GODFREY - Homes by Emmons and Cress is one of Godfrey’s top homebuilders and are known for meeting and exceeding the expectations of their buyers. For over 30 years, they planned and provided communities with quality built homes and condominiums in Godfrey and Jerseyville, Illinois. The company is a family business started by Bob Emmons in 1987. Bob started working for Sheppard, Morgan and Schwaab Engineers (SMS) in Alton in 1969. During his 10 years there, he worked on many of the existing subdivisions in the Alton/Godfrey area. After leaving SMS, Bob started buying and developing property of his own in the area. He started in residential construction in 1987 and was owner of Country Home Builders, which built many fine homes in the Godfrey area. Subdivisions developed are Arrow Wood Country Estates, Country Cove Estates, Heritage Gardens, The Estates at Eagle Ridge, Estates at Summerfield and Villages at Summerfield. Daughter Amy Cress joined the business in 2000. Amy
As the leaves change color and the air turns crisp, fall beckons us to gather with friends and family to celebrate the season. A fall-themed dinner party offers a wonderful opportunity to showcase seasonal ingredients, warm flavors, and cozy decor, creating a memorable experience for your guests. This article guides you through planning and executing a delightful fall dinner party, from menu ideas to decor and ambiance. Choosing the Right Date and Time Before diving into the specifics of your dinner party, it’s essential to select a date and time that accommodates your guests. Consider weekends or holiday evenings when friends and family are more likely to be free. An early evening gathering allows guests to enjoy the twilight of fall, enhancing the overall atmosphere. Setting the Scene: Fall Decor Creating an inviting environment is key to a successful dinner party. Embrace the fall theme through your decor by incorporating warm colors, natural elements, and cozy textures.
On November 19, 2024, we reflect on a day rich with historical significance, filled with remarkable events that have shaped our world. One of the most significant events to occur on November 19 is the International Conference on Climate Change held in 2023. This conference marked a pivotal moment in global environmental policy, where leaders from around the world gathered to discuss the urgent need for action against climate change. The outcomes of this conference influenced policies in numerous countries, setting ambitious targets for carbon reduction and emphasizing international cooperation. This event underscored the global commitment towards sustainability and demonstrated a growing recognition of the climate crisis as one of the most pressing issues of our time. Moving back in time, we find ourselves in the year 1863 , when President Abraham Lincoln delivered the Gettysburg Address at the dedication of the Soldiers' National Cemetery in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. This
MoDOT is seeking input from residents on possible plans to improve the central corridor along Interstate 64 between Kingshighway and Jefferson, with three conceptual plans being considered.
"The motivation for elimination of the position was to rid black firefighters from supervisory positions over white employees," a lawsuit against Berkeley says.
JERSEYVILLE - Jersey Community High School Principal Thomas Leslie is pleased to announce that 18 students from the JCHS Graduating Class of 2025 have been designated as Illinois State Scholars. The following students have been selected based on class rank and SAT scores: Abbigail Benz Jaxon Brunaugh Corah Derrick Dax Goetten Brayden Groves Kate Hudson Ari Leslie Reese Lorton Matthew Maag Maggie Maxeiner Kiley Pickel Caitlyn Poletti Katie Schultz Dinah Slusser Amelia Strebel Isaac Wargo Annabelle Yamnitz Corree Yates JCHS Principal Thomas Leslie states: "We are incredibly proud of our eighteen seniors who were named Illinois State Scholars from the Class of 2025. This is an honor that distinguishes these students among the best of the best in the state of Illinois and beyond. These students are bright, determined, and they make Jersey very proud."
A St. Louis County mother has filed a lawsuit against Banquet Enterprises, Inc. for negligence after her child was affected by an E. coli outbreak that has impacted 94 people, with more than half linked to Rockwood Summit High School.
A new federal rule will require water utilities across the country to pull millions of lead drinking water pipes out of the ground and replace them, at a cost of billions of dollars. States, cities and water utilities agree that the lead pipes need to go to ensure safe water for residents. But they say […]
We’ve documented in detail how the whole AT&T–>Time Warner–>Warner Brothers Discovery merger process has been a pointless mess, resulting in no limits of layoffs and damage to the underlying brands. What was supposed to be a gambit by these companies to dominate streaming TV, wound up being a very expensive act of seppuku by over-compensated executives clearly out of […]
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