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Why Tax Day Falls on April 15 and How the Deadline Changed Over Time

2 months ago
If you’ve ever wondered why Tax Day lands on April 15—why that date, of all dates—the answer isn’t “because that’s when the government wants it.” The deadline is a patchwork of history, politics, and practical timing, shaped by wars, paperwork, and a few calendar quirks. Tax Day feels like a fixed point on the American calendar, but it’s actually the result of decisions that changed as the country changed. The modern income tax is younger than

Why April 15 Stands Out in History, From Lincoln to Titanic

2 months ago
In 1755, English writer Samuel Johnson published A Dictionary of the English Language . Before Johnson’s dictionary, English spelling and definitions varied widely from place to place and from printer to printer. His work did not “freeze” the language—English kept changing—but it provided a shared reference point that influenced education, publishing, and public debate for generations. It also reflected a growing belief in the value of organizing knowledge in a

Rep. Kevin Schmidt names Mascoutah Community Lanes his March Business of the Month

2 months ago
MASCOUTAH - State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt) has recognized Mascoutah Community Lanes as his March ‘Business of The Month.' Rep. Schmidt visited with Jen and Dan, operators of Mascoutah Community Lanes, to present them with an official certificate from the Illinois House of Representatives. “Jen and Dan have operated this local bowling alley for fifteen years and has truly made it a special place for league nights, birthday parties, fundraisers, meetings, or simply

Local Physician Assistant Shares Spring Health Tips

2 months ago
GODFREY - A local physician assistant has some advice on how to manage your health this spring, whether you’re navigating allergies, experiencing increased stress levels, or simply trying to make the healthiest choices you can. Lucas Edwards works for OSF St. Anthony’s Health Center at the OSF PromptCare center in Godfrey. He shared some tips on how to manage your health this spring and year-round. When you’re completing your spring cleaning, Edwards suggests it’s

Night Comfort

2 months ago

The High Low Gallery presents a new exhibition, Night Comfort, featuring works by St. Louis artist Jeremy Rabus, opening Friday, March 27 and running through Sunday, June 14. Night Comfort explores nostalgia through […]

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