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SIUC’s Archaeology Field School seeks insight into one of Illinois’ earliest Black communities

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  A Southern Illinois University Carbondale student archaeology team is spending six weeks unearthing research to help tell the story of what is believed to be the oldest continually inhabited Black community in Illinois. For Brendan Jennings, it’s an “incredible opportunity” not only for descendants of the unincorporated Lakeview community in Saline County, but also…

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MISO selects consortium to deliver major grid-bolstering projects in Illinois

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The Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) has selected a consortium of Ameren Transmission Company of Illinois (ATXI), a subsidiary of Ameren Corporation (NYSE: AEE); GridLiance Heartland LLC, a subsidiary of NextEra Energy Transmission LLC; Dairyland Power Cooperative; and the Illinois Municipal Electric Agency (IMEA) to develop, build, operate and maintain two major transmission projects. ATXI…

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LC offers real estate classes this summer semester

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Lewis and Clark Community College is meeting the changes and challenges in the growing real estate field by offering classes to help individuals enter that career field as brokers. An individual must pass a total of 75 hours of instruction to take the Real Estate Broker’s licensure exam. Lewis and Clark is offering three different…

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Winners of 21st annual juried Student Art Exhibition at LC announced

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  Lewis and Clark Community College recently announced the winners of its 21st annual Student Art Exhibition. This year’s exhibit, which comprised 52 original pieces, brought together a curated selection of students’ artwork from the college’s Fine Art and Graphic Design programs. Gabrielle McQuay earned the top spot with her charcoal drawing. “Still Life.” “I…

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Conservation leader warns state cannot afford to ignore soil, water funding crisis

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As Illinois lawmakers enter the final weeks of budget negotiations before the May 31 deadline, southern Illinois conservation leader Dale Shumaker is urging state leaders to reach a bipartisan solution that fully supports Illinois’ Soil and Water Conservation Districts before more local conservation capacity is lost. Shumaker, president of the Association of Illinois Soil &…

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Edwardsville to host summer event series to celebrate America’s 250th birthday

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The City of Edwardsville will take a weeklong trek through history this summer to mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Thanks to the collaboration of community groups, Edwardsville’s America 250 celebration will feature a fun and patriotic series of musical performances; a movie; historical reenactors; an all-ages parade in City Park; creative,…

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Governor announces additional appointments including those in southwestern Illinois region

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Illinois Governor JB Pritzker recently announced the following appointments to boards and commissions, including those that impact the southwestern Illinois region: Capital Development Board Ama Addai will continue to serve as a Member of the Capital Development Board.* Addai currently serves as Area Director of Civil Infrastructure with TRC Companies Inc., formerly known as The…

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2026 Infrastructure Week: Illinois American Water highlights $290M of expected investments

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In recognition of Infrastructure Week, Illinois American Water recently announced its continued commitment to strengthening water and wastewater infrastructure across the state, with significant planned investments in 2026 totaling approximately $290 million to support safe, clean, reliable and affordable service for customers. Illinois American Water plans to invest approximately $570 million through 2027 focused on…

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