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Area Students Make Greenville University Spring Dean's List

2 years 3 months ago
GREENVILLE - The following students were placed on the Dean's List at Greenville University for the Spring 2023 semester. Alton, IL Elizabeth Sutton, senior Bethalto, IL Megan Belangee, senior Janie Edel, senior Carrollton, IL Hannah Stringer, senior East Alton, IL Bryan Copeland, senior Stephanie Kamp, senior Edwardsville, IL Madelyn Stephen, senior Glen Carbon, IL Hannah Beck, senior Godfrey, IL Hope Wind, senior Granite City, IL Grace Phillips, senior Jerseyville, IL Kaylee Fisher, senior Molly Heitzig, senior Samantha Tallman, senior Wood River, IL Chance Foss, senior Jacey Trask, junior To qualify for the Greenville University Dean's List, a student must successfully complete a minimum of 12 hours for the semester. Freshmen (0-29.5 credits) must have a semester GPA of 3.5 or above. Sophomores, juniors, and seniors must have a semester GPA of 3.7 or above. Greenville University is an accredited Christian liberal arts

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State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Calls On Young Illinois Photographers To Participate in 2023 Cream of the Crop Photo Contest By June 12

2 years 3 months ago
SPRINGFIELD – State Treasurer Michael Frerichs is encouraging young Illinois photographers to submit photos for the 2023 Cream of the Crop Photo Contest so they can be eligible to receive scholarship prize money. The contest, for students ages 8 to 18, offers an opportunity for young people to display their skills and imagination to highlight agriculture in our state. The Treasurer’s Office is accepting electronic submissions for the contest until the entry deadline of June 12. Bright Start scholarship funds will be awarded to the top winners in each of the three age categories. First-place winners will receive $1,000, second-place winners will receive $500, and third-place winners will receive $250. “Our 2023 Cream of the Crop Photo Contest provides a great way for students to showcase their creativity and to help others appreciate the strength, diversity, and beauty of Illinois’ rich agricultural landscape,” Frerichs said. “We encourage all

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Missing St. Louis County man last seen driving a U-Haul

2 years 3 months ago
An Endangered Person Advisory has been issued for a St. Louis County man. Tristan Baumer, 25, was last seen Thursday driving a U-Haul truck. He left after an argument with some family members, has mental disabilities, and may be armed with a kitchen knife.
Joe Millitzer

Belt Secures Tax Credits And Exemptions For Aircraft Engines, EV Manufacturers

2 years 3 months ago
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois State Senate passed a revenue package Wednesday containing a number of tax credits and tax emptions, including two measures championed by State Senator Christopher Belt that provide tax incentives to electric vehicle manufacturers and aircraft engine suppliers and manufacturers. “The electric vehicle industry showcases the potential for the future of our state,” said Belt (D-Swansea). “Not only do these measures incentivize growth of the electric vehicle and aircraft engine industries, but also it will drive economic prosperity in Illinois while reinforcing the state’s commitment to fostering a sustainable business environment.” The Aircraft Engine Sales Tax Exemption exempts materials, parts and equipment used in the modification, replacement, repair and maintenance of aircraft engines from sales tax. Belt, as chair of the Senate Appropriations-Public Safety and Infrastructure Committee, was actively involved in budget

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Katie’s Pizza & Pasta Is a Stylish and Delicious Addition to Ballpark Village

2 years 3 months ago
Outside the new Ballpark Village location of Katie’s Pizza & Pasta Osteria (751 Clark Street, katiespizzaandpasta.com) it’s a sea of red with St. Louis Cardinals logos and baseball scenery as far as the eye can see. The stadium sits just a stone’s throw across Clark Street, and the Stan Musial statue — Cardinal Nation’s universal meet-up point keeps watch over jersey-clad passers-by.
Cheryl Baehr