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Missouri is considered one of the "most dangerous states" for motorcyclists, according to new findings from online insurance company Quote Wizard.

WOOD RIVER - When Oilers fans watch the sidelines of football or basketball games, they will notice senior Stormie Shoemaker, one of the leaders this year for the East Alton-Wood River High School cheerleading squad. Stormie is a Midwest Members Credit Union Female Athlete of the Month for the Oilers. Stormie thanked her coach Alison Beachum for always encouraging her and the other girls. She also said her best friend - Emma Hall - has never let her go through anything alone. “I have gone through a lot within the past year, but I remain very outgoing, and positive, and strive to be a good role model for others around me,” she said. “I have been cheering since I was five. I enjoy the relationships between other teammates, coaches and other cheer teams. There is really nothing like it.” Stormie said cheering has led her to be a more outgoing, social and confident person. “There is a message behind every mistake in cheering, and cheering taught me it’s

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The ramp from northbound I-255 to eastbound I-55/I-70 will be closed from 9 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Monday to accommodate pavement repairing.

Note: This is one of a series of features about artists who will showcase their work at the Edwardsville Art Fair on Sept. 22-24. Avalon Eales of the Edwardsville Arts Center staff provided the information. Artist #1 Name: Melissa Rawson Location: Edwardsville, IL Medium: Ceramics Artist's Statement: “I have been creating pottery for over 20 years. I have developed forms that work with the piece's function and continue to find new forms. I take inspiration from nature and like flowing forms that capture some of what I see around me.” Artist #2 Name: Rhonda Gurgone Location: Palos Park, IL Medium: Jewelry Artist's Statement: “I believe that jewelry that we wear should not only look beautiful but also tell a story. Antique buttons inspire me to make jewelry that is a perfect balance between the old and the new. By combining techniques and materials with contemporary designs, I create a piece that evokes memories and meaning to the

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"I can also promise you will see things you probably didn’t think you would see — make connections you didn’t realize,” said Andréa Purnell, SLAM’s co-curator of the exhibit.

A Tale of Three Restaurants with the Dining Divas   By Lisa Kampeter It was a busy summer for the Dining Divas, but regardless of our active schedules, we had impressive turnouts. The food, the settings, and even the interactions were all different, but what has not changed is that our Dining Divas outings continue […]

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ALTON - Whether you love boating or just want a great breakfast with a river view, Alton Marina has got you covered. The Marina, located at #1 Henry Street, offers leases for boat slips, guest docking, a store, a restaurant, beautiful views and “the nicest, cleanest bathrooms on the river,” promises Rob Honke. “We’ve got a lot of history and a lot of good people out there,” Honke said. He owns Seahorse Ranch Marine, Inc., the company that operates the Marina. “There’s a lot of people that have spent their whole lives and their childhoods on the river, and it shows. You can see it in their faces. You can hear them talk about it. A lot of the people that you meet on the river have been on it their entire lives, since they were kids.” The Marina offers annual and six-month leases for locals. But they also regularly welcome guests, including boaters who are traveling the American Great Loop . This route follows waterways that mak

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A church in St. Louis' Delmar Loop was damaged on Tuesday for the second time in a year.

Elon Musk hired Linda Yaccarino to be “CEO” of exTwitter (despite saying he doesn’t believe in the role of a CEO) because he desperately needed someone who worked well with advertisers to try to lure back some of the many, many, many advertisers who had fled the platform in disgust at what Elon has done […]

A south St. Louis deli stop known locally for its festive vibes and variety of sandwiches recently earned praise from Yelp as the best restaurant in the Midwest.

If you are looking for tickets, there are still some available directly through Ticketmaster.

A Pagedale man who killed a marijuana dealer near St. Louis University this week was shot and critically wounded by the dealer's girlfriend, authorities said.

STAUNTON - A recent donation of training equipment is enhancing preparedness and improving the skills of rural fire departments and their community members. Thanks to a grant from the Small Rural Hospital Improvement Program, Community Hospital of Staunton (CHS) was able to purchase CPR mannequins intended for rural volunteer fire departments. Anderson Hospital EMS Coordinator, Darin Hartman, along with CHS President, Larry Spour, and Past-President, Sue Campbell, presented the equipment during a recent training at the Hamel Fire Department (FD). Responders from Hamel Fire\EMS, New Douglas FPD, Alhambra FPD, Olive FPD and Worden FPD were in attendance. The CPR mannequins will be used by these dedicated volunteers to teach their citizens hand only CPR. CHS’s generosity and support through this donation will undoubtedly enhance preparedness and improve the skills of rural community first responders. The training event also included first responder instruction on various scenarios

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Alexander Reid Ross and organizer Tobita Chow discuss.

EDWARDSVILLE - Calling all parents and guardians! Are you searching for an extraordinary and life-enriching opportunity for your child? Look no further! Boy Scouts (BSA) Troop 216 is actively recruiting new members and inviting young individuals to join our fantastic scouting family. Troop 216 is renowned for its dedication to empowering young individuals with essential life skills, leadership development, and unforgettable adventures. As a Scout-led troop with a rich history and strong adult leadership, we strive to create an environment where young minds can flourish and grow into responsible, capable, and confident leaders of tomorrow. At Troop 216, we believe in the power of hands-on learning and immersive experiences. We host weekly meetings every Monday at 7 pm at First Christian Church in Edwardsville, where scouts engage in exciting activities, collaborate on projects, and forge lasting friendships. Moreover, we guarantee one campout and one activity per month, ensuring that

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CHICAGO – Today, U.S. Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee, spoke at the Department of Justice’s annual Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) National Joint Training Conference. In 2021, President Biden signed Durbin’s VOCA Fix to Sustain the Crime Victims Fund Act into law, which has resulted nearly $1 billion in additional deposits into the Crime Victims Fund established by the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) . The conference provides an opportunity for discussions with VOCA -funded victim assistance and victim compensation state administering agencies. Durbin delivered remarks following an introduction by Director of DOJ OVC Kristina Rose. Key Durbin quotes as prepared for delivery: “VOCA programs and grants provide survivors and their families with the justice and support they deserve, and these services would not be possible without the tireless efforts of leaders like all of you here today.” “State

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