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Daily Deal: Cybersecurity Projects Bundle

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The Cybersecurity Projects Bundle offers a hands-on program featuring five real-world cybersecurity projects, totaling 35 tasks. Participants start with an introductory video for each project, detailing objectives and requirements, followed by task completion that mirrors real cybersecurity challenges. Support from industry professionals ensures personalized feedback and guidance. Upon completing the program, participants gain practical experience, […]
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James Militello's Kindness Remembered By Godfrey Employer, Friends and Family

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GODFREY - James "Jimmy" Militello, a Godfrey resident known for his kindness and warmth, was involved in a fatal automobile accident in Moro Township on Monday, April 7, 2025. The Godfrey Meat Market announced it will close its doors at noon on Saturday, April 12, to allow staff to pay their respects to James "Jimmy" Militello , a beloved employee. He was 21 years old. “James was an excellent employee with the kindest soul,” said Ian Warford, of the Godfrey Meat Market. “You know when someone has a good soul. And James embodied that, no doubt about it.” James' uncle said he was "a loving and caring boy that everyone loved." Militello was born on March 1, 2004. He was described by family and friends as a proud big brother who often shared stories about his siblings. Ian and his wife, Lori, remarked, “James was a really great brother, especially to his baby sister, and a good guy. I think all of us are pretty much in shock over it.” The visitation

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Godfrey Man Dies In Monday, April 7, 2025, Collision In Madison County

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MADISON COUNTY - Authorities are investigating a two-vehicle crash that resulted in serious injuries and one fatality at approximately 5:35 p.m. on Monday, April 7, 2025. The incident occurred at the intersection of Illinois Route 159 and Renken Road. According to preliminary information from the Illinois State Police (ISP) Troop 8, a Black Buick, driven by a 22-year-old female from Collinsville, was traveling westbound on Renken Road when it entered the intersection. ISP said at that moment, a White GMC truck, operated by a 39-year-old male from Dorsey, was heading southbound on Illinois Route 159. For reasons that remain unclear, the Buick was struck on the passenger side by the GMC. The driver of the Buick sustained serious injuries and was subsequently flown to a regional hospital for treatment. A 21-year-old male passenger from Godfrey - James Militello - who was in the Buick, was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the GMC reported no injuries, while a 32-year-old female

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Jersey County Law Firm To Answer Residents' Questions About Property Tax Assessments At Informational Meetings

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JERSEY COUNTY - Jersey County residents are invited to a presentation to learn more about their property tax assessment. Roberts Law, a law firm located in Jerseyville, shared that they have spoken to many people who are “frustrated” by their recent property tax assessment. The presentations, scheduled for Sunday, April 13, and Monday, April 14, 2025, will explain the appeal process and answer questions. “I’ve had a number of calls from people in Jersey County who’ve indicated that they’re frustrated with the level of tax increase that they’re seeing, certainly above normal,” said Jeff Roberts with Roberts Law. “If people want to challenge the tax assessment that they have, they may not know how to go about it, and I wanted to be able to present the procedure to them and be able to answer questions that they might have.” The public information meetings are completely free and open to Jersey County residents. Roberts

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100 Years Ago: Altonians Learn How to Play

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ALTON - The first session of the Recreation Institute in Alton (also referred to as the Play Institute) was held Friday evening, March 20, 1925, at the High School gymnasium. Alton Director of Community Recreation John D. MacWherter introduced John A. Martin, recreational specialist, to the assembled group. Martin worked for the Playground and Recreation Association of America and traveled all over the United States as a recreational consultant. Martin demonstrated active, quiet and musical games so that the attendees could play them and teach them to children. The participants learned games for the playground as well as parlor games and stunts. The Play Institute was held on Monday, Tuesday, and Friday nights at 8 p.m. for three weeks. Seventy-eight people ages 18 to 60 came to the first session, and 125 attended the second. On March 30, a separate Play Institute for the Black residents of Alton (referred to at the time as the “Play Institute for Colored Persons”)

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iMerge Community Center Closes in Alton, Space Available for Lease

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ALTON - iMerge Community Center has officially closed its doors. Located at 200 W. 3rd Street in Alton on the first floor of the Riverbender Building, iMerge was focused on serving tweens and teens. The center was also available for rent for parties and events. Director Brigit Holt expressed her appreciation for the community’s support over the years. “It was a wonderful experience,” she said. “To be able to come back, get to know the community and the youth in it, and to be able to offer them a place to hang out was a blessing, to say the least.” Holt shared that she studied middle school-aged youth in college, and their brain development was always “fascinating” to her. She believes “it’s really important” for tweens to have “healthy and fun spaces” like the community center. John Muller, co-owner of the Riverbender Building, echoed Holt. He expressed his commitment to keeping the first floor space a

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