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Trump pauses tariffs on most nations for 90 days, raises taxes on Chinese imports

3 months ago
WASHINGTON (AP) — Facing a global market meltdown, President Donald Trump on Wednesday abruptly backed down on his tariffs on most nations for 90 days, but raised the tax rate on Chinese imports to 125%. It was seemingly an attempt to narrow what had been an unprecedented trade war between the U.S. and most of [...]
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Trump Loyalist Judge Smacks Down Trump Admin Over Blocking The AP

3 months ago
For someone who claims he single-handedly “brought free speech back,” Donald Trump sure spends a lot of time trying to silence speech he doesn’t like. His latest attempt just got demolished by one of his own hand-picked judges, as Judge Trevor McFadden ruled against the administration for its blatantly retaliatory ban of Associated Press reporters […]
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Daily Deal: The 2025 Canva Bundle

3 months ago
The 2025 Canva Bundle has six courses to help you learn about graphic design. From logo design to business cards to branding to bulk content creation, these courses have you covered. It’s on sale for $25. Note: The Techdirt Deals Store is powered and curated by StackCommerce. A portion of all sales from Techdirt Deals […]
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The Riverbend's Ultimate Easter Egg Hunt Guide

3 months ago
RIVERBEND - Hop into Easter fun with an Easter egg hunt! We’ve compiled the ultimate list of Easter egg hunts in the Riverbend, perfect for you and your little bunnies to enjoy. SATURDAY, APRIL 12, 2025 FSS Eggstravaganza Easter Egg Hunt Date : Saturday, April 12, 2025 Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Location: Scott Event Center, Paegelow Street at Scott AFB Cost: Free More info: https://www.riverbender.com/events/details.cfm?seriesid=49360 Wood River Parks and Recreation Easter Egg Hunt Date: Saturday, April 12, 2025 Time: 10–11:30 a.m. Location: Central Park, 633 N. Wood River Avenue in Wood River Cost: Free More info: http://riverbender.com/events/details.cfm?seriesid=49304 Egg-strava-ganza Egg Hunt Date: Saturday, April 12, 2025 Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Location: Bethalto Church of God, 800 East Bethalto Boulevard in Bethalto Cost: Free More info: https://www.riverbender.com/events/details.cfm?seriesid=48971

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Law Enforcement Chase Ends In Crash, Two Arrested In Jersey County

3 months ago
ALTON/JERSEY COUNTY - A man and a woman were apprehended following a vehicle crash that occurred after a police chase that began in Alton and extended into Jersey County on Tuesday night, April 8, 2025. The pursuit initiated in Alton and continued north into Jersey County. According to Jersey County Sheriff Nick Manns, the suspect lost control of the vehicle near a sharp curve on Centennial Road, north of Highway 16, and crashed into a field. After the crash, the male driver exited the vehicle and fled on foot but was apprehended shortly thereafter. The female passenger remained in the car and was also taken into custody at the scene. During the investigation, law enforcement discovered drugs in the vehicle, Manns said. Sheriff Manns confirmed that both individuals were arrested and said that further details regarding the incident would be forthcoming.

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Riverdance returning to Fabulous Fox in St. Louis

3 months ago

International Irish Dance Tour Returns to Fabulous Fox             Riverdance 30 coming to St. Louis May 2-4    Abhann Productions has announced that RIVERDANCE will launch a brand new North American tour in 2025. The new tour, RIVERDANCE 30 – THE NEW GENERATION will visit over 40 cities, including five performances at The Fabulous […]

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Collinsville High School Student Council Earns National Gold Council Of Excellence Honor

3 months ago
COLLINSVILLE – For the 24th consecutive year, Collinsville High School's student council has been named a National Gold Council of Excellence by the National Association of Student Councils. The National Council of Excellence is an award program created by NASC to recognize student councils that maintain strong year-round programs and work to improve their schools and communities through their leadership activities. The award is founded on the four tenets of NASC (Leadership, Service, Engagement and Student Voice) and provides broad recognition for worthy efforts of NASC member councils. A student council must meet a variety of criteria to earn a National Council of Excellence Award. In addition to basic requirements such as a written constitution, regular meetings and a democratic election process, the councils must have demonstrated successful sponsorship and participation in activities such as leadership development and service to the school and community. Student councils

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