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JERSEYVILLE — A fundraiser has been launched to support Hannah, a local woman critically injured in a car accident on Reddish Road in Jerseyville. The accident left her with multiple severe injuries, including broken limbs, fractured ribs, a collapsed lung, brain bleeds, and a broken back, according to Sonni Dale, who is organizing the GoFundMe campaign. Hannah’s condition remains critical as medical staff continue to monitor her closely. Doctors have placed an intracranial pressure monitor to assess brain swelling and determine further treatment steps. She is currently unable to breathe unaided and has several chest tubes to manage lung complications. Additional concerns include strokes affecting the left side of her brain and a clot in the right artery of her neck. Hannah is a mother of two young daughters, Zadie, who will turn 5 on June 4, and Austyn, 8 months old. The fundraiser aims to assist with the extensive medical expenses she faces, including dental work and facia

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The death of a three-year-old at a Park Hills daycare is now in the hands of the prosecutor as the daycare’s owner continues to operate a separate facility right next door.

ALTON - The Alton Knights of Columbus host six blood drives a year, including one this week. From 1–5 p.m. on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, community members are invited to 1015 Milton Road in Alton to give blood. Richard Ruedin with the Knights of Columbus noted that the need for blood is urgent, especially as summer approaches and donation rates drop. “Come out and give blood,” Ruedin said. “It’s really critical now during the summer period. The need for blood will be even more because everybody’s on vacation, traveling, and donations are really low at this time of year. So please come out and help your community.” You can sign up online for a time slot to donate blood or simply walk in from 1–5 p.m. on Wednesday. Ruedin said they “really could use some walk-ins,” and he hopes many people come out. As an organization, the Knights of Columbus try to organize up to six blood drives every year. The group recognizes

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The American Red Cross has opened its fifth shelter location in St. Louis.

From The Intelligencer:  It’s a busy summer construction season across Edwardsville District 7, including at Edwardsville High School. The school’s main office will be closed for the whole summer, according to a news release from the district. The office can still be reached at 618-656-7100. Commons: An 8,000-square-foot expansion of Edwardsville High School’s commons is well underway […]

From St. Louis Magazine:  Last week, 34 staffers from the Missouri Botanical Garden, Great Rivers Greenway, and Forest ReLeaf convened to clear out the trees uprooted and broken by the May 16 tornado in two North City parks. It’s a tough job that’s even harder when you really love trees. “It’s just heartbreaking because, as […]

ALTON – OSF HealthCare Rehabilitation Services in Alton will be holding its monthly lymphedema education meeting on Thursday, June 5. Riverbend region residents are invited to join the OSF Lymphedema Therapy Team for this free educational session about lymphedema and meet other people with lymphedema. The June lymphedema education meeting, which will focus on the topic of “What is Lymphedema,”will be held: Thursday, June 5, 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. OSF HealthCare Rehabilitation Services 228 Alton Square Mall, Alton, IL Enter the Rehab office from the upper mall parking lot, facing Alby Street, under the "OSF HEALTHCARE" sign Interested individuals should direct questions or requests for additional information to OSF Rehabilitation Services at (618) 463-5171. Lymphedema refers to tissue swelling caused by an accumulation of fluid that is usually drained by the body's lymphatic system. Some lymphedema facts include: It most commonly affects

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ALTON - Sherri and David Henson are celebrating 40 years of blissful marriage. The couple's wedding anniversary was on Sunday, June 1, 2025. The pair met in ninth grade at East Junior High School where David asked Sherri to “go steady” and they have been inseparable ever since. They attribute their long, happy marriage to laughing together often, approaching life as a team, and always supporting each other’s endeavors. The Hensons have three adult children (Abram, Adrianna, and Kain), one grandchild (Gabriel) and a second grandchild on the way. They are immensely proud of the family they’ve created and the life they’ve built. Sherri is the Director of Clinical Services at Alton Memorial Hospital and David is the owner and president of Environmental Resources, Inc. in Wood River. Sherri and David are commemorating their milestone anniversary with a series of getaway trips to Charleston, New Mexico, and Lake Tahoe. Their children are also hosting an intimate

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From AARP:  Pedestrian deaths have been on the rise, increasing by 72 percent between 2010 and 2021. Among the 42,939 people killed in traffic crashes in 2021, 7,388 (17 percent) were pedestrians. And pedestrians 65 and older face a higher risk of death from traffic crashes. This report reviews data from the AARP Livability Index™ […]

