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If demolition of the homes is approved, the developer proposes to construct a four-story, mixed-use building at the site with 71 apartments.

EDWARDSVILLE - Nursing students at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville welcomed the Air Evac Lifeteam from Maryville to campus on Thursday, Oct. 13, getting a firsthand look into the career of flight nursing. The Air Evac Lifeteam helicopter performed a landing for the students in a parking lot on the Edwardsville campus and shared insights on their path to their unique and specialized career. “It is important in community health to know that there are several nursing opportunities available,” said Myjal Garner, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, instructor in the SIUE School of Nursing. “We strive to introduce students to not only classroom experiences, but also real-life experiences in the community to be sure that they realize there are a wide variety of opportunities in nursing.” “Flight nursing is something I have never considered,” said Katie Schuecking, a senior nursing major from Quincy. “Getting to talk to people who are working in our community,

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From CityScene STL:  Grove Properties, a firm headquartered in the Forest Park Southeast (Grove) neighborhood, has proposed a 4-story, 71-unit apartment building on Manchester near Kingshighway. The address of the development is 4534-56 Manchester. The site is currently home to a series of vacant homes and two-family buildings. All are in varying stages of decay […]

BELLEVILLE, Ill. - Two teens are in custody after bringing a firearm to Belleville East High School Tuesday morning. The Belleville Police Department said a school resource officer took a 15-year-old boy into custody in the school office. Officers were dispatched to the school at approximately 9:01 a.m. When officers arrived, the 15-year-old suspect was [...]

After a teacher and student were shot to death yesterday at Central Visual and Performing Arts High School, the White House has reinvigorated its call for an assault weapons ban. At a press conference on Monday afternoon, White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre began her opening statement with a call for new action. “Every day that the Senate fails to send [an] assault weapons ban to the President’s desk or waits to take another — other common-sense actions — is a day too late for our families and communities impacted by gun violence,” Jean-Pierre said.

From St. Louis Post-Dispatch:  St. Louis area residents and elected leaders looking to avoid repeats of the devastation that followed flash floods this summer have landed on a possible fix: buyouts of high-risk properties. They’re turning to the Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District, assuming that, as the region’s stormwater manager, the utility can help. But […]

Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt is involved in some questionable use of the state’s public records laws. Following the AG’s dubious decision to sue schools over what he called “illegal” mask mandates, he raised his controversy level considerably earlier this year. He continued this assault on his own credibility by suing schools and educational non-profits […]

The sheriff's office said the victim had injuries consistent with an animal attack, and two dogs were spotted on scene that appeared to be aggressive.

ADB Companies, LLC (“ADB”), a leading provider of telecom, utility infrastructure, and wireless solutions, announced today the acquisition of the assets of KDC Wireless, Inc. (“KDC”). KDC will join ADB’s existing Wireless Division, with a strong focus on the Midwest region in Kansas City, MO. This strategic partnership will allow ADB to carry on KDC’s […]

St. Louis police and many other city and school officials gathered Tuesday to share updates on the deadly shooting Monday at Central Visual and Performing Arts High School.

Name: Jordan Ing Hometown: Godfrey Years of Service: 2016-2022 KIA: No Branch: Army Rank: Specialist Wars: Afghanistan Operation Freedoms Sentinel Medals/Honors Earned: Army Commendation medal, National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal w/Campaign Star, Army Service Ribbon, Armed Services Medal, Illinois Lincoln Medal of Freedom & Non-Article 5 NATO Medal Message: Jordan was in the Illinois National Guard and Active Duty for 6 years. Jordan was Honorably Discharged 2022 and works at Anser Analytical Services. Submitted By: Laurie Ing

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Name: Richard Brown Hometown: Alton Years of Service: 1985-1989 KIA: No Branch: Army Rank: Spec 4 Medals/Honors Earned: Advanced achievement, driving, marksmanship, Nijmegen March, Presidential Fitness Message: Loving Husband and Father. Submitted By: April Brown

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The nonalcoholic beverage is vegan and sugar- and-gluten-free.

Name: Raymond Corlew Hometown: Godfrey Years of Service: 1963-1966 DOD: September 15, 1963 KIA: No Branch: Army Rank: SP 4 Wars: Vietnam Era Message: Wonderful husband, father, grandfather, friend Submitted By: April Brown

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The FBI is aiding St. Louis police in investigating yesterday's shooting at Central Visual and Performing Arts Academy, which left three people, including the shooter, dead. The FBI is asking for any pictures or videos of the attack and has created a portal for those materials to be uploaded to. Yesterday evening at a press conference, St. Louis FBI Special Agent in Charge Jay Greenburg said that in the hours following the shooting, the agency had seen an uptick in “allegations of potential school shooters.”

The advisory was due to low water pressure caused by a substantial voltage drop from incoming supplied power at one of the water treatment plants.