Two SIUE faculty receive 2025 Excellence in Teaching Award
The Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Office of the Provost announced that Sinan Onal, Ph.D., an associate professor in the School of Engineering (SOE), and Elizabeth Cady, PharmD, in the School of Pharmacy (SOP), are the recipients of the annual Teaching Excellence Award. Onan is recognized as a tenure-track faculty member and Cady as non-tenure track…
Read MoreOp-Ed: Durbin lashes out against Republicans ‘One Big, Beautiful Bill’ Act
Durbin voted against final passage of the bill last week In a speech on the Senate floor today, U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) slammed the Republicans’ so-called One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which will slash Medicaid, Affordable Care Act, and Medicare coverage for 17 million Americans to provide massive tax breaks for millionaires…
Read MorePark North Golf Club grand opening is July 12 in Edwardsville
Park North Golf Club, the area’s new premier golf entertainment complex, will host its grand opening on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at 3601 Sports Park Drive in Edwardsville, Ill. The celebration event will be from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. and is open to the public. Festivities include live music from Sheafor and Simes…
Read MoreEdwardsville PD targets speeding as part of statewide campaign now underway
The Edwardsville Police Department recently announced that it is partnering with the Illinois Department of Transportation, the Illinois State Police, and more than 200 law enforcement agencies across the state in an effort to reduce speeding. Throughout the month of July, motorists can expect increased patrols targeting speeding, as well as other traffic violations. Stepped-up…
Read MoreFormer bank president, contractor plead guilty to federal charge in loan fraud scheme
EAST ST. LOUIS, Ill. – A former bank president and contractor appeared in federal court and admitted to committing bank fraud by conspiring together to falsify loan applications and obtain funds. Francis Eversman, 74, of Collinsville, and Gregg Crawford, 65, of Columbia, each pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit bank fraud for their roles in…
Read MoreOp-Ed: ‘One big, beautiful win for America’s taxpayers’
By U.S. REP. MIKE BOST (R-IL-12) Too many in Washington, D.C., think the answer to every problem is raising taxes on working families and wrapping small businesses in red tape. I disagree. The answer isn’t to make life harder for folks who are already forced to do more with less. That’s why I voted for…
Read MoreRevity Credit Union’s ninth annual ‘Tee Up Fore Veterans’ raises $41,595
Revity Credit Union recently hosted its ninth annual “Tee Up Fore Veterans” Golf Tournament at Stonewolf Golf Club in Fairview Heights, Ill. “Despite the rain,” organizers noted in an official statement that “the community’s spirit shined brightly as the event took place on June 6th, the anniversary of D-Day, a day of profound historical significance.…
Read MoreMCT recognizes former board member Ron Jedda
Madison County Transit (MCT) recently honored former MCT Board of Trustees Member and Chairman Ron Jedda for his years of dedicated service with a commemorative plaque at the MCT Schoolhouse Trail Tunnel under IL-157 in Collinsville. During his tenure, Jedda was a advocate for transit innovation, bus service enhancements, and the continued expansion of…
Read MoreFirst Mid Insurance Group announces acquisition to expand services
First Mid Insurance Group (FMIG), a trusted provider of comprehensive insurance solutions, recently announced its acquisition of certain assets from AAdvantage Insurance, including the former Waterman-Neely agency based in Chatham, Ill. This strategic acquisition advances FMIG’s growth strategy by expanding its presence in the Springfield, Ill., area and strengthening its commercial lines capabilities across the…
Read More‘Rotary Means Business’ 2025 conference unites professionals, entrepreneurs, students
The Rotary Means Business (RMB) Chicagoland Conference 2025 will welcome professionals, entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, students, and Rotarians from across the U.S. for a three-day event centered on networking, professional development, and Rotary’s core values of service and ethical business. Held July 18–20, 2025 at Rotary International Headquarters in Evanston, Ill., the event will offer high-impact…
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