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Daily Deal: Microsoft Surface Pro 5 (Refurbished)

3 years ago
If you’re looking for a tablet that can also double as a laptop, the refurbished Surface Pro 12.3″ 256GB is your best bet. This device weighs just 1.73 pounds and measures just 0.33″ thin, so it’s one of the lightest and smallest laptops available on the market today. The device features a 7th-Gen (Kaby Lake) […]
Gretchen Heckmann

Sen. Kris Tharp invites residents for coffee at Wood River Donut & More

3 years ago
WOOD RIVER – To offer individuals an opportunity to meet with him and support a locally-owned business, State Senator Kris Tharp has chosen Wood River Donut & More to host the first Coffee with Kris event. “I know how busy schedules can get, so it was important to me to offer an event for early risers,” said Tharp (D-Bethalto). “I look forward to meeting with residents in my hometown and supporting a popular small business.” The event will take place from 6 to 8 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 16 at Wood River Donut & More, 102 W. Edwardsville Rd. Attendees will be offered a complimentary cup of coffee and have the opportunity to discuss the issues that matter most to them. Questions should be directed to Sen. Tharp’s office by calling 618-251-9840. For information on future events, visit www.SenatorTharp.com .

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The Edwardsville Police Department Announces Labor Day 'Drive Sober Or Get Pulled Over' Campaign Results

3 years ago
EDWARDSVILLE – The Edwardsville Police Department made 11 DUI arrests during the recent Labor Day campaign. In addition, 26 seat belt citations were written, 7 of which occurred during nighttime hours. Other citations and arrests included: 17 speeding citations 3 registration citations 2 uninsured motorists 23 other citations “As law enforcement officers, we do our best to protect motorists, pedestrians, and other road users,” said Lt. Barry Jones. “While enforcement campaigns like these save lives, there is still much to be done. Please help us spread the message: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.” The Edwardsville Police Department joined forces with other law enforcement agencies and highway safety partners throughout the state for the Labor Day traffic safety campaign. The program was made possible by federal highway safety funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation.

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Mr. Blue Sky - ELO Tribute - at Chesterfield Amphitheater

3 years ago
CHESTERFIELD - Mr. Blue Sky, Tribute to Electric Light Orchestra, with Emily Wallace comes to the Chesterfield Amphitheater on September 23. Doors open at 6 pm, and the show begins at 7 pm. The show is for all ages. Tickets are General Admission: $20 Advanced, $25 at the door, 4-Pack for $60. Mr. Blue Sky creates all the majestic splendor that is the music of Electric Light Orchestra. With a focus on the band’s hits from the 70s, 80s, and latest records, and mixing in selective deep cuts, MBS produces the ultimate ELO experience.

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Barbarian is the craziest, goriest, most WTF-iest theatrical release in 2022 so far

3 years ago
This review was originally published in RFT sister paper Creative Loafing Tampa Bay. Like some bastard abomination that escaped from captivity, Zach Cregger’s first solo venture, Barbarian, is the craziest, goriest, most what-the-fuck-iest theatrical release thus far in 2022. I still don’t know exactly what I watched, but I know that I would watch it again.
John W. Allman

COVID-19 nasal vaccine made by St. Louis area doctors

3 years ago
ST. LOUIS - The world had its first emergency-use COVID-19 nasal vaccine. It's being used in India right now, but the technology behind the vaccine was made in Saint Louis. Dr. David Curiel, the Director of the Biologic Therapeutic Center at Washington University's School of Medicine, is pushing the science even further than before with [...]
Amelia Mugavero

Senate Unanimously Passes Duckworth, Peters Bipartisan Bill to Reduce the Spread of Toxic "Forever Chemicals" at Commercial Airports

3 years ago
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and Gary Peters (MI) announced that bipartisan legislation to reduce the spread of toxic per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contamination at commercial airports passed the U.S. Senate unanimously this week. The Preventing PFAS Runoff at Airports Act would deploy more existing Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) funding for commercial airports to purchase devices necessary to test their firefighting equipment without discharging toxic PFAS chemicals. This legislation would encourage commercial airports to purchase the relatively low-cost devices—also referred to as an input-based testing system—to help limit and prevent exposure to PFAS, which are known as “forever chemicals” because they do not naturally break down. It would also direct the FAA to identify options for reimbursing airports elsewhere that already acquired the devices without federal funding. “We’ve known for

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A Trio of Fun at Alton Little Theater - Entertainment for Everyone

3 years ago
ALTON - Alton Little Theater kicks off the Extra, EXTRA Entertainment Concert/Special Engagement series with Fach Tradition on September 30th and October 1st at 7:30 pm/ October 2nd at 2 pm. The concert of Folksongs and Lore is the creative brainchild of regional talent, Miles Brenton- Composer, Musician, Vocalist, & Actor in St. Louis and throughout the Riverbend. Sawyer Burton and Matthew Billins join Miles as outstanding voices in the a cappella Trio of classically trained male vocalists who have a love and passion for choral music - and who bring an extensive repertoire' of international folksongs with a little country, blues, opera, and musical theater thrown in for audience's delight. The Concert of "Harmonious Love" will be presented at the ALT Showplace, with tickets just $22. Then, on the early morning of Saturday, October 1st from 8 am-noon, ALT will move the fun and entertainment to the parking lot - or large shed if the weather is a problem - for a "Good Neighbor"

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Alton Police and Crisis Negotiator Called To Clark Bridge For Person On The Ledge

3 years ago
ALTON - The Alton Police Department was reported on the Clark Bridge around 10 a.m. Friday with a negotiator to assist a person in crisis on the ledge of the bridge, Alton Police Chief Marcos Pulido said. The top photo shows first responders on the bridge, while the bottom photo shows traffic backed up outside the bridge. The chief said traffic is being diverted from the southbound lanes on the Clark Bridge during this crisis situation . Residents are encouraged to avoid the Clark Bridge area until the situation is resolved. More to come.

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