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Region’s chemical industry welcome new investment

3 months ago

This article originally comes from Saint Louis County Community News on April 4th, 2025. The St. Louis region ranks among the top 25 metro areas in the United States for chemical exports, and recent investment in the sector could drive that ranking higher. The bi-state area has more than three times more soap and cleaning compound manufacturing jobs than other […]

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Jersey County Sheriff Manns Promises More Visibility on County Roads

3 months ago
JERSEYVILLE - Jersey County Sheriff’s Office is working on some new initiatives designed to increase interactions with citizens and patrols in certain areas of the county. Jersey Sheriff Nick Manns said: “In particular we are going to increase our presence in the most remote stretches of our county. I wanted to share this information with you so that you know why you are seeing on squad cars on a more frequent basis.” “I also want you to know that as we patrol our county roads late at night, you may see that our squad cars have lashing rear yellow or solid red and blue lights activated. As opposed to the flashing red and blue signifies that we are patrolling in your neighborhood. Not only will you know that it is us, but so will anyone else out on your roads. We hope that is a good thing. “Lastly, if you have not met the Deputy assigned to your particular zone and wish to, please give me a call and we will get someone to you. As always, call with any

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Why Donald Trump's news deluge soured St. Louisans on social media

3 months ago
On the latest episode of the Politically Speaking Hour on St. Louis on the Air, STLPR's Jason Rosenbaum and Sarah Kellogg discuss this year's less robust state budgetary process. Rosenbaum also talks about how he's cut down on social media usage recently — and examines whether Donald Trump's return to the White House prompted people to tune in or tune out more. Texas State University professor Amber Hinsley also joins the show to talk some recent trends around social media and current events.

Alton Police Announce Safety Plans for Upcoming First Responders Springfest

3 months ago
ALTON - The Alton Police Department is proud to support the upcoming Luehrs' Ideal Rides Alton First Responders Springfest, taking place April 11 through April 19, 2025, at the Alton Amphitheater. The Alton Police said this exciting spring carnival is a celebration of community, family, and the dedicated service of our first responders. Uniformed officers from the Alton Police Department will be present during all event hours to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all who attend. "Our mission is to maintain a safe, welcoming environment so families and guests of all ages can relax and enjoy the festivities," the Alton Police said. To promote a safe and family-friendly atmosphere, the Luehrs’ Ideal Rides’ Parental Escort Policy will be in effect: • All youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult age 21 or older on Fridays and Saturdays during operating hours. • One adult may supervise up to eight minors. • Adults may be asked to show valid government-issued

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Grafton Business "Trees Please" Saves Trees in the Riverbend Region

3 months ago
GRAFTON - Trees Please, a business in Grafton, has a guarantee: With their help, your trees will thrive. Owner Steven Jones started taking care of trees 33 years ago. A self-described “tree doctor,” Jones consults with homeowners and checks the health of declining trees, then gives them a booster shot to improve their health. With his help, homeowners can save their trees rather than cutting them down. “I treat trees for disease,” he explained. “We inject them with an insecticide that’s systemic, goes up through the vascular system, kills the bugs, fertilizes them. The tree, once it’s treated, will flourish after that.” Trees Please charges a $100 consultation fee, but Jones deducts this from the charge if you decide to hire him to treat the tree. He charges anywhere from $75 to $350 to treat a tree, depending on the size and the problem. “It’s cheaper to save them than just to cut them down and have them hauled away,”

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MidAmerica St. Louis Airport eyes International Flights After Project Completion

3 months ago

This article originally ran in KSDK News on April 4, 2025.  Leadership at MidAmerica St. Louis Airport in St. Clair County is eyeing the addition of international flights following completion of a $29.1 million project. Construction began last summer on a new 25,277-square-foot facility, which will allow the airport to process international commercial flights. The facility is to house not […]

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Jasmine Thomas