There are lots of things you can call veteran Cincinnati police officer Ryan Olthaus. Some people called him a racist, after he appeared to flash the “ok” sign (something associated with [but not limited to] white supremacists) at anti-police violence protesters. You can also call him a coward. After all, he couldn’t be bothered to […]
ST. LOUIS, MO. – The United Way of Greater St. Louis’ annual community campaign raised over $67 million dollars to help neighbors across our 16-county region, providing vital funding and support to over 160 local nonprofit partner agencies. The success of the community campaign was announced at the Victory Celebration on Tuesday, November 28 th at CityPark Stadium. Campaign Chair Martin J. Lyons Jr., Chairman, President and CEO of Ameren Corporation, and Co-Chair Scott Hartwig, Regions Commercial Banking leader and market executive for Greater St. Louis, were in attendance as well as other corporate and community leaders who supported the campaign. United Way board member and KMOX host Mike Claiborne kicked off the celebration as the master of ceremonies with keynote addresses coming from United Way President and CEO, Michelle Tucker, Lyons and Hartwig. United Way’s annual community campaign brings together thousands of individuals, companies, unions, and foundations
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (Illinois EPA) is encouraging local governments, community-based nonprofit organizations, and institutions of higher education to pursue an unprecedented federal funding opportunity to address climate challenges and reduce pollution. The Environmental and Climate Justice Community Change Grant Program ( Community Change Grants ), created by the Inflation Reduction Act and administered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA), offers $2 billion in grants in two tracks of funding. Track I, Community-Driven Investments for Change, is expected to award approximately $1.96 billion for 150 projects for $10-20 million each. Track II, Meaningful Engagement for Equitable Governance, is expected to award approximately $40 million for 20 projects for $1-3 million each. Community Change Grants from U.S. EPA may be used for the following types of activities: • Climate resiliency and adaptation. • Mitigating
SPRINGFIELD – U.S. Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), a member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released grant funding to national gas station companies to support their Illinois locations in increasing the availability of domestic biofuel. The funding, awarded from the Higher Blends Infrastructure Incentive Program (HBIIP), was made possible by the Inflation Reduction Act —of which not a single Congressional Republican voted for. “The Inflation Reduction Act provided $500 million to install more dispensers and storage tanks at gas stations so that more drivers can get biofuels locally,” said Durbin. “Ethanol blends reduce carbon emissions and fuel costs. It’s good for Illinois farmers, and it’s good for rural jobs.” “At a time when Big Oil has been profiting off of hardworking Americans, increasing the availability
CHICAGO – Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) today announced $5 million in available grant funding through the Back to Business (B2B) Local Chambers program. Following state recovery programming for businesses totaling $1.5 billion, the latest American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)-funded opportunity is designed to provide additional support for local chambers of commerce that experienced negative economic impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic. “Local chambers of commerce support the small business infrastructure that makes so many Illinois communities great—but like everyone in the small business space, they were hit hard by the effects of the pandemic,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “These grant awards will support entrepreneurs who took a risk to establish a business in uncertain times and deserve a fair shot at contributing to our growing economic recovery.” Local chambers of commerce play a vital
"In light of these challenges, SMS Novel Films has chosen to conduct the beta test in an unnamed neighborhood at a time of our choosing. Rest assured, our on-demand drone app service will remain available citywide.
County Council members, however, saw increases that match with the county's trends for the most part, but none more than Councilwoman Shalonda Webb of unincorporated North County.
The Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr. helped change the world with his iconic “I Have a Dream” speech, delivered during the March on Washington in 1963. And as one of the most notable leaders of the U.S. civil rights movement, the Baptist minister and activist played a key role in the movement for civil and economic equality for African Americans from the mid-1950s until his assassination in 1968.
ALTON - Community members gathered at The Lovejoy for the Alton Main Street appreciation party on Thursday, Jan. 11, 2024. Alton Main Street is an organization that promotes small business and growth in the Alton community. The party recognized volunteers and community partners who have contributed to the organization’s mission. “These supporters have a shared vision for our small business community and make Alton a wonderful place to live, work and visit,” said Chris Miller, a community advocate. Sara McGibany, Alton Main Street’s executive director, thanked attendees for their contributions to Alton. She introduced a few award winners that Alton Main Street chose to recognize for their service and commitment to the community. Robert Hellrung won the Extra Mile Award for the time he spends picking up litter, pulling weeds and championing Alton. Debbie Monroe was named Volunteer of the Year for her community service through Alton Main Street at the
Santana has teamed with Run DMC’s Darryl “DMC” McDaniels for a new song, “Let The Guitar Play,” which reimagines his 2021 release "Song for Cindy." The new take, produced by Lino Nicolosi, Nicolosi Team and Narada Michael Walden,…
The former Ballwin police chief is suing the city, alleging that elected officials conspired to illegally oust him in a "sham hearing" as an act of retaliation.
Marcus Johnson, 40, of Jennings was killed in the stabbing Nov. 9, 2022 in Webster Groves, near Ivory Crockett Park. He died at a hospital after he was found stabbed in the chest by police called to the 100 block…
Wow Fest! As you know from my previous posts, my favorite salad dressing is Basil Vinaigrette made from leaves plucked from my herb garden each summer. But during the holidays, Robin composed this nutty, peanut dressing. The ambrosia was, indeed, fit for the gods. It would make shoe leather taste good. The zippy salad she...
ALTON - As winter continues, iMerge Community Center encourages people to come out and enjoy their various classes and open play nights. Located at 200 W. 3rd Street in Alton, iMerge offers open play nights from 6:30–10 p.m. every Friday night. Kids in fifth through eighth grade can come play for $12. The center also recently introduced classes for all ages, including dance and chocolatiering classes, and they are planning to start an eSports team for kids to compete with other clubs throughout the area. “It’s a community center, and so we would really like to share it with the community,” said Brigit Holt, iMerge executive director. “ keeping in the spirit of a safe space for children, but it’s such a great space. We really think that the whole community should be able to utilize it.” Holt explained that the open play nights encourage kids to get out of the house and spend time together. The center has a rock-climbing wall, karaoke,
Construction for Katie’s Pizza & Pasta Osteria and a Mexican restaurant from the owners of Syberg's will begin at Crestwood Crossing, mixed-use development at Watson and Sappington roads.
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