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Sparklight Female Athletes Of The Month For Jersey: Four Volleyball Players Honored For Efforts

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JERSEYVILLE — Four players from Jersey’s girls volleyball team were recently named to the Mississippi Valley All-Conference squad, recognizing their standout performances during the 2025 season. The honorees — Adrian Blasa, Meredith Gray, Hope Buttry, and Grace Russell — were also named Sparklight Female Athletes of the Month for Jersey. Blasa and Gray earned first-team all-conference honors, while Buttry and Russell received honorable mention selections. The players

Lotawata Creek Restaurant In Fairview Heights Closes After 29 Years

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FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS — After 29 years of serving generous portions and Southern-style hospitality, Lotawata Creek announced it has permanently closed its location at 311 Salem Place in Fairview Heights. The restaurant, a longtime community favorite in the Metro East region, officially ended operations, marking the close of nearly three decades of dining experiences. Known for its signature dishes and warm atmosphere, Lotawata Creek was a gathering place for families, friends, and visitors,

Jaclyn Zimmermann

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On the latest episode of Politically Speaking, state Rep. Jaclyn Zimmermann talks with STLPR's Jason Rosenbaum about her first year in office; her thoughts on the redistricting special session; and her expectations for the 2026 legislative session.

Jaclyn Zimmermann

1 week 3 days ago
On the latest episode of Politically Speaking, state Rep. Jaclyn Zimmermann talks with STLPR's Jason Rosenbaum about her first year in office; her thoughts on the redistricting special session; and her expectations for the 2026 legislative session.

Illinois police increase patrols during Thanksgiving travel

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EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. -- Law enforcement agencies across Illinois are increasing patrols through Dec. 2 during one of the year’s busiest travel periods. The effort includes Edwardsville Police, who will join Illinois State Police in enforcing seat belt laws and cracking down on impaired and distracted driving. The statewide campaigns, “Click It or Ticket” and “Drive [...]
Joe Millitzer

Alton's Christmas Wonderland Opens This Weekend at Rock Springs Park

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ALTON - The Grandpa Gang’s Christmas Wonderland display will once again welcome the community to celebrate the holidays. From Friday, Nov. 28, to Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025, you can stop by Rock Springs Park for a drive-through Christmas Wonderland lights display. They will also host a walk-through event on Monday, Dec. 1, 2025, with parking at Alton Middle School. The goal is to bring the community together and raise money for local nonprofits. “You’re going to see some

The Legendary Forest Park Highlands

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From once-in-a-lifetime events to everyday experiences, Forest Park has been chronicled in a hazy mythology that wraps the entire city of St. Louis. The park’s lore especially echoes throughout St. Louis’s history of entertainment and amusement, and few places are as legendary as Forest Park Highlands. Located on the park’s south border, Forest Park Highlands …
Marisa Tesoro

Democrats threatened by Trump over video say they’re now being probed by the FBI

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WASHINGTON — Democratic members of Congress who released a video in mid-November telling members of the military that they are not required to follow illegal orders announced Tuesday the Federal Bureau of Investigation has asked to speak with them about the matter.  Four House members, Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly and Michigan Sen. Elissa Slotkin wrote […]
Jennifer Shutt