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WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and Cory Booker (D-NJ), co-founders of the new Senate Lead Task Force and the U.S. Senate Environmental Justice Caucus, alongside U.S. Representatives Rashida Tlaib (D-MI-12) and Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06), co-chairs of the House ‘Get the Lead Out’ Caucus, led 86 of their colleagues in applauding the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for their proposed Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) while also urging them to strengthen the rule by considering additional provisions that would improve and expedite the Biden Administration’s effort to remove all lead service lines from our nation. “While we recognize the challenges for some municipalities to remove thousands of lead pipes in 10 years, the proposal could allow another generation of children in many communities to be exposed to lead from their tap water,” wrote the members. “Some cities have been able to replace tens of thousands

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WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL)—a member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation (CST) and Chair of the Subcommittee on Aviation Safety, Operations and Innovation—announced several of her key priorities were included in the bipartisan FAA Reauthorization Act of 2023 that passed through the CST committee today. As one of the authors of the legislation, Duckworth successfully secured several provisions that will improve safety for consumers, expand the aviation workforce and enhance protections for travelers with disabilities. If signed into law, the bipartisan FAA reauthorization bill would extend FAA’s funding and authorities through the Fiscal Year 2028. “The bipartisan FAA Reauthorization Act is a win not only for our economy, but for aviation safety advocates and the flying public,” said Duckworth. “As Chair of the Subcommittee on Aviation Safety, Operations and Innovation,

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EDWARDSVILLE - The Edwardsville Rotary Club has chosen to honor Edwardsville High School student Alessia Heiser with the Student of the Month Award for the month of December. Alessia Heiser was nominated by World Languages teacher Christel Schwarz of Edwardsville High School. Alessia is the daughter of Christopher & Dana Cattani-Smejkal and Timothy & Katie Heiser. She is very involved in the music department, where she has made ILMEA All-District six times, ILMEA All-State three times, and Bi-State two times. Additionally, Alessia is a member of National Honor Society, French Honor Society, Science National Honor Society, Symphonic Band, Marching Band, and has been on high honor roll for three years. In her free time, Alessia enjoys making jewelry and playing the bassoon. In the future, Alessia would like to attend Southern Illinois University Carbondale or Purdue University. From there, she plans on majoring in microbiology and minoring in environmental science. The Edwardsville

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WASHINGTON – U.S. Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee, today led 17 Senate Democrats in a letter to President Joe Biden urging him to act swiftly to finally close the detention facility at U.S. Naval Station Guantánamo Bay, Cuba. In their letter, the Senators wrote that as a symbol of lawlessness and human rights abuses, the detention facility continues to harm U.S. national security by serving as a propaganda tool for America’s enemies and hindering counterterrorism efforts and cooperation with allies. The Senators also expressed their support of the Administration’s renewed commitment before the United Nations (UN) Human Rights Committee this fall to ending indefinite detention at Guantánamo. The Senators wrote, “At a time of mounting threats from China and Russia, we cannot afford such a weakening of our security. Moreover, in addition to the $540 million in wasted taxpayer dollars each year,

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The baby girl is now safe! These boxes aim to prevent the unsafe abandonment of newborns, offering a life-saving alternative.

STANFORD, CT. – Spectrum returned to the Super Bowl on Sunday for the first time since 2018 with a witty new commercial poking fun at the spotty coverage of cell phone home internet providers while highlighting the speed and reliability of Spectrum Internet. In the 30-second ad – aptly titled “Holes” – Mom arrives home to discover her family has smashed a gaping hole in the living room wall to get a better internet signal. “Turns out the walls were getting in the way,” Dad says. While comical to think somebody would actually knock holes in their walls to improve service, the ad illustrates the limitations of what cell phone home internet users regularly experience. Unlike the Super Bowl game, there is no contest: Spectrum Internet delivers 24/7 reliability, security, and dramatically faster speeds, while saving customers hundreds of dollars per year on their home internet and mobile service vs. the competition. The commercial, create

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MARYVILLE - Anderson Healthcare, a leading healthcare network in the Metro East, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mike Marshall, MBA, CPA, FACHE, as the new President and Chief Executive Officer, effective February 9, 2024. Marshall replaces Keith Page, who retired February 8, 2024, after 28 years with the organization. Marshall has been with the Anderson Healthcare System for 19 years, joining the Senior Leadership team on April 1, 2005. He served as Chief Financial Officer from April 1, 2005, through December 31, 2022, and most recently served as the Chief Operating Officer of Anderson Healthcare. With over 35 years of experience in healthcare management, Marshall has played a pivotal role in driving Anderson’s financial growth and strategic decision-making. As CFO, Marshall demonstrated exceptional leadership, integrity, and a deep understanding of the company's operations and strategic initiatives. "I am honored and excited to take on the role of President and

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So far this year, Missouri state Rep. Mazzie Christensen has filed 11 bills, ranging from changes to statewide education and public health policy to narrow legislation designed to help a small county in her district. State Rep. Adam Schwadron has filed 12 bills, including his top priority to create a state fund to defray costs of security enhancements for nonprofits at elevated risk of terrorist attacks in Missouri. Up until Thursday, more than a month into the legislative session, Christensen…

A 25-year-old Jennings man on Friday was sentenced to life in prison for killing one person and shooting two others in 2020 in Hazelwood.

St. Peter Catholic Church wants the city to close West Jefferson Avenue, one of the main east-west roads through Kirkwood's commercial district. Some residents say it will make traffic worse.

Green Door Art Gallery is pleased to partner with Bobby Lessentine, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones, in presenting Upon Further Reflection, a collection of oil and cold wax paintings by Mark […]

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A teenage boy was shot in the leg Sunday evening in the city's Columbus Square neighborhood just north of downtown.

Looking for a fish fry to fulfill your meatless Friday needs? 5 On Your Side has you covered with our 2024 guide.

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Liberty Hospital would be at risk of falling into the hands of a for-profit chain and losing important services if Missouri lawmakers block a proposed takeover by the University of Kansas Health System, a board member for the Northland hospital argued last week.  Speaking to a Missouri Senate committee, Liberty Hospital board president Dennis Carter […]

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GODFREY – Lewis and Clark Community College students will have the opportunity to mingle with representatives from various colleges, universities and military branches during Spring Transfer Day 2024, to be held from noon-2 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 21, in The Commons. Colleges/universities/organizations represented will include: Eastern Illinois University Southern Illinois University Carbondale University of Illinois Springfield Goldfarb School of Nursing at Barnes-Jewish College Central Methodist University Greenville University Quincy University Webster University McKendree University Illinois College Harris Stowe State University Southern Illinois University Edwardsville University of Illinois Chicago University of Illinois Urbana Champaign Maryville University Lindenwood University Fontbonne University Blackburn University University of Missouri St. Louis UMSL College of Business U.S. Marine Corps. U.S. Airforce U.S. Army For more information, contact

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