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Coloring STL

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St. Louis is a kaleidoscope of architecture, filled with structures of every age, shape, and size. In Coloring STL, Missouri History Museum visitors will interact with these fascinating buildings in

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Alton Committee of the Whole Approves Street Improvements, Demolitions

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ALTON - The Alton Committee of the Whole passed several resolutions at the meeting on Monday, Jan. 23, including Main Street improvements, property demolitions, and more. The committee passed a resolution authorizing the following sections of Main Street to be improved under the Illinois Highway Code: from Hillcrest Avenue to College Avenue, from Logan Street to 9th Street, and from Illinois Route 140/111 to the south of Alton Commerce Parkway. Several property demolitions were also approved at Monday night’s meeting, including 919 Pearl St., 1417 Thorpe St., 2128 Seminary St., 1209-1211 East 6th St., 303 Harriett St., 242 Madison Ave., and 2104 Hickory St. Committee members also unanimously approved two requests to sell and/or serve alcohol at two events: the Alton Little Theater, Inc.’s Frank Sinatra Tribute Concert Fundraiser and the Alton Athletic Association’s Music Trivia Fundraiser. The council also briefly discussed the city’s use of American

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Why an Overly Detailed Safety Plan Can Be a Liability

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From Construction Dive:  Ensuring your company’s safety program is set up to protect you when facing a potential OSHA fine is a challenging needle to thread. That was the message from a group of panelists highlighting “The Good, the Bad and the Ugly” of contractors’ safety programs during the Associated General Contractors of America’s health and […]
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MELHS Robotics Program Receives $30,000 Grant

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From RiverBender: Metro-East Lutheran High School has received a $30,000 grant to support its growing robotics program. The funds were awarded by an Oregon-based foundation that supports Christian educational opportunities and will allow MELHS to continue to grow its STEM programming. The robotics team plans to use the grant money to purchase equipment such as updated […]
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Fireside Financial Paid Millions for Bayer Site in Creve Coeur

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From St. Louis Business Journal: A private equity firm paid millions of dollars for part of the Bayer campus in Creve Coeur, newly available records show. An entity tied to Edwardsville-based Fireside Financial, 10300 Olive LLC, paid Bayer $5.5 million for the site, at 10300 Olive Blvd., St. Louis County records say. The deal, announced in […]
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How Infrastructure Dollars Can Build Inclusive Workforce

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From Brookings: The U.S. currently faces a once-in-a-generation window to invest in infrastructure and expand economic opportunity. With the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) of 2021, the federal government directed unprecedented levels of funding to improve the country’s transportation, water, energy, and broadband systems, in addition to addressing a variety of climate needs. Now, […]
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MO State-Run Opioid Monitoring Program Ready to Launch

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From St. Louis Post- Dispatch:  After years of Republican resistance, Missouri is set to finally launch a statewide prescription drug monitoring program. According to a contract inked earlier this month, the state will pay a medical technology company $1.4 million to operate the program, which is designed to curb opioid addiction. Kentucky-based Bamboo Health, which […]
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Mold Removal, Repairs Completed at Rock Fire’s House 3

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From Leader Publications: The Rock Community Fire Protection District has reopened House 3 after temporarily closing it to remove mold and complete other repair projects. Chief Kevin Wingbermuehle said crews again started working out of House 3 at 3540 Lonedell Road west of Arnold on Jan. 13. It had closed on Nov. 7. “I am very […]
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Miriam Wali-Uddein Receives MLK Student Leadership award At Blackburn College

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CARLINVILLE, IL - Miriam (Mim) Wali-Uddin, a senior Justice Administration major from Jacksonville, IL, is the recipient of Blackburn College’s 2023 Martin Luther King (MLK) Student Leadership Award. Presented annually, this award honors students who have demonstrated outstanding commitment and service to the ideals of diversity, equity, and inclusion at the College. Wali-Uddin was announced as the award recipient during Blackburn’s annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Convocation this month. Wali-Uddin was surprised but honored to be recognized for her leadership on campus. “I am grateful for this award,“ she said. “I do what I do on this campus because I want everyone to feel welcome at Blackburn and a valuable member of this community. While I don’t do this for recognition, I’m so happy to know that I’m making a difference.” On campus, Wali-Uddin serves as president of the Student Senate, advocating and elevating the voices of students

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Jacoby Arts Center Opening New Exhibit, Love Letter To Jacoby: Mementos Of A Landmark

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ALTON - Jacoby Arts Center brings you a visual experience of the history, architecture, and design of the Jacoby building. Please join us for our first exhibit of 2023, “Love Letter to Jacoby: Mementos of a Landmark. This exhibit is showing from Feb 1, 2023, to Mar 18, 2023, and spans not only 1 but 2 First Friday Events. This Exhibit is a collaboration of two local artists, Jenna Muscarella and Michael Snider, who have dedicated a large amount of their adult lives to preserving the past and “improving quality of life through creating meaningful, memorable works of art that engage the viewer, facilitate thought, and inspire ” says Michael Snider. Jenna Muscarella believes, “This exhibit not only belongs to Jacoby but anyone involved and inspired by the building over the years.” Showing : February 1, 2023 - March 18, 2023 Opening Reception : Feb. 3, During First Fridays, 6-8 p.m. “Last Look” Reception : March 3, During First Fridays, 6-8

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Solar Expected to See Demand Boom From IRA in 2023

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From Utility Dive: n 2022, every segment of the solar industry but residential saw year-over-year declines in installed capacity growth as the industry struggled with the effects of various state policy decisions and ongoing global supply chain disruptions. Experts say the industry will continue to be dogged by trade barrier and supply-chain headwinds in 2023, but are optimistic […]
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