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Judge weighs Trump administration limits on congressional visits to immigration facilities

2 months 1 week ago
WASHINGTON —  U.S. District Court Judge Jia Cobb Wednesday probed whether the Trump administration has violated her court order, after Minnesota lawmakers said they were denied an oversight visit to a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility following a deadly shooting by an immigration officer in Minneapolis.  Democratic Reps. Ilhan Omar, Angie Craig and Kelly […]
Ariana Figueroa

My Art, My Soul

2 months 1 week ago

"My Art, My Soul" an art exhibit featuring artworks which express the heart and soul of local artists. The exhibit is free and open to the public and and runs […]

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Myranda Levins

Bethalto's Precision Point Armory Shares Gun Safety Philosophy with Personalized Training

2 months 1 week ago
BETHALTO - Precision Point Armory offers firearm training to create responsible gun owners. Ben Julian, owner of Precision Point, emphasizes safety in everything he does. His classes range from basic fundamentals to concealed carry classes. Julian ultimately wants to make sure people are safe when handling firearms. “It’s a lot of fun. We enjoy just practicing different things and different skills,” he said. “I really enjoy working with newer people, but I also

Missouri man accused of selling nonexistent trailers on Facebook Marketplace

2 months 1 week ago
PURDY, Mo. — An Independence man is accused of scamming a Barry County resident out of $18,000 in an online sale involving five semi-trailers that were never delivered. Online court records say Christopher R. Collins, born in 1993, is charged with stealing more than $750.  Investigators say Collins listed the trailers for sale on Facebook [...]
Kathryn Skopec

Missouri golf instructor delivers his own baby at golf course

2 months 1 week ago
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Christmas morning took an unexpected turn at Deer Lake Golf Course when a baby was born in the parking lot before his parents could make it to the hospital. The child, named Sonny Oliver Christensen, is the son of the course’s head golf professional, who helped deliver the baby just minutes after [...]
Jesse Inman

American Red Cross-St. Louis Blues Team For Annual Blood Drive

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ST. LOUIS, MO. – Join the American Red Cross and the St. Louis Blues at the annual St. Louis Blues Blood Drive, sponsored by FanDuel Sports Network, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, and Carelon on Tuesday, January 20, from 12 p.m. – 7 p.m. at one of eleven convenient locations in Missouri or Illinois and from 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. at Stifel Theatre. Louie and the Blue Crew will be briefly visiting several locations. “The St. Louis Blues have been an outstanding partner

Simon Law and Keefe Firm Raise $76,850 for Legal Aid

2 months 1 week ago
EAST ST. LOUIS - Land of Lincoln Legal Aid announced today that the Simon Law and Keefe, Keefe & Unsell, P.C. Holiday Party fundraiser, held last month, raised $76,850 in support of free civil legal services across central and southern Illinois. The annual holiday celebration, hosted by Simon Law and Keefe, Keefe & Unsell, P.C., brought together attorneys, staff, and community supporters for an evening of giving, fellowship, and shared commitment to equal access to justice. Proceeds from the even

Simmons Hanly Conroy Elevates Luke Pfeifer to Partner  

2 months 1 week ago
ALTON, Ill. – Simmons Hanly Conroy , a national leader in the legal representation of mesothelioma patients and their families, is pleased to announce that Luke Pfeifer has been elevated to partner, effective Jan. 1, 2026. “We are delighted to announce Luke’s well-earned promotion,” said Simmons Hanly Conroy Managing Partner Laurence V. Nassif . “He is an esteemed firm ambassador who demonstrates our commitment to client-focused advocacy daily. I’m

Rotary Club of Swansea Wins Governor's Trophy Again

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SWANSEA - The Rotary Club of Swansea was honored with the Governor’s Trophy for Best Small Club for the 2024–2025 Rotary year during the Rotary District 6510 Conference held November 7–8, 2025, in Effingham, Illinois. The award was presented by Past District Governor Robin Dean. Rotary District 6510 includes 43 clubs across Southern Illinois. The Rotary Club of Swansea has a notable history of recognition, having previously won the Governor’s Trophy for Best Small Club