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Gov. Pritzker Announces $40 Million Grant Opportunity To Develop Megasites

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CHICAGO — Governor Pritzker today joined state and local leaders, along with the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), the Chicago Neighborhood Initiatives (CNI), and Intersect Illinois in Pullman to announce $40 million in Rebuild Illinois Capital Funds to supercharge the development of megasites – large, developed sites ready for occupancy for manufacturers, distribution centers, industrial centers, and more. The competitive grant opportunity is open to governments, private businesses, or non-profits to support site development in order to attract large-scale industrial investments in underutilized areas and former industrial sites. “Major job creators are consistently looking for investment-ready sites they can get up-and-running in a short amount of time – and Illinois is home to some of the largest such sites in the country, all ripe for fresh development,” said Governor JB Pritzker . “The new Megasites Investment Program

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Alton Sewer Seperation Project Continues - Road Closure Update

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ALTON - Work on the sewer separation project continues throughout the Alton area. Here is an update on road closures. Piasa Valley Area: 9 th Street remains closed to thru traffic from Alton Street east to George Street. Pavement restoration is ongoing and should be completed in the coming weeks. Belle Street sewer work has moved north of the intersection of 7 th Street. 7 th Street east of Belle Street is partially restored, with some restoration work to continue in the coming weeks. Additional work will be completed west of Belle Street on 7 th street in the coming weeks. Final pavement restoration in this area will follow. Sewer work is progressing around the intersection of 9 th and Belle Streets. Starting Monday, 2/6/2023, a sewer crew will be moving north up 9 th Street. This will close the intersection of 9 th /Hamilton, meaning any southbound traffic on 9 th Street will need to use Madison (20 th Street) or State Street to navigate around the work area.

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Alton Police Investigate Early Morning Disturbance on Pearl Street

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ALTON - At 4:13 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 5, 2023, Alton Police responded to a disturbance in the 900 block of Pearl Street in Alton. The female resident advised that a male, whom she has children with, broke into her residence. Alton Police Chief Jarrett Ford said during the disturbance, a handgun was discharged inside the residence. "The female was able to exit the residence and was transported to a local hospital for treatment of injuries sustained during the altercation," he said. "Her injuries were not as a result of the firearm being discharged. Officers were initially uncertain as to whether the male subject was still inside the residence. After taking appropriate safety precautions, they were able to determine that the male had left the residence prior to their initial arrival. "Further scene investigation located evidence to substantiate the report of gunshots being fired. Efforts to locate the male subject have been made but he has not been located at this time." The investigation

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L&C Vets Club Teaming Up With KLOU 103.3 For Blood Drive, Feb. 6

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GODFREY –The Lewis and Clark Community College Veterans Club will host an American Red Cross Blood Drive from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday, Feb. 6, in the Leclaire Room on the college’s N.O. Nelson Campus in Edwardsville. “We are proud to be joining forces with the American Red Cross and radio station KLOU Radio 103.3 on this community blood drive,” said L&C Director of Career and Veteran Services Terry Lane. “By taking part in this opportunity to help others, you just might save a life. Please make an effort to attend, and please share this information with your family and friends.” KLOU Radio hosts Billy Greenwood and Judy Diamond are having a friendly competition to see which one of them can collect more blood. Donors get to decide! And – Billy will be doing a live remote from the drive from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. To schedule an appointment, go to www.redcrossblood.org and enter Sponsor Code: Team Billy or Team Judy or call 800-RED CROSS (800-733-2767).

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Centerstone To Host Free Substance Use Levels Of Care: A Recovery Journey Webinar

2 years 9 months ago
ALTON - Centerstone, a national leader in behavioral health care, will host the free Substance Use Levels of Care: A Recovery Journey webinar on Tuesday, February 28 from noon to 1 p.m. CT. This training has 1 hour of continuing education (CEUs) approved for IL LCPC / LPC, IL LCSW / LSW, and IL Nursing (LPN, RN, APN) under IDFPR Professional Counselor CE License No. 197.000263 and IDFPR Nurse CE Sponsor License No. 236.000184. This virtual webinar will explore the topic of substance use treatment and its various levels of care. Participants will have the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the different levels of care and how to apply them in real-world scenarios. Additionally, the webinar will explore the benefits of early intervention and the components of an effective recovery journey. The focus will be on providing a comprehensive and individualized approach to substance use treatment, and attendees will learn how to develop strategies for referring clients to the

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GU's Factory Theatre Auditions For James And The Giant Peach Open To The Public

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GREENVILLE - Anyone in the Greenville area with a love of acting and community theatre is invited to audition for the Factory Theatre’s spring production of James and the Giant Peach. Auditions will be held from 5-7 pm on Monday, February 6, at GU’s Factory Theatre/Kelsey Building (401 E. Harris Ave, Greenville, IL). Auditions are open to community members in Greenville and the surrounding area and Greenville University students. Must be 16 or older. Community members must provide their own transportation to the theatre. Audition Components: The song of the auditionee’s choice must be no longer than 3 minutes. The song should showcase the singer’s voice and style. 1-minute monologue Cold reading—various parts from the show Simple dance combinations that will be taught at the rehearsal Production: James and the Giant Peach Based on Roald Dahl’s book of the same name, James and the Giant Peach is a whimsical, magical, and slightly offbea

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