ALTON – A convicted felon from Alton man remains in custody after allegedly pointing an illegally possessed firearm at another individual. Byron T. Lacey, 33, of Alton, was charged on Nov. 3, 2025 with one count each of felon in possession of a weapon (a Class 3 felony) and aggravated assault (a Class A misdemeanor). On Nov. 1, 2025, Lacey allegedly possessed a Ruger .38 Special revolver which was unlawful for him to possess as a felon previously convicted of theft over $500 in a
The community gathered at the Collinsville American Legion to commemorate Veterans Day. It was a tribute to the brave men and women who served in the arm forces.
by Tom Finan, Executive Director, Construction Forum The City of Kirkwood has selected Double Eagle Development to redevelop the former 5.9-acre Public Works facility between Taylor and Fillmore Avenues into a new multifamily residential community. The selection followed a competitive RFP process. The city evaluated proposals based on neighborhood compatibility, development experience, financial feasibility, and […]
EDWARDSVILLE — The Edwardsville Veterans Day Parade began at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025, in downtown Edwardsville, honoring veterans from nearly every branch of the U.S. military and spanning conflicts from World War II through Desert Storm. Organized by Edwardsville American Legion Post 199 and the Metro East Community Rotary Club, the parade started in the 900 block of North Main Street in Edwardsville and proceeded south on Main Street before concluding on West Street. The event
EDWARDSVILLE — The Edwardsville Veterans Day Parade began at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025, in downtown Edwardsville, honoring veterans from nearly every branch of the U.S. military and spanning conflicts from World War II through Desert Storm. Organized by Edwardsville American Legion Post 199 and the Metro East Community Rotary Club, the parade started in the 900 block of North Main Street in Edwardsville and proceeded south on Main Street before concluding on West Street. The event
From Leader Publications: The cost to replace roads in one of Arnold’s oldest subdivisions and to repair the Arnold Recreation Center parking lot has ended up being higher than expected. The city will pay $670,034.87 more to Spencer Contracting of Arnold to complete this year’s street maintenance projects, which included replacing roads in the Bayshore […]
ALTON – Alton City Council members are set to vote on adopting a “Vehicle Electrification Plan” prepared in coordination with Ameren Illinois. Committee of the Whole members on Monday unanimously approved a resolution to adopt the plan and authorize the execution of a Memorandum of Agreement between the City of Alton, Reach Strategies, and Ameren Illinois. The item now goes to the City Council this Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025 at 6 p.m. Andi Campbell, deputy director of
ALTON – Alton City Council members are set to vote on adopting a “Vehicle Electrification Plan” prepared in coordination with Ameren Illinois. Committee of the Whole members on Monday unanimously approved a resolution to adopt the plan and authorize the execution of a Memorandum of Agreement between the City of Alton, Reach Strategies, and Ameren Illinois. The item now goes to the City Council this Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025 at 6 p.m. Andi Campbell, deputy director of
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers’ Benmont Tench has announced his first tour dates for 2026.The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer will launch an eight-city tour on Jan. 15 in New Orleans, with…
TOPEKA — The county involved in a small-town Kansas newspaper raid in 2023 will pay a cumulative $3 million to three journalists and a city councilor. In two of the four agreements, the Marion County Sheriff’s Office also crafted a statement admitting regret. “The Sheriff’s Office wishes to express its sincere regrets to Eric and […]
Wentzville city officials approved a rezoning request to make way for a new BJC sub-specialty children’s care center at the Board of Aldermen’s Nov. 5 meeting. The children’s care center will be located on 15.5 acres of land at the northwest corner of Wentzville Parkway and Hwy. 61 and offer a variety of services. Same-day […]
From West Newsmagazine: The Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Commission met briefly to approve an amendment to the Chesterfield Regional TIF Redevelopment Plan and Project. At the public hearing Oct. 30, the TIF Commission reviewed the Chesterfield Regional TIF Redevelopment Plan and Project. The redevelopment plan includes approximately 241 acres bounded by Wild Horse Creek Road […]
Schnuck Markets announced major leadership changes Tuesday, naming Ted Schnuck as chief operating officer (COO) and David Bell as president of the company’s new parent organization, 1939 Group, Inc.
The Federal Communications Commission voted to roll back limits on how much companies can charge incarcerated people and their families for phone and video calls. The 2-1 vote in late October reverses rate caps the FCC adopted last year under a 2023 law that allows the agency to set limits on prison phone and video call […]
O’FALLON, Ill. — On Wednesday, Nov. 5, HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital Emergency Services had the honor of presenting Elena LaFleur with the Dr. Jeffrey Shafer Memorial Scholarship for $3,000. This $1,500 scholarship, in partnership with Southwestern Illinois College (SWIC), is awarded to SWIC students pursuing a career in emergency medical services (EMS) in memory of Dr. Jeffrey Shafer and his career as an EMS-trained physician. Dr. Shafer’s family generously matched the
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