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Pritzker announces $4.85 million in Illinois tourism grants to 66 recipients

2 months ago
CHICAGO – Today, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced more than $4.85 million in grant funding has been awarded to 66 grantees through three grant programs – the Tourism Attractions Grant Program ($2 million), Tourism Marketing Partnership Grant Program ($2.25 million), and Tourism Private Sector Grant Program ($598,900) – as part of the State’s efforts to build upon the record-breaking tourism industry

Daily Deal: Geekey Multi-Tool

2 months ago
Geekey is an innovative, compact multi-tool like nothing seen before. It’s truly a work of art with engineering that combines everyday common tools into one sleek little punch that delivers endless capability. Geekey features many common tools that have been used for decades and proven essential for everyday fixes. It’s on sale for $23. Note: […]
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Kim Jones-Riley Recognized For Leadership At Gordon Bush Center

2 months ago
EAST ST. LOUIS - East St. Louis School District 189 is celebrating National Assistant Principal Week this week, and one of those who stands out is Kim Jones-Riley. Jones-Riley is an Assistant Principal at Gordon Bush Alternative Center in East St. Louis. The East St. Louis School District 189 singled Jones-Riley out for her leadership and impact on students and staff. The Gordon Bush Alternative Center Principal Darnell Spencer praised Jones-Riley for her “unwavering commitment

Futuremakers: The Room Artists Mixer and Micro Grants

2 months ago
ST. LOUIS – Futuremakers will host its first Artist Mixer tomorrow, April 16 from 5:007:00 p.m. at The Moniker. This Artist Mixer is a networking event bringing together artists, institutions, small businesses, and placemakers working across downtown. Artists and creatives can network with venues, developers, and organizations looking to collaborate, program, and support creative work [...]
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Alton High School Inducts 75 New National Honor Society Members

2 months ago
ALTON - Seventy-five Alton High School juniors were inducted into the National Honor Society, a major accomplishment. On Tuesday, April 14, 2026, families and staff members crowded the school’s auditorium to watch the induction ceremony. Advisor Angela Laaker noted that the organization is a great way to build leaders, and the ceremony was a chance to celebrate their new members. “I think they're going to be bigger and better people because of it,” she said. Students