COLLINSVILLE – The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced that a full closure of Interstate 55/70 northbound/eastbound between Illinois 157 and Illinois 159 in Madison County will start, weather permitting, at 9 p.m. Friday, June 13, for bridge repairs. The closure is expected to remain in place for 17 calendar days. During that time, motorists should follow the marked detour as follows: Northbound/eastbound I-55/70: Take I-255 northbound to I-270 eastbound to reconnect with I-55 northbound, I-70 eastbound, or I-55/70 southbound/westbound. All lanes are scheduled to reopen by 5 a.m. Monday, June 30. Motorists should allow extra travel time for trips, especially during the first few days of the closure, and pay attention to additional signage on the marked detour route. Drivers are encouraged to use alternate routes, and are urged to reduce speed, be alert for changing conditions, obey all construction signage, and refrain from using mobile devices

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From The Webster-Kirkwood Times:  Bulejski, James “Jim” Michael, 64, of Webster Groves, passed away on May 21, 2025, after a courageous fight with cancer. Jim grew up in Florissant, Missouri, and graduated from McCluer North High School in 1979. He went on to attend Kansas State University to study architecture. After graduating, he began a successful […]

ATLANTA - The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is reminding small businesses and private nonprofits (PNP) organizations of the June 30 deadline to apply for low interest federal disaster loans to offset economic losses caused by a tornado occurring July 14-15, 2024. The disaster declaration covers the Illinois counties of Bureau, LaSalle, Marshall, Peoria, Putnam, Stark and Woodford. Under this declaration, the SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program is available to eligible small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, nurseries, and PNPs with financial losses directly related to this disaster. The SBA is unable to provide disaster loans to agricultural producers, farmers, or ranchers, except for aquaculture enterprises. EIDLs are available for working capital needs caused by the disaster and are available even if the small business or PNP did not suffer any physical damage. The loans may be used to pay fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable, an

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GRANITE CITY – Granite City Community Unit School District #9 announced enrollment and registration is now open for the 2025-26 school year. Families can register by using your SKYWARD account, and will have to make a designation to receive bus transportation. For all NEW enrollments, visit our Enrollment/Registration website for required documents prior to visiting our enrollment center. In accordance with enrollment and registration requirements, families currently restricted from accessing the Online Registration option will soon receive further instructions to complete the registration process. James J. Greenwald Administration Building 3200 Maryville Road Granite City, IL 62040 Admin Office Hours: Monday through Thursday: 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Friday: 7 a.m.-Noon Enrollment Office Hours: Monday through Thursday: 7 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Friday: 7-11 a.m. Students will not be allowed to attend school on the first day if not registered or enrolled.

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From NextSTL: DeSales Community Development plans a mixed-use development at Virginia and Eiler in the Carondelet neighborhood called Virginia Plaza. It aims to provide mixed-income housing, commercial space, and amenities for the community. It is a combination of rehabs and new construction. The architect is Naismith-Allen Inc. The general contractor is Roanoke Construction. Project website. DeSales submitted a zoning-only […]

ALTON – Now that school’s out, there’s no doubt a variety of activities that can fill a junior high student’s calendar to stay occupied during the summer. We’ll find them on the athletic fields, around the pool or on a beach, maybe even exploring current or new hobbies. Maybe not so surprisingly, one area of focus that many junior high/middle school-aged students begin turning their interest to is career exploration. While it's not uncommon for career exploration to begin in high school, experts now recognize that junior high/middle school is a more suitable time to begin discovering career passions and interests. This allows students to engage in exploration with less stress and a greater openness to different possibilities. With the goal of assisting Riverbend region junior high/middle school students with an interest in a health care career, OSF Saint Anthony’s Health Center will be sponsoring its first-ever Health Care Camp for Riverbend

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From St. Louis Post Dispatch: The ever-curious and witty husband, father, attorney, and community leader SHERWOOD JEROME PRATTER (Jerry) passed away in St. Louis on May 20 after a long illness. He was 83. Jerry was born in Buffalo, NY. He was the first son of a hard-working immigrant father, Carl, a pharmacist and founder […]

All aboard! The Riverboats at the Gateway Arch provide an unparalleled experience on the Mississippi River. The one-hour St. Louis Riverfront Cruise is narrated by a captain from the National […]

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A giant photo of Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler is currently on display at the Sunset Marquee in Los Angeles, and it’s hoping to raise awareness of Tyler’s charity Janie’s Fund.From now until…

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Gov. Mike Kehoe’s policy director said a new formula for funding public schools should align with levels $300 million behind the legislature’s recommendations.