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Simmons Hanly Conroy Elevates Luke Pfeifer to Partner  

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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

Cquesta Expands Innovation Platform with Danforth Center Technology to AccelerateDevelopment of Climate-Resilient Corn

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St. Louis, MO – January 14, 2026 – Cquesta, a leading agricultural biotechnology company,today announced a research license agreement with the Donald Danforth Plant ScienceCenter for advanced root genetic technology…

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Vehicle Crashes Into Building Near Alton Walgreens

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ALTON — On Tuesday afternoon, Jan. 13, 2026, a vehicle struck a building near 1650 Washington Avenue in Alton after reportedly leaving the Walgreens parking lot and crossing the street, according to local authorities. At approximately 1:08 p.m. on Jan. 13, 2026, the Alton Police Department received multiple 9-1-1 calls reporting the incident. One caller suggested the driver may have been shot before the crash. Upon arrival, officers confirmed that no shooting had occurred. The vehicle

Delayed federal funds start flowing to Missouri child care providers

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The Missouri Office of Childhood has received federal funding owed to more than 1,700 child care providers after submitting a “comprehensive breakdown” of expenditures, state officials said Tuesday. “All subsidy funds requested” were released, and providers can expect to receive delayed payments by Jan. 16, an email from the state office said. The delay left […]
Steph Quinn

Pop-Up Valentine's Day Wedding Ceremonies Offered by Alton Event Space

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ALTON - A few lucky couples can enjoy a special wedding ceremony this Valentine’s Day. On Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026, six couples will be married at Vera Lee Meeting and Event Venue in Alton in a series of pop-up weddings. Kirstan Gray, owner of Vera Lee, can’t wait to give couples an affordable alternative to their special day. “What this is designed to be is a one-stop wedding experience without the full-blown wedding. It’s a pop-up wedding on steroids,” Gray

Missouri attorney general wants $1 million to furnish new St. Louis offices

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Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway is asking for nearly $1 million by June to furnish new offices for one of her highest-paid employees. The request is in the supplemental budget — money needed for programs running short of funds before the end of the fiscal year — for furniture and equipment in 5,000 square feet […]
Rudi Keller

Turn Friday the 13th into Your Lucky Night at GloBingo 2026 Tickets Go on Sale January 17, 2026

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TROY, IL — The Troy/Maryville/St. Jacob/Marine Chamber of Commerce invites the community to light up the night at GloBingo 2026, happening Friday, March 13, 2026, at the Tri-Township Activity Center in Troy. The event will feature GloBingo, a high-energy, glow-themed bingo experience provided by Tribout Distributors, transforming Friday the 13th into a lucky night full of fun, prizes, and excitement. GloBingo 2026 is proudly sponsored by Troy Car Care and Edward Jones (Linda Manley), whose