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Senior Services Plus Plans Fraud Education Seminar

3 years 1 month ago
ALTON - Senior Services Plus (SSP) is hosting a Fraud Education Seminar on Wednesday, October 26 th , 2022 inside the School House Grill in Alton. SSP is excited to partner with AARP Illinois to host a Fraud Education Seminar on Wednesday, October 26 th , 2022. Information will be presented by the Fraud & Corruption Section Chief for the United States Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Illinois, Scott Verseman. Mr. Verseman is a fraud education expert and will explain what to look for and what to do when it comes to fraud. Lunch will be provided, and RSVPs are required as seats are limited. To RSVP visit: https://bit.ly/3ecXB54 or call 618-465-3298 ext. 123. Please register by calling Senior Services Plus at 618-465-3298 x 123. For event inquiries, please contact SSP by phone at 618-465-3298 x 123.

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Prospective Students Invited to Explore L&C During Discover Day  

3 years 1 month ago
GODFREY – Prospective students are invited to learn more about becoming a Trailblazer and experience campus during Lewis and Clark Community College’s Fall Discover Day, Monday, Oct. 10. Future Trailblazers will be able to speak with financial aid and academic advisors, tour campus, find info on the programs they’re interested in, and even experience a taste of student life with free fun and giveaways. “Discover Day is one of the biggest days on our campus,” Recruiter Daniel Nosce said. “It’s a chance for the public to learn about the amazing programs and support that are available for our Trailblazer family. Come and get an in-depth look at experiences the college has to offer and discover the opportunities that await you at Lewis and Clark Community College.” Guests are encouraged to participate in tours of the college’s programs, classrooms and labs. Although many of the high schools are closed for the holiday, Lewis and

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Delmar DivINe Visit: Part 1 of 2

3 years 1 month ago
My sister and I visited Delmar DivINe in the West End Neighborhood. Part one focuses on the building and the mission of this non-profit.
Mark Groth

Skilled Workers Struggle with Post-Pandemic Stress

3 years 1 month ago
From ACHR News:  Working in the trades already comes with its fair share of stress, but for the last couple years, the industry has also had to deal with COVID-19, supply chain issues, the material shortage, rising gas prices, and much more. Levi Torres, owner of High 5 Plumbing, said the labor shortage has been […]
Dede Hance

Missouri Supreme Court upholds law stripping state workers of merit system protections

3 years 1 month ago

Most Missouri state employees are “at-will” workers not entitled to seniority protections or grievance rights when they are fired, the Missouri Supreme Court ruled Tuesday. In an opinion that overturned a Cole County Circuit Court decision, the high court declared that a 2018 law repealing the merit system for most state workers is constitutional. Three […]

The post Missouri Supreme Court upholds law stripping state workers of merit system protections appeared first on Missouri Independent.

Rudi Keller

Techdirt Podcast Episode 322: Celebrating 25 Years Of Techdirt

3 years 1 month ago
As you probably already know, Techdirt recently marked its 25th anniversary and celebrated the occasion with an online party for our Insider subscribers. At the event, Mike was joined by Techdirt co-founder Dennis Yang for an interview conducted by Alex Feerst of Murmuration Labs, in which they looked back on the history of the site […]
Leigh Beadon

Police Requests Public's Assistance In Investigation Of Recent Stealing Incident

3 years 1 month ago
ST. LOUIS COUNTY - The St. Louis County Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance regarding the investigation of a recent stealing incident. Between September 28, 2022 at 7:00 PM and September 29, 2022 at 3:00 AM, unknown subjects broke into the maintenance shed at Sioux Passage Park located at 17930 Old Jamestown Road. Several locks of a gated maintenance shed were cut and the following items were stolen: 2016 Big Tex flatbed trailer (black in color) 2022 Toro 72” Zero turn mower (red in color) 2015 Bad Boy 72” Zero turn mower (orange in color) Numerous gas powered lawn equipment – trimmers, blowers, chainsaws, pruners, tiller, hedge trimmer (most items were Stihl Brand) Variety of hand tools, (Wrenches, socket sets, ratchets) New in box bathroom vanity and toilet Shown are actual photos of the stolen trailer and mowers. The stolen equipment’s value is estimated over $30,000. Any information concerning possible involved subject(s),

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St. Louis County's Prosecuting Attorney's Office Issues Warrants On Murder Suspect

3 years 1 month ago
ST. LOUIS COUNTY - On Monday, September 26, 2022, the St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office issued warrants on suspect Ramon Lapid, 45 years of age, of the 9500 block of Abaco Court in St. Louis, Missouri 63136, for one count of Murder Second Degree and one count of Armed Criminal Action. Lapid was arrested on October 4, 2022. A mugshot of Lapid is shown. Lapid is being held on $500,000 cash only, no 10% bond. Please note, charges are merely an accusation and Defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty in a court of law. The probable cause statement reads: On September 23, 2022, Defendant and Co-Defendant, acting together, went to the Victim’s home with the intent to steal a green leafy substance from the occupants. During the commission of this crime, the victim was shot several times in the chest and is deceased. The co-defendant remains at large. St. Louis County detectives from the Bureau of Crimes Against Persons are leading this investigation.

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Local Youngsters Can Express Artistic Talents At New Carlinville Library Event

3 years 1 month ago
CARLINVILLE - Local youngsters may develop, and express, their artistic talents with a new event at the Carlinville Public Library. Art Day For Kids will be held at the library on Monday, Oct. 10, with two sessions. From 10 a.m. to noon, children will create monster stuffies. From 2-4 p.m., youngsters will make spin art machines. Youngsters may come to one or both sessions, which are for ages 7 and up, because beginning sewing and beginning circuits will be involved. Do-it-yourself art tables will be available all day. All activities are free. For more information, contact the library at 217-854-3505 or mail@carlinvillelibrary.org .

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