Redbird Bus Service adds third bus for 2026 Cardinals home games
Due to strong demand from Metro East riders, St. Clair County Transit District has expanded its Redbird Bus service, increasing from two to three buses for select 2026 St. Louis Cardinals home games. In partnership with Vandalia Bus Lines Inc., the service continues to offer a safe, convenient and affordable way for fans to…
Read MoreTransit + Trails: Partners urge residents to ‘Mix Up How You Move’
Hundreds of miles of trails on both sides of the river connect to transit stops, making it easy—and seamless—to explore the region using a combination of bus, train and trails. Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT) is therefore partnering with St. Clair County Transit District, Great Rivers Greenway and Madison County Transit to encourage residents to…
Read MoreCahokia Heights Fine Dining is Rep. Schmidt’s ‘Business of the Month’
After receiving submissions from across the 114th District, State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt) has chosen Cahokia Heights Fine Dining as his “Business of The Month.” The upscale restaurant is owned and operated by Zeleke Awash and offers customers a fine dining experience in Cahokia Heights. “If you reside in Cahokia Heights or just visiting and…
Read MoreChambers USA 2026 recognizes 14 Armstrong Teasdale lawyers, 5 practice areas
Fourteen Armstrong Teasdale lawyers and five practice areas across multiple jurisdictions have been recognized in the 2026 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business. For more than two decades, Chambers has been highlighting top lawyers and law firms across the United States. Firms submit detailed information about their teams and areas of strength,…
Read MoreFreightWeekSTL 2026 opens with forward-looking conversation on innovative supply chain companies garnering investment
St. Louis venture capitalist spotlights emerging technologies and the region’s competitive advantage FreightWeekSTL 2026 kicked off with its first virtual session, “Funding the Next Generation of Supply Chain Innovation,” bringing together industry leaders and innovators to examine how venture investment is shaping the future of logistics and supply chain operations. The session featured J.P. Keating,…
Read MoreWhat does an El Nino summer mean for Illinois crops?
By RHIANNON BRANCH FarmWeek As tropical weather patterns suggest a shift to El Nino conditions, FarmWeek interviewed Eric Snodgrass, a principal atmospheric scientist with Nutrien Ag Solutions, to see what Illinois farmers should be watching as summer nears. Q: What is the short-term weather forecast for Illinois? A: The beginning of June is going to…
Read MoreEconomic market update: U.S. markets hold strong amidst turmoil
By ERIC KELLEY Executive VP, Chief Investment Officer UMB Private Wealth Management The conflict with Iran continues, the Strait of Hormuz remains closed and 20 percent of the world’s energy supply has been constrained for more than 90 days. At the outset of this conflict, May 15 was often stated as the “pain point” when…
Read MoreSouthwestern Illinois College announces new dental hygiene, dental assisting programs
Southwestern Illinois College has announced plans to launch a new Dental Hygiene and Dental Assisting programs beginning in Fall 2027, pending final approval and accreditation. The programs are expected to be offered at the college’s Fairview Heights location. The new programs are being developed to help meet the growing demand for skilled dental professionals throughout…
Read MoreLane closures on Illinois 255 at Seminary Road begin June 8
The Illinois Department of Transportation has announced that lane closures on Illinois 255 between Seminary Road and the Illinois 255/U.S. 67 split north of Godfrey in Madison County will begin Monday, June 8, weather permitting. One lane will remain open in each direction. The closures are necessary for pavement resurfacing. The project is expected to be…
Read MoreWeek of June activities kicks off Edwardsville’s Route 66 centennial celebration
The City of Edwardsville is jump-starting its Route 66 centennial celebration this month with a week’s worth of fun activities for all ages, including concerts, a movie under the stars, a pickleball tournament, a 10K race, a visit by Lightning McQueen of “Cars” fame and, of course, the extravaganza that is the Edwardsville Route 66…
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