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Mississippi Earthtones Festival Returns To Alton Amphitheater

3 months 1 week ago
ALTON — Alton Main Street, the Sierra Club Illinois’ Three Rivers Project, and Jacoby Arts Center are excited to announce the return of the Mississippi Earthtones Festival, taking place at the Alton Amphitheater on Saturday, September 20th, from noon to 10:00 p.m. This beloved event draws approximately 5,000 community members and visitors to Downtown Alton to celebrate the river through art, music, and conservation efforts. Throughout the day, live performances will fill the air, featuring local musicians and entertainers. Visitors can explore nature-inspired, handcrafted, and eco-friendly wares from local artists. Jacoby Arts Center has curated an engaging lineup of performances and interactive art experiences, and commissioned installations will transform the festival grounds. Booth space is fully booked, hosting over 25 environmental education exhibits, more than 70 eco-conscious artists and makers, and 12 culinary vendors, all dedicated to celebrating our river and

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ICE Is Spending More Time Targeting The Least Dangerous People In America

3 months 1 week ago
The “worst of the worst” ruse was never taken seriously by anyone, least of all those who performatively repeated it to serve as cover for their hatred and bigotry. The mantra means nothing. The same agency that claims it’s doing “God’s work” is going all out to rob the meek of their inheritance. Because there […]
Tim Cushing

Daily Deal: The JavaScript DOM Game Developer Bundle

3 months 1 week ago
The JavaScript DOM Game Developer Bundle has 8 courses to help you master coding fundamentals. Courses cover JavaScript DOM, Coding, HTML 5 Canvas, and more. You’ll learn how to create your own fun, interactive games. It’s on sale for $30. Note: The Techdirt Deals Store is powered and curated by StackCommerce. A portion of all sales from […]
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Red Air Pollution Action Day Called For Multiple Illinois Sectors

3 months 1 week ago
CHICAGO – The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (Illinois EPA) and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) are urging residents to use caution when outdoors because of unhealthy air quality. According to the national Air Quality Index (AQI), air quality values for particulate matter, also known as particle pollution, in multiple Illinois Sectors are higher than anticipated due to impacts from Canadian wildfire smoke, triggering a Red Air Pollution Action Day. The Red Air Pollution Action Day applies to the following Illinois counties: Jo Daviess, Stephenson, Carroll, Whiteside, Rock Island, Mercer, Henry, Bureau, Putnam, Henderson, Warren, Hancock, McDonough, Knox, Stark, Marshall, Peoria, Woodford, Fulton, Tazewell, Winnebago, Boone, Ogle, De Kalb, Lee, La Salle, McHenry, Lake, Kane, DuPage, Cook, Kendall, Will, and Grundy. Additionally, Illinois is downgrading air quality forecasts for Bloomington and Normal (McLean County) from Moderate (Yellow) to Unhealthy

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Miranda Stevens Promoted to Project Director at Holland Construction Services

3 months 1 week ago

Holland Construction Services announced the promotion of Miranda Stevens to project director. Since joining Holland in 2015, Stevens has led a diverse portfolio of work across the education, multifamily, and nonprofit sectors. Projects she directed included: The latter project held special meaning for Stevens as a passionate dog lover and longtime animal welfare advocate. “Miranda […]

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Two From Granite City Charged With Battery Against Pregnant, Elderly Victims

3 months 1 week ago
GRANITE CITY – Domestic battery cases filed against two Granite City residents include a woman accused of battering a pregnant victim and a man charged with attacking an elderly family member. Iraesha J. Oliver, 28, of Granite City, was charged on July 22, 2025 with one count each of aggravated battery (a Class 3 felony) and battery (a Class A misdemeanor). On July 21, 2025, Oliver allegedly caused bodily harm to the victim, who was pregnant at the time of the offense, by striking them about the head with her hands and grabbing the victim’s hair. Oliver’s case was presented by the Granite City Police Department. She was granted pretrial release from custody with additional conditions. Under the conditions of her release, Oliver is ordered to have no contact with and remain at least 500 feet away from the victim in this case at all times. She was also ordered to refrain from entering or remaining at the victim’s residence and cannot possess any firearms while

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“Dear Evan Hansen” at Muny this week

3 months 1 week ago

‘Dear Evan Hansen’ Sends Heartfelt Messages to Muny Audiences by Pat Lindsey    Loneliness hurts. It is painful for people of all ages, but teenagers seem to be the most vulnerable. Evan Hansen is one of those teenagers. In ‘Dear Evan Hansen,’ The Muny is presenting a musical drama that touches on many contemporary topics […]

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