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L&C Nursing Program Plans Open House

3 years ago
GODFREY – Those considering a career in nursing are invited to attend Lewis and Clark Community College’s Nursing Open House, Nov. 10, on the college’s Godfrey Campus. Nursing Professor Denise Caldwell said attendees will be able to tour the state-of-the-art facilities in the Templin Nursing Building and learn details about what it takes to become a nurse. “The Open House provides a wonderful opportunity to get an inside look at everything our program has to offer,” she said. “Instructors and students will also be on hand to answer questions and share their experience in the program.” The event will also feature interactive exhibits and skill demonstrations in the simulation lab. The public is invited to attend from 6-8 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 10, in the Templin Nursing Building. For more information, call (618) 468-4401 or visit the website www.lc.edu/nursing .

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Pride Takes Reservations For Annual Local Celebrity Roast

3 years ago
ALTON - Tammy Iskarous, founder and executive director of Riverbend Family Ministries, has recorded some incredible community achievements during her 10 years as executive director of Riverbend Family Ministries. She will be the person roasted and toasted at this year's Ninth Annual Local Celebrity Roast for Pride, Inc. Pride, Inc. is taking reservations for its roast that will be held at 6 p.m., Thursday, December 1, at Lewis & Clark Community College. The reception for the event begins at 5 p.m. with dinner to follow at 6 p.m. The Roast begins at 6:55 p.m. and concludes by 8. Ten years ago, Tammy Iskarous had the vision to bring smaller nonprofits all under one roof so they could work together holistically for families in crisis due to violence, addiction, homelessness, and poverty. Riverbend Family Ministries, an incubator model of care, has been recognized by leaders in Madison County and Illinois. Tammy has also been on the boards of other nonprofits, such as YWCA - Alton, Wood

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Missouri Has Four Election Deniers on the Ballot

3 years ago
There are many concerns in this ass-backwards state. And when it comes to voting, choosing the right candidate in Missouri to represent your views can be a difficult task — even if you’re a Republican. Most Missouri elected officials are not particularly known for their smarts or their forward-thinking ways, so when it came to “The Big Lie,” plenty of candidates on Missouri ballots were eager to get in on the action.
Jaime Lees