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St. Louis should make a promise to educate future generations of children, using the NFL-Rams settlement money.

WASHINGTON — Late Thursday a federal judge in Texas struck down the Biden administration’s student debt relief plan, ruling that the program is unlawful, in a blow to 16 million student debt borrowers already approved for relief. The U.S. Department of Education now is no longer accepting applications for the program, according to the student […]

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Prog-rock fans, your ship has come in: Cruise to the Edge is returning for 2024. The cruise sets sail March 8, 2024, from Miami, Florida, aboard the Norwegian Pearl. It visits…

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On VETERAN’S DAY 2022, Veterans and active military receive 50% off single attractions and 10% off discounted entertainment combo passes with a Valid Military ID. Purchase in person to receive

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It’s Joe Gaurino’s 100th birthday, and the newly crowned centenarian is holding court.

CARROLLTON - Several violent, property crime, and other charges have been filed in Greene County over the past month, according to the most recent Greene County Jail Booking Report from Sheriff Robert McMillen’s office. Devin A. Krueger, 26, of Staunton, was charged with two counts of residential burglary, one count of burglary, two counts of theft, and two counts of criminal damage to property. He was arrested by the Greene County Sheriff on Oct. 26 and remains in custody. Hunter E. Neff, 19, of White Hall, was charged with aggravated battery, assault, resisting a peace officer, criminal trespass to a building, and consumption of liquor by a minor. He was arrested last Friday, Nov. 4 by the Roodhouse Police Department and has since been released on bond. Heather S. Sullivan, 37, of Roodhouse, was charged with two counts of theft between $10,000-$100,000, as well as a warrant for her arrest in Madison County. She was arrested by the Greene County Sheriff on Oct. 28 and

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Twenty years after being redistricted out of her seat at the Board of Aldermen, Sharon Tyus is set to claim another measure of redemption.

ALTON - The Annual Veterans Day Program at the Alton VFW Post 1308 on Friday morning was again an emotional time to honor those who have served their country. Elliott Ferguson, a U.S. Army veteran, and detective with the Alton Police Department was the keynote speaker. Shannon Yount, a Marine Corps veteran, was the master of ceremonies and provided the welcome for the event. William Perkins, also a Marine Corps veteran, provided the invocation. The Cub Scout Pack 8001 did the Pledge of Allegiance. Steve Corbitt performed the vocal rendition of the National Anthem. Alton Mayor David Goins read a proclamation. The Laying of the Wreaths participants was as follows: Medal Of Honor - Glenn Wilson, USMC POW/MIA - Tanya Degerlia Gold Star Mother - Lynn Lenker, escorted by Alec Dvorak Eagle Scout Alton Post 1308 & Auxiliary - Commander Wayne Able, and Auxiliary Senior Vice President Angie Able Army - Jeremony Lile Navy - Jake Lloyd Marine Corps - Brad Yount Air Force - Denise

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Borrowers are no longer able to apply for federal student loan forgiveness after a federal judge ruled against the program Thursday.

CARROLLTON - Several individuals have been arrested on drug and alcohol-related charges over the past month - from October to November 2022 - according to the most recent Greene County Jail Booking Report from the office of Sheriff Rob McMillen. Dale A. Smith, 34, of Jerseyville, was charged with the manufacture/delivery of 30+ grams of methaqualone, the manufacture/delivery of 10-30 grams of cannabis, possession of methamphetamine, and possession of a controlled substance. He was arrested by the Roodhouse Police Department on Oct. 19 and remains in custody. Hunter E. Neff, 19, of White Hall, was charged with consumption of liquor by a minor in addition to several other non-alcohol/drug charges including aggravated battery, assault, resisting a peace officer, and criminal trespass to a building. He was arrested last Friday, Nov. 4 by the Roodhouse Police Department and has since been released on bond. David R. Moore, 36, of Winchester, was charged with driving under the influence

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A West Plains woman was seriously injured after the vehicle she was in ran into cows and a goat in Howell County.

MADISON - The WonderLight's Christmas drive-thru show is back again at World Wide Technology Raceway. The show is open nightly, including holidays, from November 11 through January 1 from 5-10 p.m. World Wide Technology Raceway is located at 1905 Collinsville Road, Fairmont City, IL 62201. It costs $30 per car for up to seven passengers while kids three and under are free. It's advertised as being up to a 45-minute experience but ultimately depends on how busy of a night it is. For tickets and more information visit their website .

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Last winter, short staffing at FedEx and a nasty omicron surge put a stop to Katie’s Pizza & Pasta Osteria's online ordering platform, which allowed patrons to ship the St. Louis-based eatery's popular frozen pizzas and pastas to any destination throughout the U.S. But this year, fans of the brand’s signature pies are in luck: Katie’s online ordering is back for the holidays. From now until January, customers can ship items on Katie’s frozen menu throughout the U.S. Customers get a free frozen pizza or restaurant gift card with every order as a thank-you for sticking by the brand after last year’s hiccup and for their continued support of the burgeoning frozen pizza line.

JOPLIN, Mo. — With the possibility of the first snowfall this season just around the corner, vehicle maintenance experts say now is the best time to prepare your car. There's no getting around winter, so instead of dreading it, prepare for it by checking out what your car needs, in order to gear up for [...]

ALTON - YWCA hosted its annual Trivia Night Fund Raiser on Saturday, November 5 at Best Western Premier Conference Center, Alton, and would like to thank the community for its support. “We were so excited to be back in person for Trivia and surrounded by YWCA friends. YWCA Trivia featured celebrity volunteer judges: Ms. Deborah Pitts, Chief Marcus Polido, and Alderman Stephanie Elliott. Our attendance prizes, silent auction, 50/50 raffle, and challenging trivia made for an action-packed and enjoyable evening.” said Dorothy Hummel, YWCA Executive Director. This year’s Programs Sponsors included Altonized Community Federal Credit Union, Friends of David Goins, Mayor Alton, Gail Donnelly, Doug Bader, Honorable Ellar Duff, Luken Insurance, First Mid Bank & Trust, Friends for Katie Stuart, IL State Rep 112 th District, and the YWCA Yogis. We were blessed by numerous Round Sponsors: Altonized Community Federal Credit Union, AWA Tees and More, Bickle Electric, Busey

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Another Freightway Priority Freight project was completed this fall. Improvements have been completed for Lenox Tower, located in Mitchell, Illinois, which included $10.1 million to modernize rail operations, improve safety and mobility of goods, people and services throughout southwestern Illinois. Thanks to a  public-private sector funding partnership that included IDOT, the Federal Railroad Administration, AMRAK, Union Pacific, BNSF Railway and […]

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