SIUE School of Business hosts first combined advisory board meeting at The Wedge
The Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) School of Business recently hosted a “dynamic” advisory board meeting and social, bringing together members from across the school’s various advisory boards for an evening of collaboration, networking, and celebration. The event, held at The Wedge—one of the university’s newest and most innovative spaces—marked the first time that…
Read MoreState Senator Erica Harriss to hold November traveling office hours
The office of State Senator Erica Harriss (R-56th-Glen Carbon) will host traveling office hours across the 56th District from Tuesday, Nov. 4, through Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025, providing constituents with a convenient opportunity to meet with her team, discuss concerns, and receive assistance on state-related matters. “Meeting with residents across our district is one of…
Read MoreIMPACT Strategies continues construction professionals team growth
IMPACT Strategies Inc. recently announced the addition of several professionals to its team: In its Construction Operations group, Lowell Kircher joined as senior project manager. Kircher holds a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville and brings over 20 years of experience in the healthcare construction industry. As a senior project manager…
Read MoreMueller Furniture becomes a first regional independent retailer accepting Bitcoin
Mueller Furniture & Mattress recently announced that it is now accepting Bitcoin as a form of payment. This makes the fourth-generation family-owned business one of the first independently owned furniture retailers in the region to embrace cryptocurrency. To celebrate this innovative step, Mueller Furniture is offering an additional 15 percent savings to customers who choose…
Read MoreBorder Patrol Commander Greg Bovino ordered to testify in federal court
Judge asked to order many immigrants released from detention to electronic monitoring By HANNAH MEISEL Capitol News Illinois Article Summary A federal judge on Friday ordered U.S. Customs and Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino to testify in federal court on Oct. 28. The order came the day after Bovino himself threw a canister of tear…
Read MoreWomen leaders to converge Nov. 5 for ‘See the Signs… Be the Change’
By MELISSA CROCKETT MESKE Managing Editor, Illinois Business Journal [email protected] Regional businesswomen, entrepreneurs, and other professionals will soon gather for the 2025 Women’s Conference, an annual event aimed at inspiring leadership, professional growth, and community impact across the Metro East and beyond. Set for Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025, at The Outlet Event Center at…
Read MoreBen Eberwein is new loan officer for Bradford National Bank
Bradford National Bank recently announced the addition of Ben Eberwein to its lending team. The announcement was made by Senior Vice President John Keeven for the bank. With nearly two decades of lending experience, Eberwein brings a wealth of knowledge in commercial, residential, and consumer loans. His expertise and dedication to helping clients find the…
Read MoreMetro East Park and Recreation District celebrates 25 years of ‘growing together’
This year marks a special anniversary for the Metro East Park and Recreation District (MEPRD) and for the entire region. Since its inception in 2000, MEPRD has been dedicated to one primary goal: Helping its partners build a world-class system of parks and interconnected trails. All along the way, MEPRD has been tracking the data,…
Read MoreSIU School of Dental Medicine offers free dental visit for veterans Nov. 13
Pre-registration required for this 8th annual veterans dental care day hosted by SIU SDM SIU School of Dental Medicine (SIU SDM) will be hosting the eighth annual Veterans Dental Care Day on Thursday, Nov. 13. Free comprehensive dental care includes exams, x-rays, cleanings, fillings and dental extractions. All will be provided in the…
Read MoreEdwardsville Police Department awarded IDOT grant for extra traffic enforcement
The Edwardsville Police Department has announced that it has been awarded a federal fiscal year 2026 Sustained Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) grant. Funded by federal highway safety dollars through the Illinois Department of Transportation, the grant will support increased traffic safety enforcement efforts aimed at saving lives and reducing crashes. “We are grateful for this…
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