Illinois launches ‘One Click College Admit’ program; SIUE is ‘proud’ participant
A new era in higher education admissions has arrived in Illinois with the launch of the One Click College Admit program, and Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is among the first universities to participate. Governor JB Pritzker and state education leaders announced the initiative on Aug. 19, 2025, offering Illinois students a simpler, barrier-free path…
Read MoreBlue Note Express: Available for select St. Louis Blues home games starting Oct. 9
St. Clair County Transit District is teaming up with Metro Transit to offer another safe, convenient and affordable way for St. Louis Blues fans in the Metro East to get to the Enterprise Center – the Blue Note Express. This new service will be available for select home games starting on Thursday, Oct. 9. A…
Read MoreHistoric property rehabilitation incentives workshop coming on Oct. 8 in Alton
Do you own a historic home or commercial building, or might you be interested in purchasing one? Learn about a variety of financial incentives that are available for property renovations at a workshop at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 8 at The Wedge Innovation Center, 620 E. Broadway, Alton, Ill. The workshop is being co-presented…
Read MoreSt. Louis Fed convenes conference on affordable credit, financial services for underserved communities
The Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis will host the Crossing the Credit Barrier Conference Oct. 22-23, bringing together researchers, bankers, innovators, community leaders and other stakeholders to discuss affordable credit and banking for low- and moderate-income communities. The conference, titled “Crossing the Credit Barrier: Advancing Access and Creating Opportunities,” aims to leverage the intersection…
Read MoreTwo longtime Madison County employees retire after decades of dedication
Two longtime Madison County employees were recently recognized for their service as they prepared for retirement. The Madison County Board honored Karon Wolfe, who retired Sept. 26, and Janis Hagnauer, who retired Oct. 3, during its September board meeting. “Janis and Karon exemplify what public service is about,” Chairman Chris Slusser said. “Their commitment has made…
Read MoreOver $155M coming to Metro East infrastructure, with strong support from Belt
State Senator Christopher Belt secured over $155 million to build and repair infrastructure in the Metro East. “What we are seeing here is a massive investment in every mode of transportation for all Illinoisans,” said Belt (D-Swansea). “We made a commitment to improve our state’s aging infrastructure and this historic funding is a major step…
Read MoreFreightway releases ‘St. Louis County Manufacturing and Logistics Industry Overview’
The St. Louis Regional Freightway recently released the St. Louis County Manufacturing and Logistics Industry Overview, which was developed in collaboration with the St. Louis Economic Development Partnership. St. Louis County, Mo., sits in the central part of the St. Louis region, surrounded by the City of St. Louis and the Mississippi River to the…
Read MoreSIU President Mahony announces new appointments to system departments
Southern Illinois University (SIU) System President Dan Mahony announces the appointments of Justin Oates to serve as the vice president for Financial and Administrative Affairs and board treasurer, as well as Evonne Thompson as the executive director of Audit serving as the chief audit executive for the multi-campus SIU System. A university system-wide committee conducted…
Read MoreCapri Pools & Aquatics partners complete $31.25M expansion to university wellness center
A new 45,800-square-foot expansion to the University of South Dakota Wellness Center now offers a multitude of natatorium fitness, wellness, and fun options for the campus and community in Vermillion, S.D. The $31.25 million project was completed by St. Louis-based Capri Pools & Aquatics (which is also part of regionally-based Contegra Construction) in partnership…
Read MoreNew GeoFutures Strategic Roadmap charts course for STL geospatial ecosystem growth’s next phase
Opening of NGA St. Louis serves as “pivotal inflection point” for STLMade geospatial sector Key takeaways from new GeoFutures Strategic Roadmap Sets a new “North Star” of positioning St. Louis as a world leader in geospatial innovation Lays out strategic priorities focused on talent, innovation, growth, and championing St. Louis Identifies St. Louis’ competitive advantages…
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