FRONTENAC, Mo. - A California-based jewelry store recently opened its first location in the Show-Me State, sitting in the St. Louis area. Gorjana, a fine jewelry company in operation since 2004, opened their doors at Plaza Frontenac on May 8. The store has a variety of products from necklaces, earrings, bracelets, rings, charms and more. [...]
JERSEYVILLE – Diane Fessler walked into a complete surprise on Tuesday afternoon. Fessler, a second grade teacher at East Elementary in Jerseyville, was presented with the Homegrown Hero Award from the St. Louis District Dairy Council on May 12, 2026. Family, faculty, and staff piled into the school’s cafeteria to show their support just before 3 p.m. The award presentation came as a shock to Fessler, who thought everyone had gathered to celebrate her retirement from Jersey Communit
Daisy's Dane Sanctuary is providing urgent care for 75+ Great Danes seized from a Missouri breeder due to animal abuse and neglect and is seeking volunteers to help with their care.
ALTON — A rising star at Alton High School is making her presence felt in more ways than one. Sophomore Claire Delehanty, recently recognized as a Remarkable Redbird , is earning praise for her achievements in athletics and academics while emerging as one of the school’s most dynamic student-athletes. Claire has become a key contributor to the Alton High School girls' basketball program over the past two seasons, gaining valuable experience at both the varsity and junior varsity
GODFREY – Lewis and Clark Community College’s Avionics program will offer three courses in Fall 2026. Designed to expand opportunities and provide hands-on experience, the courses will prepare students interested in careers in aviation and aircraft maintenance. Intro to Aircraft Systems (AVIO-131) 9 – 10:50 A.M. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Aug. 25 – Oct. 15 Introduces the basics of flight, aircraft systems, FAA regulations, and foundational aircraft electrical knowledge.
In a ruling that will clearly be remembered as one of the worst in the history of the Supreme Court, two years ago, the court gave Donald Trump a get out of jail free card, which he appears to be trying to take full advantage of with all the criming in his second term. But, […]
MILLSSTADT - State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt) recognized Good Morning Cafe as his ‘Business of The Month’ for April. Rep. Schmidt visited with the owners Chelsea Vogel Martinez and Irepan Martinez to present them with an official certificate from the Illinois House of Representatives. “It was a pleasure to meet Chelsea Vogel Martinez and Irepan Martinez to learn more about the family-owned business here in Millstadt,” said Schmidt. “Chelsea buil
COLLINSVILLE/GRANITE CITY— A donation drive is set for Saturday, May 16, 2026, collecting suitcases, canned goods and toiletries for The Good Samaritan House in Granite City. The event is scheduled from 9 a.m. to noon at American Legion Post 365 in Collinsville. Jimmy Ford and the Madison County Republican Party will host the Saturday event at the American Legion 365 Post. “We're proud to support the incredible work being done at The Good Samaritan House, especially while families
Jack Osbourne has shared an update on the upcoming biopic about his father, the late Ozzy Osbourne."I can tell you this, we are moving ahead," Jack said in a livestream…
WASHINGTON — Long-time federal immigration official David Venturella will lead U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, the agency spearheading President Donald Trump’s mass deportation campaign, according to a Department of Homeland Security spokesperson. Venturella will replace outgoing ICE acting Director Todd Lyons, who last month announced he would leave his position by May 31, the DHS […]
On This Day, May 13, 1970 …The Beatles documentary Let It Be opened in New York City.Directed by Michael Lindsay-Hogg, the film took Beatles fans inside the studio as they recorded…
ST. LOUIS COUNTY - St. Louis County Police on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, released a Critical Incident Briefing video related to an officer-involved shooting that authorities say occurred on March 29, 2026, in Shrewsbury, Mo., during what investigators described as a hostage situation inside a home. The Critical Incident Briefing video for the officer-involved shooting that occurred on March 29, 2026, in Shrewsbury, Mo, can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/QM0IlWkC0VI According to previously release
A Missouri House committee voted down legislation on Tuesday aimed at establishing safeguards on the use of artificial intelligence over concerns that the bill lacked enforcement mechanisms and included drafting errors. The bill, sponsored by Republican state Sen. Joe Nicola of Grain Valley, would have specified that liability for harm caused by an AI system […]
EDWARDSVILLE – The Edwardsville Community Unit School District 7 Board of Education approved a contract for Dr. Allen Duncan Jr. to serve as superintendent during its work session on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. Duncan was appointed interim superintendent on January 12, 2026, after serving as acting superintendent since September 25, 2025. His appointment as superintendent will officially begin on July 1, 2026. Dr. Duncan brings deep institutional knowledge and a strong commitment to District
ALTON - The Alton Educational Foundation is pleased to announce that nominations are now being accepted for the Alton High School Wall of Fame Induction Class of 2026. Members of the community are encouraged to submit nominations between now and June 12 for deserving recipients. The Alton High Wall of Fame recognizes excellence in a wide array of fields and individuals from any one or more of the following areas can be nominated: 1) Graduates of Alton High School (must have graduated prio
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