Revity Credit Union raises $1,520 for Collinsville Junior Service Club
In May, Revity Credit Union came together to raise $1,520 for the Collinsville Junior Service Club through the Revity Threads of Kindness Program. This program, funded by employees, allows Revity Credit Union staff to embody the credit union’s philosophy of people helping people. By contributing a monthly monetary donation to a local organization, employees can…
Read MoreSchrage hired as community manager at The Wedge Innovation Center
The Wedge Innovation Center Powered by SIUE recently announced the hiring of Stephanie Schrage as Community Manager. The former Alton Main Street Board President brings over 10 years of experience connecting entrepreneurs, fostering collaboration, and driving social impact innovation, exactly the expertise needed to fuel The Wedge’s mission as the region’s premier startup community. In…
Read MoreArea company staying steps ahead of tariffs
Company remains agile despite tariffs levied so far, Budzinski finds By CHARLES BOLINGER Editor, Times-Tribune [email protected] A visit to First to the Finish in Edwardsville on May 29 showed Illinois Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) that First to the Finish remains steps ahead of tariffs by adapting and pivoting when necessary. She and her staff…
Read MoreBoeing contributes $150K to support regional tornado recovery efforts
Boeing (NYSE: BA) is donating $150,000 to support tornado recovery efforts in St. Louis and southern Kentucky. Funding from the Boeing Charitable Trust will support the following organizations: $100,000 for the Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis to provide impacted neighborhoods with supplies, food, water, lodging and clean-up support. $50,000 for American Red Cross, to…
Read MoreInterstate 70 location powers $800M beef plant investment
State-of-the-art facility boosts St. Louis region’s manufacturing sector American Foods Group opened a new 800,000-square-foot beef processing facility in April in Wright City, Mo., adjacent to Interstate 70 (I-70). The location not only connects the new facility to the St. Louis region but also to the global freight network. The $800 million facility – known…
Read MoreBudzinski headlines Public Education Town Hall to address deepening attacks, federal funding loss
On May 29, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (D-IL-13) headlined a town hall at East St. Louis Senior High School hosted by the Public Education Alliance to address the devastating impact of the Trump administration’s threats to public education and of revoked federal COVID-relief funds. Congresswoman Budzinski was joined by National Education Association President Becky Pringle, American…
Read MoreArthur Williams joins The Gori Law Firm as new attorney
The Gori Law Firm recently welcomed its newest New Orleans-based attorney, Arthur Williams. Williams began working on civil lawsuits in the Louisiana state judiciary in both Baton Rouge and New Orleans. He has practiced law in personal injury and corporate defense. Williams currently practices asbestos litigation and works to seek compensation for individuals and their…
Read MoreS. M. Wilson promotes Lorts, Aylesworth
S. M. Wilson & Co., a St. Louis-based construction management and general contracting firm, has promoted Patrick Aylesworth and Kerry Lorts to Market Executives. In these newly defined roles, Market Executives will oversee strategic market positioning, client engagement, project execution and revenue growth within their assigned sectors. They will also be accountable for profit and…
Read MoreBelt passes Warehouse Tornado Preparedness Act in wake of Edwardsville tragedy
In direct response to the deadly tornado that struck an Amazon warehouse in Edwardsville in December 2021, State Senator Christopher Belt passed a measure through the Illinois Senate creating the Warehouse Tornado Preparedness Act. “This tragedy exposed serious gaps in emergency preparedness at large warehouse facilities,” said Belt (D-Swansea). “This measure ensures no worker in…
Read MoreThe Wedge Powered by SIUE announces June programming
June lineup features free legal support, networking events, and community collaboration sessions focused on digital equity The Wedge Powered by SIUE, announces its June programming lineup designed to empower small businesses, foster community connections, and drive regional economic development. The events offer practical tools, expert insights, and collaborative opportunities for entrepreneurs, community leaders, and residents…
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