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Ferguson Twilight Run is Saturday May 17

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Runners and walkers will enjoy one mile, 5K (3.1 miles) and 10K (6.2 miles) distances on routes that are USATF-certified by Big River Running Company.“Sixteen years of the Ferguson Twilight Run reflects the community’s commitment to health, wellness, and unity. This milestone represents more than just a race – it’s a celebration of every runner, […]

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Survey Shows Public Views Construction Crafts To Be Among “Toughest Jobs”

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Construction workers, firefighters, military personnel and doctors — these are the “toughest jobs in America,” according to a new survey. The poll included 2,000 Americans (1,000 of whom are trade workers), asking respondents what they believe the “toughest” jobs are and what comes to mind when they think of “tough jobs.” Police officers ranked No. 5, […]
Tom Finan

Alton Mayor, New Council Members, City Clerk Sworn In

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ALTON – Alton City Hall saw some new and returning elected officials sworn into office at the City Council meeting on Wednesday, May 14, 2025. As the meeting of the old City Council drew to a close, outgoing members expressed their appreciation for fellow city officials – starting with outgoing Third Ward Alderman Raymond Strebel. “I’d like to thank the citizens of Alton,” Strebel said. “I was honored to serve as an alderman and I truly wish only the best for the future of the City of Alton.” Alderman John Meehan and Alderwoman Rosie Brown wished all the best to the outgoing council members, thanking them for their dedication to the city. Mayor David Goins presented a plaque to longtime City Clerk Cheryl Ingle, commemorating her 29 years of service to the City of Alton. “I’m sorry to be going, but I loved working here my whole 29 years, and enjoyed all the departments I worked in and all the people I’ve worked with,”

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Stroke Navigator Brittany Best Highlights Urgency Of Time In Stroke Awareness Month

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ALTON - Brittany Best, BSN RN and Stroke Navigator at OSF Healthcare in Alton, discussed the significance of Stroke Awareness Month on C.J. Nasello's Our Daily Show! and the critical need for recognizing stroke symptoms and seeking immediate care. Best, who recently transitioned to her current role after 12 years working in the emergency room area, emphasized that strokes can occur at any age and remain the fifth leading cause of death and a major cause of long-term disability. “It has been a good change, it has been a good transition,” she said of her new position. She highlighted the importance of the “BE FAST” acronym for identifying stroke symptoms: sudden loss of balance, facial drooping, arm weakness, speech difficulties or slurred speech, and the urgency to call 911 if any of these signs develop. Best noted that symptoms can be one or multiple and stressed, “If you see one, seek attention.” Women face unique risks, with one in five experiencing

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Stadium funding, gun rights law among casualties of Missouri Senate breakdown

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When Missouri Senate leaders turned to a rarely-used procedural maneuver Wednesday to cut off debate and force a vote to ban abortion and repeal a paid-sick leave law, they essentially ended the legislative session two days early. They also sealed the fate of a litany of bills.  Among the final-day casualties:  – A massive incentive […]
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