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Alton Firefighters Local 1255 Sixth Annual Turkey Giveaway Is Dec. 17

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ALTON - Alton Firefighters Local 1255 will have its Sixth Annual Turkey Giveaway from noon-2 p.m. Saturday, December 17, 2022, at Crisis Food Center at 21 E. Sixth Street in Alton. Alton Fire Department Battalion Chief Derrick Richardson, also a member of Alton Firefighters 1255, said: "We will have a contactless drive-through-only turkey giveaway with vehicles lining up on Market Street, between East Fourth and East Sixth Street heading north and making a right on East Sixth Street, and pulling up in front of our location where we load the trunk. We will give one turkey and one bag of sides, per car on a first come, first serve basis while supplies last. We ask that everyone follow all safety protocols." Richardson continued and said: “We are happy to partner with Crisis Food Center, who are donating the side items and went 50/50 with Local 1255 on purchasing the turkeys. This is an ongoing relationship between the Local and CFC since the first turkey giveaway in 2017. Both organization

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Ballwin Unveils More Improvements for Holloway Park

2 years 9 months ago
From West Magazine:Back at its Feb. 11, 2019, Board of Aldermen meeting, Ballwin revealed an in-depth Parks Master Plan. Top priorities for Holloway Park included the addition of pickleball courts and an updated playground. The specifics of the latter two are coming into reality, based on the board’s Sept. 12, 2022, meeting. Other Holloway Park […]
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Greg Clark Earns Certified Professional Services Marketer Designation

2 years 9 months ago
Greg Clark, creative services manager at Tarlton Corp., a leading St. Louis-based general contracting and construction management firm, has earned the designation of Certified Professional Services Marketer. As a CPSM, he joins a growing number of professionals nationwide to be certified by the Society for Marketing Professional Services, which advocates for, educates and connects leaders […]
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Knoebel Construction hires Denise Korte as Director of Human Resources

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Denise Korte has joined St. Louis-based general contractor, Knoebel Construction, as Director of Human Resources. In this role, Korte works closely with the entire Knoebel team to create a positive, efficient work environment with an emphasis on fostering professional development and growth. To help the firm achieve its overall goals and objectives, she develops and […]
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Elik Hosting Holiday Food Drive - Donations Accepted From Dec. 5 - Dec. 21

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ALTON - State Representative Amy Elik (R-Alton) will be hosting a Holiday Food Drive at her district office in Alton beginning December 5 th -21 st . “The holidays can be an incredibly stressful and difficult time for our friends and neighbors that are struggling to make ends meet,” said Rep. Elik. “Please, if you can, come by my office and drop off any non-perishable food items you may have. Let’s work together to make sure no one goes hungry this holiday season.” The Holiday Food Drive will begin on Monday, December 5 th and conclude on Wednesday, December 21st at State Representative Amy Elik’s district office, located at 192 Alton Square Mall Dr., Suite C in Alton. Non-perishable food items can be dropped off between the hours of 8:30 am and 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. All non-perishable food items collected will be donated to the Crisis Food Center in Alton. When you stop by to donate, brochures on state programs will also be available.

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Jersey County Arts Council To Hold Open House On Sunday, Dec. 11

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JERSEYVILLE - Do you wow others with your watercolors or drawing skills, blow them away with your basket- or rug-weaving skills, or amaze your friends with your culinary masterpieces? The Jersey County Arts Council invites local artists to join them Sunday, Dec. 11 any time between 1 and 4 p.m. to learn about teaching opportunities. The event will be held in the basement of the First Presbyterian Church, located at 400 S. State St. in Jerseyville. The council is developing a 2023 schedule of classes that cover a range of artistic mediums for both adults and children. Jersey County Arts Council Director Sherry Droste said, “The sky’s the limit in terms of the types of talent we’re looking for. While professional artists are welcome, we’re also interested in enthusiastic amateur artists willing to share their creative passion and skill with others.” If you are interested in learning more about teaching opportunities with the Arts Council, drop by Dec.

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