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Budget Follies: The Endgame

2 years 8 months ago
Today on TAP: Expect the government to shut down, McCarthy to lose his Speakership, and some renegade Republicans to eventually support a discharge petition.
Robert Kuttner

New SIUE Mural Coming To Downtown Edwardsville

2 years 8 months ago
EDWARDSVILLE - A new mural with an SIUE-inspired design is coming to downtown Edwardsville in the next few weeks. The Edwardsville City Council approved a sign variance on Tuesday for the mural, which is set to be painted on the south-facing wall of the former Goshen Butcher Shop at 246 N. Main St., near the Wildey Theatre. The mural would measure 100 feet wide and 10 feet tall and serve as a “visual cue and landmark for the university in downtown Edwardsville,” according to the project description portion of the variance. Alderwoman Elizabeth Grant said at Tuesday’s meeting that the university wants to have a greater presence in downtown Edwardsville, noting the new mural will serve as an “Instagram-worthy” photo backdrop. Mayor Art Risavy voiced his support of the project and the city’s ongoing relationship with the university. “It's been no secret that since I became Mayor, my goal has been to have a better relationship with SIUE

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‘Trying to set the example’: Wentzville GM strike enters its second week

2 years 8 months ago

WENTZVILLE — Adam Purfeerst has been standing along the edge of Highway A in Wentzville for hours, lifting his picket sign and waving to passing drivers, whose staccato honks and loud blares punctuate the Thursday afternoon.  “We’re fighting for the working class in general,” said Purfeest, a General Motors assembly line worker for the last […]

The post ‘Trying to set the example’: Wentzville GM strike enters its second week appeared first on Missouri Independent.

Clara Bates

Madison County Republicans To Host Petition Signing Event

2 years 8 months ago
ALTON - State Representative Amy Elik invites the community to help her and other Madison County Republicans by attending a petition signing event this Saturday, Sept. 23. Elik and her fellow candidates will be at Piasa Armory, located at 3685 E. Broadway in Alton, from 10 a.m. to noon. They are collecting signatures in order to be included on the ballot for the general primary election on Tuesday, March 19, 2024. “This is just the first step to get good Republican candidates on the ballot,” Elik said. “It is vitally important that we keep developing and identifying and recruiting good Republican candidates in Madison County.” In addition to Elik, who represents the 111th District in the Illinois House of Representatives, the other candidates at Saturday’s event will include Chris Slusser for Madison County Board Chairman; Nick Novacich for Coroner; David Michael for Auditor; Tom Haine for State’s Attorney; and Tom McRae for Circuit Clerk.

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Illinois Departments Of Agriculture And Labor Highlight National Farm Safety Week, September 18 - 22

2 years 8 months ago
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As Illinois and the nation approach the fall harvest season, the Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) and Labor (IDOL) is encouraging farmers to stay vigilant and safe during this year's harvest. Governor Pritzker has proclaimed National Farm Safety and Health Week in Illinois the week of September 18-22, 2023. “Bringing awareness to the general risks associated with day-to-day operations on Illinois farms and our state’s leading industry is something I understand firsthand,” said Jerry Costello II, Illinois Department of Agriculture Director. “Illinois farmers face the enormous task of ensuring that Illinoisans and Americans alike have sustainable access to fresh and healthy foods. The safety and health of our farmers and farm workers is and must continue to be a leading priority.” Data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics continues to show that the agriculture sector is one of the most dangerous in America, with th

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White House, States Try To Convince Supreme Court In Jawboning Case

2 years 8 months ago
As we noted last week, the Supreme Court put on hold the injunction issued by the 5th Circuit regarding the administration’s efforts to influence how social media companies deal with misinformation. As you’ll recall, Louisiana and Missouri and a variety of nonsense peddlers all sued the Biden administration, claiming that their 1st Amendment rights were […]
Mike Masnick

Daily Deal: Adam Elements Mag 3 Magnetic 3-in-1 Foldable Travel Charging Station

2 years 8 months ago
Charge more devices while saving space with Adam Element’s Mag 3 Magnetic 3-in-1 Foldable Travel Charging Station. This charging station replenishes your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods in one shot. The foldable design minimizes the size for storage and traveling, while the included USB-C charging cable supports up to 15W of power. Charging both vertically […]
Gretchen Heckmann