On This Day, Nov. 3, 1991 ...The Grateful Dead, Santana and a reunited Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young were among the artists who performed at Laughter, Love and Music, a free…
Facing increased business-aviation demand and the redevelopment loss of the prior airfield, Jefferson County has launched a search for consultant services to identify and vet possible sites for a new general-aviation regional airport. The county’s RFQ positions the project as a forward-looking economic-development enabler tied to its industrial-growth trajectory. On Oct. 22nd Jefferson County formally […]
GODFREY - James Mayo “Jim” Towey, a Vietnam War veteran and longtime community leader in Godfrey, left a lasting impact with his service time and time back home with family, friends, and his community. Born in Wood River, Towey spent most of his life in Godfrey. He served as a sergeant in Company B, 2nd/60th, 9th Infantry Division of the United States Army during the Vietnam War. For his service, he was awarded several medals, including the Purple Heart and Bronze Star, recognizing
AC/DC is powering up for a return stateside.The "Back in Black" rockers have announced a 2026 U.S. leg of their Power Up tour, running from July 11 in Charlotte, North…
Every year, the University of Kansas Cancer Center must file a report with the National Cancer Institute in order to get its annual grant allotment. This year that typically routine report, known in research jargon as a noncompeting renewal, was repeatedly rewritten. Triggering words targeted by the Trump administration had to be eliminated before a […]
Now open at the World Chess Hall of Fame & Galleries, Charles Houska: Master of Play is a retrospective of the St. Louis artist’s work over his impressive 25-plus-year career, […]
EDWARDSVILLE — Three seniors from Edwardsville High School were recognized at the Edwardsville School District #7 board meeting last week for their compassionate actions. Lia'nice Cruzin and Emma Birkenmeyer were honored for supporting a classmate during a difficult situation, while senior Andriella Garlinghouse was acknowledged for assisting a community member experiencing a medical emergency. The board expressed appreciation for the students’ kindness and thoughtful responses.
FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS – A southern Illinois Lottery player is feeling like pure gold after winning the top prize on a $1,000,000 Holiday Gold scratch-off ticket. “I’m a big fan of the holiday-themed lottery tickets,” expressed the lucky winner, who requested to stay anonymous. “As soon as this year’s holiday tickets were available, my mom and I went to the store to see what they looked like, and I decided to try my luck on a $20 one.” The $1,000,000 Holiday
Foo Fighters turned some Korn cosplay into a surprise show announcement.On Saturday, Dave Grohl posted a photo of him wearing a Korn-branded adidas tracksuit, which the "Freak on a Leash"…
Did you know that nearly 30% of perennial plants fail to survive their first winter due to inadequate preparation? This startling statistic underscores the importance of proactive garden care before the cold months arrive. Properly preparing your garden for winter not only safeguards your landscape but also sets the stage for a vibrant and healthy growing season ahead. Assessing Your Garden’s Needs Before diving into specific tasks, it’s essential to evaluate the current state o
November 3 has long been a day marked by significant events that have shaped the course of history around the world. Starting with a global milestone, on November 3, 1957, the Soviet Union launched Sputnik 2, the world's second artificial satellite, but more notably, it carried Laika, the first living creature to orbit Earth. This event was a pivotal moment in space exploration and the ongoing Space Race between the U.S. and the USSR. Laika’s mission, though one-way, demonstrated the feasibilit
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