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Saturday January 17, at 4:00 PM A New Year’s Journey in Song, Light and Renewal. A musical journey from Korean … MoreTimothy Lutheran Church presents A Concert for a New Year

Two remarkably similar stories of Irish immigrants help explain the dysfunction of the U.S. immigration system.

December 27 and 28 stand as remarkable dates in history, marked by significant events that have shaped the course of nations, science, and culture across the globe. Moving back in time, December 27, 1831, saw Charles Darwin embark on the HMS Beagle's expedition, a pivotal moment in the history of science. This voyage would provide Darwin with the observations and insights that later culminated in his groundbreaking theory of evolution by natural selection. The journey was not just a scientific

EDWARDSVILLE – As 2025 comes to a close, I want to pause and say thank you. Thank you for trusting me to be your voice in Springfield and for sharing your stories, concerns, and hopes for our community. Serving you has been a great honor, and this past year has reminded me why our work matters so deeply. I am proud of the progress we’ve made, but I know there is still much work to be done. This year, we stopped harmful legislation that would have made life more expensive for families

CARLINVILLE – Carlinville will host a Community Blood Drive with ImpactLife, the provider of blood components for local hospitals. The blood drive will be from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm on Wednesday, January 7 at 201 West Main Street, inside Elks Lodge. What: Carlinville Community Blood Drive When: Wednesday, January 7, 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Where: Elks Lodge, 201 West Main Street, Carlinville, IL Appointments: To donate, please contact ImpactLife Springfield at (800) 747-5401 or visit

O'FALLON, IL. - O’Fallon Police Department welcomed its newest officer, Aden Davis, during a ceremony held recently. Commissioner Ed Martinez administered the Oath of Office to Davis, marking the official start of her law enforcement career. Davis, designated as Officer O-146, will begin training this January at the Southwestern Illinois Police Academy, a 16-week program. Upon graduation, she will return to the O’Fallon Police Department (OPD) to complete a 14-week Field Training

O'FALLON, IL. - O’Fallon Police Department welcomed its newest officer, Aden Davis, during a ceremony held recently. Commissioner Ed Martinez administered the Oath of Office to Davis, marking the official start of her law enforcement career. Davis, designated as Officer O-146, will begin training this January at the Southwestern Illinois Police Academy, a 16-week program. Upon graduation, she will return to the O’Fallon Police Department (OPD) to complete a 14-week Field Training