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Family Caught in the Middle of Gardner Contempt Hearing Speaks Out

2 years 6 months ago
The imbroglio at the Circuit Attorney’s Office that led to no one showing up to prosecute a high-profile murder case has victim Brandon Scott’s family caught up in the middle. Several of them expressed frustration with city prosecutors outside the courtroom this morning after the trial of one of Scott's alleged killers was pushed back until June. Scott, 29, was killed in September 2021 on the Arch grounds in what his family says was an act of random road rage.
Ryan Krull

"Happiness Is Key To Long Life:" Jerseyville Manor Woman Marks 100th Birthday

2 years 6 months ago
JERSEYVILLE - Bea Weaver is still going strong as she just turned 100 years old. Recently, her family and friends had a special day for Bea at Jerseyville Manor. "Bea celebrated her special day at Jerseyville Manor hosting an open house with more than 50 guests," Jerseyville Manor officials said. Bea was asked an important question on what is the secret to such longevity. She responded with one word: "Happiness." Jerseyville Manor officials closed by saying, "100 never looked so good! Congrats to Bea on becoming our most recent centenarian."

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Daily Deal: Ableton Music Production Mastery Bundle

2 years 6 months ago
The Ableton Music Production Mastery Bundle has 7 courses that will help you learn all about producing your own music. Courses cover recording, warping, editing, audio effects, DJing techniques and more. It’s on sale for $30. Note: The Techdirt Deals Store is powered and curated by StackCommerce. A portion of all sales from Techdirt Deals […]
Gretchen Heckmann

Remote work is bad news for junior workers, especially women

2 years 6 months ago
In news that should surprise no one who's ever worked in an office, new research suggests that remote work is fine for experienced workers but bad for new workers. The reason is pretty obvious: Senior workers already know how to do their jobs and are slowed down by fielding annoying questions from junior workers. For ...continue reading "Remote work is bad news for junior workers, especially women"
Kevin Drum

Work Enters Final Restoration Stages For Old Alton Post Office Location On Belle Street

2 years 6 months ago
ALTON - Workers are visible each day at the old Alton Post Office location on Belle Street with the site restoration in its final stages. Brian Bretsch, a spokesperson for Ameren Illinois, who owns the property, made this statement about the present work: "Following Illinois American Water's sewer and water line improvements along Belle Street, Ameren is now finishing final site restoration and grading at the former Alton manufactured gas plant site in preparation for sale and/or beneficial re-use for the community. "The property was recently divided into two parcels to support development, while also allowing for an easement so Illinois American Water can access and maintain the Piasa sewer that bisects the site."

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