O’Fallon area chamber hosts ribbon cutting for Hero Roofing and Exteriors
The O’Fallon-Shiloh Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for Hero Roofing and Exteriors, located at 114 East State Street in O’Fallon, to celebrate its July 3 grand opening. Shown at the center with the oversized scissors used to cut the ribbon is Owner Mark Vanbibber. To view more photos and video from…
Read MoreOSF Saint Anthony’s to offer free mental health first aid training
Session to be held from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, July 25, at OSF Saint Anthony’s Health Center In response to the nation’s mental health crisis, as well as the need for mental health resources in the Riverbend region, OSF Saint Anthony’s Health Center – Psychological Services will offer free mental health first…
Read MorePoettker Industrial wins Ameren Eagle, Best In Class-High Volume awards
Poettker Industrial Services, a woman-owned business specializing in utility construction, won the prestigious Ameren Eagle and Best In Class-High Volume awards, recognizing the company’s outstanding performance in safety, execution, leadership and commitment on its 86 projects for Ameren in 2024. “Ameren is one of Poettker Industrial’s key accounts, so winning their distinguished Ameren Eagle and…
Read MoreSecond annual Formula 1 Powerboat Midwest Nationals return to Alton
Get ready for the return of Formula 1 Powerboat Championship Series racing, presented by Simmons Hanly Conroy national law firm, when this highly anticipated event returns to the Mississippi River July 18-20 at Alton’s Riverfront Park. Tickets are on sale now for this two-day series of races that take place on the Mighty Mississippi…
Read MoreIllinois 143 lane closures in Madison County scheduled beginning July 16
The Illinois Department of Transportation recently announced that intermittent lane closures will take place on Illinois 143 between Illinois 255 and Bender Road in Roxana beginning, weather permitting, Wednesday, July 16, for resurfacing work. Flaggers will maintain two-way traffic. The closures are expected to continue through mid-October. Motorists should expect delays and are encouraged to…
Read MoreDierbergs, partners and customers, donate over $80K to STL tornado relief
In response to the recent devastating tornadoes that impacted the St. Louis community, Dierbergs, its partners, and generous customers united to donate over $80,000 in relief aid, essential supplies, and meals to help local families recover and rebuild their lives. “Supporting the communities where we live and work is at the heart of our company,”…
Read MoreMEPRD unveils FY26 grant cycle offering $6.43M for local parks, trails, regional connections
$6.43M in available grant funding will support park and trail development, community master planning, local recreation events, and a new Priority Path Initiative to create key trail connections throughout Madison and St. Clair counties in Illinois The Metro East Park and Recreation District (MEPRD) recently announced the launch of its Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) grant…
Read MoreRep. Hoffman highlights release of new grants for area libraries
Local libraries are in line to receive additional state resources to support the purchase of new books, technology and more following the release of new per capita library grants supported by state Rep. Jay Hoffman (D-Swansea). “This support helps our local libraries in their mission of being accessible places of learning and discovery,” Hoffman said.…
Read MoreEast St. Louis Metrobus Stop selected for next Transit Stop Transformation Project
Partners invite community input on what they’d like to see at the site, which serves 47% of all transit riders in St. Clair County Citizens for Modern Transit, AARP in St. Louis and the St. Clair County Transit District have selected MetroBus Stop #13101 – located in the retail corridor of East St. Louis in…
Read MoreCalvin Matthews named Corporate Services Practice Group Leader at Armstrong Teasdale
National law firm Armstrong Teasdale recently announced that Partner E. Calvin Matthews IV has assumed the role of Practice Group Leader for the firm’s Corporate Services group, effective July 1, 2025. Jennifer Byrne, who has led the group since 2020, returns full-time to her role as Partner to meet increasing client demand. Both attorneys are…
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