St. Clair County: I-55/70 patching begins July 1
The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that lane restrictions will be encountered on northbound I-55/70 between I-64 and Illinois 203, weather permitting. The left two lanes will be closed beginning at 7 a.m. Tuesday, July 1, and will be reopened no later than 5 p.m. Wednesday, July 2. All entrance and exit ramps will remain…
Read MoreAlton’s OSF HealthCare lymphedema education meeting scheduled for July 3
Monthly education meetings take place on the first Thursday OSF HealthCare Rehabilitation Services in Alton will be holding its monthly lymphedema education meeting on Thursday, July 3. Riverbend region residents are invited to join the OSF Lymphedema Therapy Team for this free educational session about lymphedema and meet other people with lymphedema. The July lymphedema…
Read MoreBost urges new audit of St. Louis postal distribution center
U.S. Representative Mike Bost (R-IL-12) is again urging the U.S. Postal Service’s Office of Inspector General to audit the St. Louis Processing and Distribution Center. Bost cited continued complaints from Southern Illinois constituents about chronic mail delays, misdirected deliveries, and lost items. In a letter dated June 25, 2025, Bost addressed problems that have persisted…
Read MoreMadison County: Overnight I-270 westbound closures July 1
The Illinois Department of Transportation has announced intermittent overnight closures of westbound Interstate 270 between Illinois 157 and Interstate 255 in Madison County beginning, weather permitting, Tuesday, July 1. Closures will start at 9 p.m. to allow crews to repair overhead sign trusses. The work will occur for one night only. In addition to the…
Read MoreLeadership GOLD: A tale of two brokers
20 years of BARBERMURPHY By WAYNE BARBER When Paul Murphy and I joined forces to begin BARBERMURPHY back in 2005, there were no two people who were more dissimilar in characteristics. Paul was softspoken, quiet and reserved. I was not. Paul was tall and red-haired. I was short and black-haired. Paul ate meat on Fridays.…
Read MoreMadison County property tax bills are out; first payment due July 23
Madison County Treasurer Mike Babcock wants property owners to know tax bills were mailed on June 16, and the first installment due date is July 23. The remaining due dates are September 23, October 8, and December 8. Babcock said although the Treasurer’s Office serves as the county’s tax collector, it’s important to remember that…
Read MoreThe Wedge, powered by SIUE, unveils July programming
Something electric is happening in downtown Alton. The Wedge, powered by SIUE, is turning up the energy this July with a lineup of dynamic events that bring together entrepreneurs, visionaries, and changemakers from across the region. “At The Wedge, we’re not just hosting events—we’re building a culture of possibility. July’s lineup is about giving people…
Read MoreSt. Clair County: Overnight I-255 northbound closures June 30
The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced intermittent overnight closures of northbound Interstate 255 between Illinois 15 and State Street in St. Clair County beginning, weather permitting, Monday, June 30. Closures will start at 9 p.m. to allow crews to repair overhead sign trusses. The work will occur for one night only. In addition to…
Read MorePOSTPONED: Beverly Farm June 27 fireworks display canceled due to weather
UPDATE – POSTPONED: The Beverly Farm Fireworks display scheduled for this evening, June 27, 2025, at 9:30 p.m. has been postponed due to the ongoing thunderstorms that are expected to continue into this evening and the extremely wet conditions on its campus grounds. With safety concerns in mind for the residents and all visitors who…
Read MoreMathis, Marifian & Richter opens new office in Freeburg
Law firm Mathis, Marifian & Richter, Ltd. recently opened a new office in Freeburg, Ill. The office is located at 111 S. State St., with native Allyson T. Schwab serving her community by bringing a wide range of legal services and experience of MMR’s attorneys to Freeburg. With a team of 20 attorneys, MMR…
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