and innovation. He was looking at the exhibit of  Miamisburg, OH-based Aeroseal, which has successfully deployed the technology […]
Tom Finan

A third of Americans aren’t sure Roman slaveholding was a bad thing

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Today, for some reason, YouGov retweeted a survey they did a few months ago about the Roman Empire. It turns out that 76% of Americans say they know at least a little about the Roman Empire and 49% have a favorable view of it. But why? YouGov asked the 76% of Rome-knowers what they admired ...continue reading "A third of Americans aren’t sure Roman slaveholding was a bad thing"
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Cristy A. Elving-Dial MD, FAAFP Receives Honorary Degree from the American Academy of Family Physicians

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JERSEYVILLE - JCH Medical Group is proud to announce that Cristy A. Elving-Dial MD, FAAFP, a dedicated family physician serving the community for over 20 years in Jerseyville, Illinois, has achieved the Degree of Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP), the national medical association representing nearly 130,000 family physicians, residents and medical students. The degree was conferred on more than 180 family physicians during a convocation on Friday, September 27, in conjunction with the AAFP's annual meeting in Phoenix, AZ. Established in 1971, the AAFP Degree of Fellow recognizes family physicians who have distinguished themselves through service to family medicine and ongoing professional development. This year's fellowship class brings the total number of AAFP Fellows to more than 17,200 nationwide. AAFP Fellowship entitles the physician to use the honorary designation, "Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians," or "F.A.A.F.P." Criteria for receiving

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A Mudslide in Alton Moved Equipment and Damaged Lines

1 year 4 months ago
ALTON — A brief mudslide occurred Tuesday morning in the 700 block of Broadway, behind Abbott Machine, following heavy rain in the Alton area. The incident took place around 10 a.m. on November 5, 2024, when several tons of dirt and small trees cascaded down the hillside. In the aftermath, some small power lines were broken, prompting a response from Ameren Illinois. Drone Video Courtesy of GENESIS DRONE: The utility company worked to ensure safety in the area, reporting that there were no power outages as a result of the mudslide. The slide had significant physical effects, moving an aerial lift approximately 30 feet and causing a hole to form in a diesel tank. Local authorities are assessing the situation to determine any further necessary actions. Ameren Illinois remained at the scene later Tuesday morning to continue to repair the lines and ensure the area was safe.

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Returning lost Purple Hearts in Illinois

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With Veterans Day fast approaching, the Illinois State Treasurer’s Office is asking the public for help in returning abandoned Purple Heart medals. Since taking office, State Treasurer Michael Frerichs has been on a mission to return Purple Heart medals to families…the medals in question have been turned over to the treasurers’ office by various banks…

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The Latest: Trump and Harris cede stage to voters who’ll also decide control of House and Senate

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Election Day is here. Voters are gearing up to head to the polls to cast their ballots for either Donald Trump or Kamala Harris in one of the nation’s most historic presidential races. They’ll also be determining which party will control the House and Senate.

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Flash Flood Claims Life of Woman in St. Louis County

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ST. LOUIS COUNTY - St. Louis County police responded early Tuesday to a flash flood incident at Bayless Avenue and Interstate 55 in St. Louis County, where a submerged SUV led to the discovery of a deceased adult female inside the vehicle. At approximately 6 a.m. on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, officers from the South County Precinct were dispatched following reports of significant flooding in the area. Due to adverse weather conditions, Bayless Avenue was closed for several hours as first responders worked to manage the situation. As floodwaters began to recede, a business owner notified police about the submerged SUV. Personnel from the Lemay Fire Protection District accessed the vehicle and discovered the body of the woman. Preliminary investigations indicate that she had driven her car into the water earlier that morning, during the peak of the flash flood. The cause of death remains unknown at this time. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are expected to release more

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