Vandalia Grand Levee set for June 15 at the Vandalia Statehouse State Historic Site
The Vandalia Statehouse State Historic Site will host the annual Grand Levee, an annual celebration of the grand receptions held during the 1800s to honor government dignitaries and important visitors, will take place Saturday, June 14. The event, which features an entire day of activities and entertainment, is free and open to the public. The…
Read MoreLegendary Little River Band to perform Aug. 24 at Du Quoin State Fair
Get ready for a night of unforgettable music and timeless classics as the Little River Band is set to perform at the Du Quoin State Fair Grandstand on Sunday, Aug. 24, 2025. With sales topping 35 million, and a legacy that includes being the first band to have Top 10 hits for six consecutive years,…
Read MoreThere’s something for everyone at Illinois State Fair
By HANNAH SPANGLER FarmWeek Something old and something new, the Illinois State Fair will offer a little something for everyone to enjoy this year. Fans of the fair and its food gathered at the state fairgrounds in April to celebrate the countdown of 100 days until the Illinois State Fair begins Aug. 7. Thousands…
Read MorePrairie Cardiovascular-O’Fallon welcomes Sydney Pollmann, FNP, Cardiology
Prairie Cardiovascular recently welcomed Sydney Pollmann, FNP, to its team of advanced practice providers. Pollmann is seeing patients at Prairie Cardiovascular at HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital, located at 3 St. Elizabeth’s Blvd. in O’Fallon, Ill. Pollmann is a board-certified family nurse practitioner specializing in cardiology with a clinical focus on arrhythmias and electrophysiology. She provides…
Read MoreUB Greensfelder debuts on 2025 Am Law 200 following transformative 2024 merger
Firm secures spot on prestigious law firm ranking UB Greensfelder LLP (UBG) recently announced that it has debuted on the 2025 Am Law 200 list, The American Lawyer’s annual ranking of the 200 highest-grossing law firms in the United States. This marks UBG’s first appearance on the prestigious list, underscoring the success of its 2024…
Read MoreSpectrum growing its STL area workforce, hiring more than 100 field techs
Industry-leading benefits, including a new employee stock purchase plan and an “earn your degree tuition free” program, help employees advance their careers with Spectrum As Spectrum continues to grow and expand its network, there’s a need to better serve the base of new and existing customers. The company is looking for at least 100 field…
Read MoreIllinois DCFS expands Domestic Violence Co-Location Program to Belleville, Springfield
Local domestic violence advocates will aid DCFS caseworkers across the state in their work to support adult and child survivors of domestic violence The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) recently announced the expansion of the Domestic Violence Co-Location Program (DVCLP) into Sangamon and St. Clair counties. First launched in Winnebago and Lake…
Read MoreOSF Saint Anthony’s earns third consecutive “A” hospital safety grade from The Leapfrog Group
New grade for Spring 2025 is national recognition for patient safety which was also received in Fall and Spring 2024 For the third consecutive time in the past 12 months, a metro east hospital with a 100-year health care ministry in the Riverbend region is celebrating national distinction for achievements in prioritizing patient safety by…
Read MoreLocal aesthetic physician educates on 2025 skincare trends
From minimalist regimens to high-tech tools, today’s skincare trends reflect a growing shift toward innovative, multi-functional, and holistic practices. Fueled by social media, where beauty enthusiasts eagerly swap tips and document transformations, these evolving routines are redefining how we care for our skin. Dr. Kristen M. Jacobs, a local aesthetic physician and founder of Ooh…
Read MoreBlazer Con 2025: A look back at L&C’s first pop culture celebration, next year’s schedule
Lewis and Clark Community College’s inaugural Blazer Con drew fans and community members to campus for an unforgettable day of fun, fandom and connection across sci-fi, fantasy, comics, and pop culture. The convention, held from 1 to 8 p.m., Saturday, April 12, saw a turnout of around 700 students, team members and community members.…
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