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The shelter warned the temps were rising because of the storm-caused power outage.

WOOD RIVER - Wood River Mayor Tom Stalcup announced recently that renovations to the Roundhouse recreation center have been completed, and the new pickleball courts at East End Park are getting plenty of use. The completed renovations to the Roundhouse and bandstand include: A new roof Tuck-pointing New siding New paint Sealed floors These renovations were made to “guarantee our citizens a well-kept and comfortable recreation hall for all to use,” Mayor Stalcup said. The City of Wood River is now accepting reservations to use the newly renovated space at the Roundhouse. To make a reservation, Mayor Stalcup asked residents to call the city’s Parks and Recreation Department at 618-251-3130. Stalcup added that the city’s new pickleball courts are also proving popular, and are “and are “being enjoyed by all getting a good workout while having a good time playing pickleball.” The new pickleball courts are located at the East

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ALTON - YWCA, in conjunction with Scholars on the Rise Tutoring, is again offering free community tutoring sessions on Thursdays July 6 - August 10, 2023, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at YWCA, 304 E Third Street in Alton. The program structure includes Math and Reading instruction for grades K-6, lunch, a fun enrichment activity and a snack. Class sizes are limited to no more than 10 students to maximize learning. In addition, the session is deliberately scheduled after summer school is complete. Content builds upon previous session instruction, so attendance at each session is highly recommended. Sessions are designed to focus on the development of Math and Reading skills as well as social emotional skills. Research shows that students lose approximately 1 to 2 months’ worth of reading and math skills over the summer, with the loss being greater in math than reading. Recent data shows that math scores for 13 year olds are the lowest in decades. The Covid pandemic contributed

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CHICAGO — Today, Governor JB Pritzker announced Atiera Coleman, Ph.D. will join his administration as Chief Diversity Officer. Dr. Coleman is a distinguished social equity leader and scholar committed to creating more equitable environments within organizations. She will officially assume the role on July 17, 2023. “Atiera Coleman brings with her a wealth of experience and accomplishments, and I’m thrilled she is joining my administration to lead Illinois’ equity, inclusion, and diversity efforts,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “Throughout her career, Dr. Coleman has held leadership roles in both non-profit and academic settings, making remarkable contributions that have transformed these institutions into spaces of greater inclusion and equity. I am looking forward to working collaboratively with her to continue making Illinois a more equitable and welcoming state for all.” "I am thrilled to accept the position and eager to join the team t

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Networks of thousands of home-based batteries could be key to a cleaner, more reliable electricity system.

The temperature sizzled to 105 degrees on July 1, 1980, then fell sharply the following day. Relief would be fleeting.

ST. LOUIS -- With more severe storms possible today, there are legitimate safety concerns due to the large number of people expected downtown. Two Major League Baseball games and one Major League Soccer game will have a lot of people outdoors when the storms are expected to sweep through the area. The Cardinals game against [...]

Severe storms tore through the Columbia Lakes subdivision, leaving behind a trail of destruction.

The primary threats associated with these storms include damaging winds, with gusts potentially reaching speeds of up to 70 mph.

ST. LOUIS - Several rounds of strong storms in the St. Louis area have led to widespread power outages. Ameren crews are working to restore power to tens of thousands of customers left in the dark. As of 6 p.m. Saturday, there are around 77,000 Ameren customers without service in Missouri and 81,000 in the [...]

Students at Wash U, SLU and UMSL students express concerns about the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to block President Biden's student loan forgiveness plan.

Reap handled various high-profile prosecutions during his career, which included service as first assistant and 2 stints as acting U.S. attorney.

EDWARDSVILLE - A large tree fell on a home in the 600 block of Roosevelt in Edwardsville, along with several other trees down and power out through much of the city in a storm that struck around 9:44 p.m. Friday. Edwardsville firefighters and public works personnel were dispatched to the scenes, along with Ameren Illinois personnel. Edwardsville Fire Chief James Whiteford said much of the northern part of Edwardsville was without power. Several street lights were also off and much of the city was dark in a tour through the city in the 11 p.m. range Friday. Illinois Route 143 was closed just after Ridgeview because a large tree was over the roadway. There were power lines and tree limbs down across the city of Edwardsville. Granite City and Pontoon Beach also suffered storm damage. Whiteford said the storm was strange because it ripped through in "spotty" fashion around the city and the power outage was substantial.

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The Lee steamed from New Orleans to St. Louis in three days, 18 hours and 20 or so minutes. It remains the standard for the gaudy, dangerous and short reign of the Mississippi River steamboats.

In my 30-year career, cost has always been an issue and concern among employers. As health care costs have increased, it’s become even more top of mind. When I first started in this business, we’d meet with employers’ human resources department to discuss health benefits. Now, the chief financial officers, chief operating officers and chief executive officers are at the table, because health care costs have risen so much. For many, it’s the second or third largest line item on their operating…

Three new studies highlight UnitedHealthcare cost-savings strategies, validating savings methodologies across key programs and confirming the ability to manage savings better than the competition. UnitedHealthcare is engaging third-party firms to help consultants, brokers and employers understand that a total cost of care strategy must extend beyond traditional discount analyses. According to three studies from Wakely Consulting Group, ZS Associates and Santa Barbara Actuaries (SBA), UnitedHealthcare…

If you own a privately held business, it is likely you have received a call from a private equity firm telling you they have specifically targeted you and want to buy your business. You have heard now is a good or even great time to sell. The price they offer seems reasonable or even good. They tell you they pay cash and can finalize the transaction quietly. “It will be quick, easy and fast. No need to shop the deal or talk to your lawyer, of course. We do this all the time.” What should you…