New online portal for charitable organizations launched; announced by AG Raoul
Attorney General Kwame Raoul recently announced a new online portal and updated database created to help charitable organizations more easily comply with state law and to improve potential donors’ access to information about charitable organization before making donations. The new system will allow charitable organizations to fill out and submit required forms to the Attorney…
Read MorePromotions announced at Holland Construction Services Inc.
Holland Construction Services Inc. recently announced the promotions of three of its team: Nathan Munie has been promoted to Preconstruction project director, Greg Goette to project executive, and Ryan Castello to IT director. In his role, Munie oversees all preconstruction efforts, including budgeting, estimating, trade partner relationships, and design-build strategy for Holland’s growing portfolio…
Read MoreNew, amended Illinois laws: Family NICU, Military Leave Acts; nursing mothers paid breaktime
By SCOTT CRUZ Governor J.B. Pritzker recently signed two new bills that create new leave obligations for Illinois employers: On Aug. 15, 2025, Governor Pritzker signed into law the Family Neonatal Intensive Care Leave Act (the “Act”), which takes effect on June 1, 2026; and On Aug. 1, 2025, Governor Pritzker signed into law what…
Read MoreOne in a thousand: Madison HS student licensed to ‘touch the sky’
By MELISSA CROCKETT MESKE Managing Editor, Illinois Business Journal [email protected] At just 16 years of age, Zachari Whitten Jr. had accomplished something that many grown-ups still only dream of. This Madison High School student has passed the test to become a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) licensed drone pilot. “He is the only high school…
Read MoreMurder mystery fun to help put warmth in the classrooms
Nonprofit school to hold Oct. 11 fundraiser for urgently needed HVAC upgrade Riverbend Christian Leadership Academy (RCLA) is turning laughter into warmth this fall with a one-night-only Murder Mystery Dinner Fundraiser that promises big laughs, great food, and life-changing impact for local students. On Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025, starting at 6 p.m., guests will…
Read MoreJoe’s Market Basket advises locals on how to get in the fall spirit
The sweltering summer days are almost behind St. Louis and the Metro East, and pleasant fall mornings are just around the corner. Joe’s Market Basket is offering tips to residents on how to decorate their porch for the fall, ensuring family and guests are welcomed into homes with the autumn spirit. Joe’s Market Basket…
Read MoreBoeing Defense, union reach tentative deal; St. Louis area strike to end
According to a report from Reuters, Boeing Defense and the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) have reached a tentative deal. Reuters noted that this was announced by union officials on Wednesday, Sept. 10. The deal ends the five-week-long strike that had taken place in the St. Louis area that had also included…
Read MoreHSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Highland celebrates new Outpatient Infusion Services facility
Project funded by HSHS St. Joseph’s Highland Foundation On Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025, HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital in Highland held a ceremonial ribbon-cutting for the new location of the Outpatient Infusion Services in a fully renovated space. St. Joseph’s Chief Administrative Officer Teresa Cornelius welcomed everyone and shared her thanks to all who worked on…
Read MoreSIUC’s Constitution Day includes panel discussion on federal vs. state education issues
A discussion on the effect that recent federal mandates involving education and diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives have on state-level efforts highlight Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s observation of Constitution Day on Wednesday, Sept. 17. “Education and DEI Initiatives: State vs. Federal,” is from 12 Noon to 1 p.m. in Morris Library’s John C. Guyon…
Read MoreEdwardsville Children’s Museum opens Little Forest Sanctuary Exhibit
New play area focuses on hands-on learning for children ages 18 months and younger Edwardsville Children’s Museum (ECM) has long ignited the power of play and learning for kids of all ages, and now its youngest visitors have a space to call their own.ECM’s new Little Forest Sanctuary Exhibit, which opened Aug. 25, lets infants and…
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