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OSF Saint Anthony's To Host First Aid and CPR Training Class

2 years 3 months ago
ALTON – People who have cardiac arrests may benefit from CPR, yet many people who witness cardiac arrest do not perform CPR. That’s why OSF Saint Anthony’s Health Center (1 St. Anthony’s Way, Alton) is hosting an upcoming first aid and CPR training class so Riverbend area residents are prepared to take action if necessary. The first aid and CPR training class will be held on Wednesday, September 27, 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. in the hospital’s Perpetual Help Center and led by a certified instructor. Space is limited and the deadline to register is Monday, September 25. The cost is $65.00/person. Registration can be completed by calling (618) 920-6816 or by email at susiesweetman22@gmail.com. “Knowing CPR and first aid can help save lives,” says Dennis E. Sands, MD, Chief Medical Officer, OSF Saint Anthony’s. “If your child or loved one isn't breathing, knowing how to do CPR could mean the difference between life and death.

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New Option For Prior Law Enforcement Officers For ISP

2 years 3 months ago
SPRINGFIELD – In an effort to build its ranks, the Illinois State Police (ISP) is updating the pre-employment requirements for people applying to become a trooper. Recently signed into law, Public Act 103-0312 makes changes to the Illinois State Police Act, effective January 1, 2024. The new “Option Three” allows for current law enforcement officers with three years of continuous service at the same law enforcement agency to join the ranks of ISP quickly. “ISP wants to recruit those who have shown they are dedicated to protecting the public,” said ISP Director Brendan F. Kelly. “Recruiting an officer who has successfully completed basic law enforcement training and has three years of law enforcement experience, combined with comprehensive training through the ISP Academy, will allow ISP to more quickly assign experienced and highly trained troopers throughout the state.” Changes were also made to “Option Two,” allowing

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Lane Closures On Illinois 159 In St. Clair County

2 years 3 months ago
FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that all lanes of Illinois 159 at the intersections of Lincoln Highway, Chateau Drive, Green Haven Drive and Rosewood Village Drive in St. Clair County will require intermittent daytime lane closures, weather permitting, on Thursday, Sept. 21; Friday, Sept. 22; and Monday, Sept. 25. The lane closures are necessary for the evaluation of pavement conditions. Drivers are urged to reduce speed, be alert for changing conditions, obey all signage, and refrain from using mobile devices while approaching and traveling through the work zone. For IDOT District 8 updates, follow us on Twitter at @IDOTDistrict8 or view area construction details on IDOT’s traveler information map on GettingAroundIllinois.com.

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Missouri Foster Parents Can Now Possess Cannabis

2 years 3 months ago
An emergency amendment issued by the Missouri Department of Social Services last month allows Missouri Foster parents to possess and cultivate cannabis. The amendment, titled 13 CSR 35-60.040 Physical and Environmental Standards, lifts the ban because of Amendment 3, which legalized recreational use in Missouri and went into effect earlier this year. In the ruling, the department says that it cannot hold rules in conflict with the state's constitution.
Jessica Rogen

Sheriff Vernon Betts Fires Deputy Who Posted Racy Photo on Grindr

2 years 3 months ago
A St. Louis sheriff's deputy says that he was fired yesterday by Sheriff Vernon Betts for no reason other than his sexual orientation. Jerrett Turner, 29, has been a deputy with the sheriff's department since April. He says that after his lunch break on Thursday he was called into Betts' office where he was told that someone had sent Betts photos that showed Turner bearing his behind.
Ryan Krull

FCC Proposes Voluntary Security Labels For ‘Internet Of Things’ Devices Most Companies Will Probably Ignore

2 years 3 months ago
While government leaders spent the last three years hyperventilating about TikTok, less talked about has been the dodgy “internet of things” (IOT) space; a broad assortment of mostly overseas-made techno doodads with paper-grade security and privacy standards that Americans connect to home and business networks with reckless abandon. “Smart” TVs, fridges, and other internet-connected devices […]
Karl Bode