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Carrollton Bank Donates $25,000 To Glen-Ed Pantry Capital Campaign

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EDWARDSVILLE — Glen-Ed Pantry is proud to announce a $25,000 gift from Carrollton Bank in support of its ongoing capital campaign to construct a new, purpose-built facility that will better serve families facing food insecurity in the Edwardsville School District 7 area. The donation advances the pantry’s efforts to raise funds for a permanent home that will expand service capacity, accessibility, and community resources. Glen-Ed Pantry has been a cornerstone of community support

Illinois Mother Starts New Year With $350,000 Lucky Day Lotto Jackpot Win

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CHICAGO — An Illinois Lottery player is starting the new year on a high note after claiming a $350,000 Lucky Day Lotto ® jackpot won in the Christmas Day drawing. The winner, who chose to remain anonymous under the name ‘Work Mom,’ purchased her winning ticket online and personally selected each of the numbers. “Everyone at my job calls me ‘Work Mom’ since I’m the oldest,” the winner shared. Work Mom said she was relaxing and watching

Authorities Investigate Fatal Hit-and-Run Collision

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ST. LOUIS COUNTY - St. Louis County police are investigating a fatal pedestrian collision that occurred Sunday evening, Jan. 4, 2026, near the intersection of Vescovo Drive and Lemay Ferry Road. Officers from the South County Precinct responded at 6:33 p.m. Jan. 4, 2026, after receiving a report of a person struck by a vehicle. Upon arrival, they found Bryant Watkins, 48, of the 1200 block of Dammert in St. Louis, had been hit and died at the scene. St. Louis County Police said the driver

Olga's Products Officially Launch at Mac's Downtown with Complimentary Snackers at Every Table

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ALTON - Mac’s Downtown has officially introduced Olga’s products to their menu, and owner Rob Lenhardt can’t wait to share the food with the downtown community and beyond. Starting on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026, Mac’s customers can enjoy four Olga’s sandwiches, snackers, and curly fries from the Olga’s menu. Lenhardt predicts a few additional Olga’s products — including soups and spinach pies — will be available within the next two weeks.