SIUE Dept. of Industrial Engineering to host monthly orientation programs through June
The Department of Industrial Engineering at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville will be hosting an orientation focusing on the School’s industrial engineering program at 10 a.m. on the first Saturday of the month, beginning now through June. The orientation will introduce prospective students and their families to the field of industrial engineering and the opportunities available…
Read MoreCould Brazil surpass U.S. as world’s top corn exporter?
By DANIEL GRANT FarmWeek Competition in world markets is expected to intensify as Brazil is projected to produce record corn and soybean crops for 2022-23. Joana Colussi, postdoctoral research associate at the University of Illinois who serves on the farmdoc team there, reported crop production in her home country of Brazil could increase to record…
Read MoreDept. of Juvenile Justice to host job screenings prior to start of February Intern Academy
The Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice (IDJJ) will host employment screening events in St. Charles and Alton in advance of an Intern Academy that begins on Feb. 14, 2023. IDJJ has job openings for up to 15 Juvenile Justice Specialist Interns for this academy and positions are available at the five Illinois Youth Center locations…
Read MoreSIUC celebrating Black History Month in February with guest speakers, more
Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Black History Month commemoration in February will feature a wide variety of events, including special guest speakers and an impactful trip for students. This year’s theme is “Power of Black Resilience,” and most events are free and open to the public. “We’re looking forward to celebrating Black History Month,” said Renada…
Read MoreSecretary of State Giannoulias executes settlement agreement with Carvana
Carvana admits wrongdoing; agrees to consumer safeguards and to conform to Illinois law On Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2023, Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias announced a settlement agreement with online used-car retailer Carvana, which admitted to violating Illinois law and agreed to abide by new restrictions aimed at protecting consumers. Illinois was the first state…
Read MoreKent Weber joins Busey Bank as Treasury Management Executive
Banking career began with TheBANK of Edwardsville With extensive experience in the banking industry, Kent Weber has joined Busey Bank as Vice President – Treasury Management Executive. In his role, he works closely with commercial business owners to ensure their needs are met through Busey’s expansive suite of Treasury Management products and solutions, including ACH…
Read MoreKaskaskia College receives over $100,000 grant from National Endowment for the Humanities
Kaskaskia College is one of three community colleges nationwide to receive a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) as a part of their Humanities Initiatives at Community Colleges program for 2023. The grant, totaling $116,488, will fund the “Caring for the Dying/Caring for Us All: Death and the Meaning of Life in…
Read MoreLocal aesthetic physician offers video course providing skincare tips for healthy aging
Aesthetic physician and best-selling author of “Live Life Beautifully (With a Little Help)” Kristen M. Jacobs, MD, owner of Ooh La La Spa, Anti-Aging & Wellness is encouraging people to make a plan to prioritize their skincare in 2023. Dr. Jacobs is offering a 17-day video course that provides people with simple daily skincare and…
Read MoreIDOT announces February dates for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise workshops
The Illinois Department of Transportation is hosting free virtual workshops in February as part of its continuing Building Blocks of Success series for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise firms interested in strengthening their skills, growing their business and bidding on state projects. New and existing DBEs, as well as firms interested in becoming certified in the program…
Read MoreEnterprise zone expansion opens up new opportunities for development in Edwardsville
A key business corridor in and around downtown Edwardsville is now eligible for additional state and local incentives for new and existing development projects. The new incentives have been made possible by a Gateway Enterprise Zone expansion that was initiated last year by City officials and approved in December by the Illinois Department of Commerce…
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