New technology gives Ameren Illinois a clearer view of grid health
Ameren Illinois crews are putting new technology to work in the Metro East, giving engineers a clearer picture of when to replace critical power lines before problems occur. Recently, an East St. Louis line crew operated the company’s LineVue device on sub-transmission lines in between Sauget and Cahokia Heights, testing the condition and expected…
Read More2026 Illinois Manufacturing Hall of Fame inductees to be honored
Celebrates people, products and companies with remarkable impact on manufacturing The Illinois Manufacturers’ Association (IMA) is honoring its 2026 class of inductees into the Illinois Manufacturing Hall of Fame on Thursday, June 25, recognizing the people, products and companies that have made an enduring impact on the state’s manufacturing industry. Established in 2024, the Illinois…
Read MoreMadison County’s Pulido graduates from FBI National Academy
The Madison County Sheriff’s Office recently announced via social media that Chief Deputy Sheriff Marcos D. Pulido has graduated from the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Va., joining an elite group of law enforcement leaders from around the world. Pulido was among 255 law enforcement officers who graduated from the 298th Session of the FBI…
Read MoreSIUE earns national recognition in 2026 U.S. News & World Report rankings
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville continues to earn national recognition for academic excellence and student success, with a top ranking among National Universities and recognized in the top 200 among Top Public Schools in the 2026 edition of Best Colleges by U.S. News & World Report. The rankings highlight SIUE’s continued commitment to providing accessible, high-quality…
Read MoreFreight rail study highlights need for regional coordination, data-driven investment
FreightWeekSTL panel underscores importance of collaboration, multimodal integration and long-term planning for rail network efficiency to strengthen St. Louis Region’s position as a global logistics hub Leaders from across the freight rail, logistics and planning sectors convened during FreightWeekSTL to discuss early insights from an ongoing Freight Rail Efficiency Study and what it means for…
Read MoreGardens at SIUE featured among Illinois hidden gems
Tucked within the scenic campus of Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is one of the region’s most peaceful and visually captivating destinations, the Gardens at SIUE, a 36-acre living laboratory where nature, art, education, and culture come together in unexpected ways. Recently highlighted among noteworthy Illinois garden destinations, the Gardens at SIUE invites visitors to…
Read MoreCaritas Family Solutions’ Mary Savage celebrates 35 years of service
Mary Savage, director of Licensing at Caritas Family Solutions, recently celebrated 35 years of service dedicated to helping children find safe, loving homes and empowering foster families to make a lasting difference in their lives. Savage began her work in child welfare in 1990 and joined Caritas 15 years ago. She quickly found a supportive…
Read MoreMississippi Earthtones Festival issues Call for Art reminder; deadline
The hosts of the Mississippi Earthtones Festival are searching for an artist to design entryway banners for the 20th Annual Mississippi Earthtones Festival on Sept. 19, 2026. Hosts Sierra Club Illinois’ Three Rivers Project, Alton Main Street, and the Jacoby Arts Center encourage interested artists to apply for this exciting opportunity. The banners will greet…
Read MoreNinth annual Schnucks Folds of Honor ‘Round Up at the Register’ raises $125K
Funds will provide 25 scholarships to families of military veterans and first responders Schnuck Markets Inc. has announced that Schnucks customers and the company pledged a gift of $125,000 to benefit Folds of Honor, a nonprofit organization that provides educational scholarships to the spouses and children of veterans and first responders who were killed or…
Read MoreThe Gori Law Firm welcomes new attorney to New Orleans office
The Gori Law Firm announces the start of Louisiana-based associate attorney Dalton Hirshorn. With a background in criminal defense and as a plaintiffs’ side litigator, Hirshorn now joins the firm’s asbestos litigation team and helps clients affected by asbestos exposure. “We’re excited to welcome Dalton to our firm and grow our litigation practice in New…
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