BELLEVILLE - After unveiling updates made to the Belleville Transit Center in June as part of the “Transit Stop Transformation” project, the St. Clair County Transit District today celebrated the completion of an additional $348,000 in upgrades at the highly utilized station, located at 718 Scheel Street in Belleville. The improvements, which include rider amenities and office space, were made possible through an IDOT Capital Grant and local sales tax funding. A celebration got underway at 7:30 a.m., featuring an open house for riders and area residents to explore the newly revamped 2,352 square-feet of space, while enjoying beverages and sweet treats. A ribbon cutting ceremony was also held, and formal remarks were made by City of Belleville Mayor Patty Gregory and representatives from St. Clair County Transit, Chestnut Health Services and Citizens for Modern Transit. The upgrades include two, fully renovated public restrooms; refreshed lobby space, featuring décor,
GREENVILLE, IL - Kaufmann Hall, the new residence hall under construction on Greenville University’s campus, is named in honor of Dr. M. Kenneth Kaufmann and family. It only seems fitting to name the new building that will house 246 students after the man who offered up space in his own home to many students who needed it. Most GU alumni from 1959 to 2000 recall Dr. Kenneth Kaufmann (Class of 1949) as Greenville College’s physician, husband to Stella (Butcher ’54), and father to seven children, six who attended GU. He also taught health and science classes at the institution. Over the years, he and his family opened their home to at least 24 students, a gesture that helped his young house guests afford college. Jerry Britt, a 1983 alumnus, stayed with the Kaufmanns during his sophomore year and remembers his time there fondly. He says they treated any student who lived with them like family. “Dr. Kaufmann was a successful doctor, but a down-to-earth guy
ST. LOUIS, Mo. - Family and friends are remembering the life of Jean Kuczka today. There was a public visitation for the 61-year-old teacher who was killed in last Monday's school shooting. The funeral service is being held at the Cathedral Basilica in the Central West End. Alexandria Bell, 15, was also killed in Monday's [...]
An 18-year-old from Jefferson County was indicted earlier this month in federal court for allegedly selling cocaine and firearms via Instagram. Donye "El Baggo" Peace faces four charges, including distribution of cocaine and unlicensed firearms trafficking. According to a statement from the U.S. Attorney's Office, three other men are charged in connection to the operation.
From the owner of Three Kings Public House and culinary stars Andrew Cisneros and Marcos Godines, the new restaurant offers approachable Latin American fare in a family-friendly environment.
From the owner of Three Kings Public House and culinary stars Andrew Cisneros and Marcos Godines, the new restaurant offers approachable Latin American fare in a family-friendly environment.
Red Hot Chili Peppers channeled their anarchist cheerleader energy over the weekend for a live cover of Nirvana's "Smells Like Teen Spirit." The "Californication" outfit rocked the grunge classic Saturday during…
Coinciding with Halloween, an eerie new lyric video for "Bogey Man," an archival solo song by late Who bassist John Entwistle, has premiered on the Deko Entertainment label's official YouTube channel.…
John Mellencamp has released a rare track called "Smart Guys" from the sessions for his classic 1985 album Scarecrow as an advance track from the upcoming deluxe reissue of the record.…
1972 Fischer/Spassky: The Match, its Origin, and Influence celebrates the 50th anniversary of the American Robert “Bobby” Fischer’s historic win over the Russian Boris Spassky in the legendary 1972 World
Monte Chambers, spokesperson for the St. Louis Department of Public Safety, says the department wants the public to enjoy Halloween trick-or-treating and various other public activities but “be aware of your surroundings.”
When I was rearranging my kitchen gadgets, I ran onto these that I use with varying frequency. Still, I like to know they’re available when needed, that is, if I can find them in the doo-dad drawer. If you have some favorite kitchen utensils, drop us a line. Lemon Squeezer Bench Scraper Garlic Press Anthony...
DELPHI, Ind. -- It’s a development loved ones of Libby German and Abby Williams have long prayed for: charges filed in connection to the Delphi murder investigation. Indiana State Police announced Richard Allen, 50, of Delphi, was charged with two counts of murder during a news conference Monday. Investigators provided little details besides the arrest [...]
It’s fall again, meaning shorter days, cooler temperatures, and open enrollment for Affordable Care Act marketplace insurance — sign-ups begin this week for coverage that starts Jan. 1, 2023. Even though much of the coverage stays the same from year to year, there are a few upcoming changes that consumers should note this fall, especiallyContinue reading "Enrollment for marketplace health plans is opening; here’s what you need to know"
It’s fall again, meaning shorter days, cooler temperatures, and open enrollment for Affordable Care Act marketplace insurance — sign-ups begin this week for coverage that starts Jan. 1, 2023. Even …
Celebrate the life and work of Dr. Jane Goodall, who braved the unknown to provide a remarkable window into humankind’s closest living relatives – chimpanzees. On Oct. 7, the
U.S. Rep. Ann Wagner voted against the 'Right to Contraception Act,' while state representative Trish Gunby says she would vote to allow abortion with no limits.