ALTON/GODFREY - St. Louis Regional Freightway Executive Director Mary Lamie spoke at the most recent North Alton-Godfrey Business Council meeting on May 9, and discussed the ways her organization has worked to help market the advantages of the St. Louis Region. Lamie said seven years ago, metropolitan planning organization East-West Gateway looked at the manufacturing logistics industry in the St. Louis region and recognized that when compared to sister cities like Kansas City, Memphis, Columbus, Nashville, and Minneapolis, those cities had better growth in those industries at the time. She continued by saying the St. Louis region has several strategic and infrastructural advantages, but those other cities were “out-hustling” it with their superior marketing. “Then we looked at our freight assets. St. Louis has six class one railroads. Those are the national rail carriers, and that's a big deal - not one of those sister cities has six,” she said. “Not
Bonnie Raitt has another chance at winning an award for her track “Just Like That.” The tune has been nominated for Song of the Year at the 2023 Americana Honors & Awards. She’s up against Allison…
From West Newsmagazine: A proposal for 131 attached and detached single-family dwellings in Wildwood Town Center is getting some pushback from nearby residents. McBride Berra Land Company LLC has proposed the Crestview development on the north side of Crestview Drive, east of its intersection with Eatherton Road. To accommodate the development, the company is requesting […]
Gross Mechanical has announced personnel changes related to a new five-year strategic plan, as well as a planned relocation of the company’s headquarters. Michael Gross will assume control of the Gross the estimating department. As that transition solidifies, he will eventually oversee estimating, business development, and preconstruction services as the company’s Chief Sales Officer. New […]
From St. Louis Post-Dispatch: State regulators are scrutinizing Brentwood’s cleanup along Deer Creek and the River Des Peres after a bridge demolition in March dumped about 70 cubic yards of construction-grade polystyrene foam into the waters. The Missouri Department of Natural Resources cited Brentwood for violating the Missouri Clean Water Law and expects to issue […]
From St. Louis/Southern Illinois Labor Tribune: Gary Ferguson was 22 years old when he began working on the Weldon Spring Site Remedial Action Project in St. Charles County in the early 1990s. What he was exposed to there would change his life forever. On the site of the current Weldon Spring Conservation Area in St. […]
In the final week of the Missouri legislative session, lawmakers could pass a bill that would return control of the St. Louis Police Department to the state. The state controlled the police department for 152 years until, in 2013, the city regained control. Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas knows state control well. His city is the only in Missouri that’s under state control, and he shares what a state takeover would mean for St. Louis.
ALTON - The Annual Ballin' With A Cop last weekend was once again a way for Alton Police officers to reach out to the younger generation in a positive way. The event was held from noon to 2 p.m. this past Saturday at the YWCA of Alton and featured a great afternoon of basketball, three-point contests, and free-throw contests. "The officers didn’t fare too well against the kids but everyone had a blast," Alton Police Chief Jarrett Ford said. "It was a wonderful event to bring the community together and build good relationships. "Thank you to the Precious Organization, YWCA, Tammy Smith, and all the others who helped put on and participate in this event. We look forward to doing it again."
Missouri lawmakers approved a bill Tuesday that could open the door for high school recruits to earn endorsements, even before they begin their journeys in college athletics.
A last-ditch effort to legalize sports wagering passed the Missouri House on Tuesday but immediately ran against opposition from the senator whose bill was modified to include it. While the House has had no trouble passing sports wagering, identified as a priority by leaders of both parties as the legislative session began, the Senate has […]
EDWARDSVILLE – The City of Edwardsville wants to hear from the public about the best ways to utilize and manage two parks prized by the City as significant green space properties. The City hired HeartLands Conservancy, a Belleville-based conservation nonprofit, last fall to create a management plan for William C. Drda Woods and Richards Woods, two properties acquired as part of Edwardsville’s commitment to preserving and protecting green space. HeartLands has launched a survey seeking input on potential public uses and access for the two properties. The results of the survey and other public input will be considered in the development of the management plan. The Drda Woods property includes about 70 acres previously used as farmland at 5404 New Poag Road. Since 2019, the City and HeartLands have been planting trees to help reforest the property, which is adjacent to the Bohm Woods State Nature Preserve. There are no facilities at the site; preliminary plans call for public
EDWARDSVILLE – Stephen Hansen, PhD, has been a steadfast supporter of Southern Illinois University Edwardsville and the surrounding communities since joining the University in 1984 as associate dean of graduate studies and research and associate professor in the Department of History. Over the course of his career, Hansen has served as dean of graduate studies and research, interim dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, and interim chancellor. Hansen was presented with the Distinguished Service Award this past weekend during SIUE’s commencement ceremonies. The award is bestowed upon individuals who have made a profound impact on the growth of SIUE, in line with its mission, vision and values. “SIUE is where ambition meets opportunity,” Hansen said to the graduating Class of 2023 during the College of Arts and Sciences and School of Engineering commencement ceremony. “It is where you have access to excellence. Thank you for coming and graduating from
ST. LOUIS -- Disney Junior Live is coming to the Fabulous Fox Theatre this fall. Audience members are encouraged to dress up for this show featuring characters from many Disney Junior programs. The St. Louis show is on November 2, 2023, at 6 p.m. Tickets go on-sale to the general public beginning May 12 at [...]
A Big Taste Bank for the Buck I came upon a large, lovely red onion in my kitchen last week and felt compelled to give it a picklin’. The essential ingredient to pickled onions is the onion. You’ll have the other ingredients on hand: vinegar, water, salt, and sugar. Kitchen gladiators might like to kick...
Chicago is celebrating a huge touring milestone. The band is currently on the road, marking their 56th consecutive year of touring. The 10-piece band, which includes founding members Robert Lamm, Lee Loughnane and James Pankow, returned…
JERSEYVILLE - COUNTRY Financial Insurance Agent Nathan Wittman was pleased to support the Jerseyville Fire Department last weekend with a $1,500 donation as part of the company’s “Operation Helping Heroes” program. The funds will be used for additional supplies. “We appreciate our local firemen and thank them for their dedication and commitment to the community,” Wittman said. The “Operation Helping Heroes” program was created in 2015 to support non-profit events and programs that benefit active-duty service members, veterans and their families. Later, the program expanded to include first responders and teachers. COUNTRY Financial, an insurance and financial services company, has donated more than $5 million since 2020 to organizations and programs that support teachers, first responders, active-duty service members and veterans, supporting the company’s vision to “enrich lives in the communities we serve.” COUNTRY
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