Measure would create safe zones for immigrants in Illinois
SPRINGFIELD –State Sen. Don Harmon, D-Oak Park, passed a measure out of committee this month that would create safe zones from immigration enforcement in Illinois. The legislation prohibits state and local law enforcement from carrying out federal immigration efforts at locations including state-funded schools, state-funded medical treatment and health care facilities, public libraries, facilities operated…
Read MoreGovernor appoints member to Southern Illinois University Board of Trustees
SPRINGFIELD — Gov. Bruce Rauner this month appointed Thomas Britton, a retired Southern Illinois University vice chancellor, to SIU’s Board of Trustees. “Tom has dedicated his life to public higher education and Southern Illinois University,” Rauner said. “His connection to university staff, students and alumni, along with his proven track record in the advancement of…
Read MoreHSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Highland generates $86.8M annual impact
A new report says HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Highland is making a community impact, with 198 full-time equivalent health-care professionals, resulting in 260 additional jobs and a total annual impact of $86,782,045 on the local and state economies. The report, “HSHS St. Joseph’s Highland: Our Impact on the Economy,” was developed in conjunction with the…
Read MoreSugarfire Smoke House sets grand opening in O’Fallon
St. Louis-based Sugarfire Smoke House will open its first location in Illinois — and ninth overall — on Monday, April 30, at 1425 Green Mount Road, O’Fallon. The restaurant will open for lunch at 11 a.m. Sugarfire founder and chef Mike Johnson (shown) will join forces with Gregg Medeiros, John Brauch, Tom Lombardo and Mark Pitliangas…
Read MoreAnderson Hospital plans registered nurse and new graduate job fair
Anderson Hospital will hold a job fair for registered nurses and new graduates from 8 to 11 a.m. Friday, April 27, in Lower Level Classrooms 1, 2 and 3 Hiring managers will be present to discuss job opportunities. Tours will be provided on ED, ICU/IMU, and Medical/Surgical Units The hospital has full-time, part-time, and PRN…
Read MoreSIUE School of Business celebrates record $200,000 in donor support
The Southern Illinois University Edwardsville School of Business recognized record donor support with scholarships worth more than $200,000 during its 14th Annual Scholarships and Awards Program this spring. Awards were presented to approximately 100 students pursuing degrees in accounting, business administration, computer management and information systems, economics and finance, and marketing. School of Business Interim…
Read MoreSponsors sought for 21st Annual Route 66 Festival
Planning for Edwardsville’s classic car cruise and weekend festival has begun, and sponsors are being sought. This year marks the 21st for the festival, with companies and vendors throughout the region already signing on as event sponsors and merchants. The Edwardsville Route 66 Festival takes place this year on Friday, June 8, and Saturday, June…
Read MoreCommercial building sold in Waterloo
The Paul Burnett Trust sold a 6,360-square-foot commercial building with 10 acres at 5726 State Route 3, Waterloo, to Groves Investments Co. BARBERMurphy Group represented the seller.
Read MoreBelleville farmers’ market grows some new attractions
Belleville’s Old Town Farmers’ Market is kicking off its 19th season on Saturday, May 5, with some new features. The market is held every Saturday from May through Nov. 3, from 7:30 a.m. to noon. It is located on the first block of South Charles, between East Main and East Washington. Burt Wikgren, market master,…
Read MoreShimkus staff to assist residents in St. Jacob
An aide to Congressman John Shimkus, R-Collinsville, will be available in St. Jacob to assist area constituents with any problems they may be having with federal government agencies. On Thursday, May 3, the staff member will be at the St. Jacob Village Hall (23 N. Douglas St.) from 2:30 to 4 p.m. Constituents who need…
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