Orr introduced as CNO, Lederle as ER manager, at Gateway Regional Medical Center
Gateway Regional Medical Center recently introduced Zachary Orr, MSN, APRN, AGACNP-BC, AGPCNP, CCRN, CVRN-BC, as its chief nursing officer (CNO). Orr began his nursing career in 2017 in the emergency room before quickly advancing to ER team leader. During the Covid-19 pandemic, he transitioned to the Trauma ICU, providing critical care during unprecedented times. In…
Read MoreCareers in View: OSF Saint Anthony’s Sister M. Beata Ziegler, F.S.G.M.
By MELISSA CROCKETT MESKE IBJ Managing Editor [email protected] As OSF Saint Anthony’s Health Center celebrates 100 years of serving the community with care and compassion, Vice President of Operations and Special Projects Sister M. Beata Ziegler, F.S.G.M., has been at the forefront of everyday interactions with its patients, providers and partners for five years…
Read MoreFairview Heights discusses destination marketing plans at WWTR
By RANDY PIERCE [email protected] Pending final approval of the 2025-26 fiscal year budget that is expected to occur prior to the end of this month, the City of Fairview Heights is planning to advertise, in an effort to attract visitors who will spend shopping and dining dollars here, at World Wide Technology Raceway for the…
Read MoreAnderson Healthcare, Hospital welcome new board members
The Anderson Healthcare Board recently welcomed new members: John McCracken As a respected business and real estate attorney in southwestern Illinois, McCracken brings a wealth of expertise and leadership to the Anderson Healthcare organization. He is the founder of McCracken Law Firm, which specializes in legal matters related to owning and operating businesses as well…
Read MoreBusey Bank helps SIHF enhance medical services
Financing empowers nonprofit to expand access to quality healthcare Busey Bank recently announced its support of the financing of Southern Illinois Healthcare Foundation’s (SIHF) latest initiative, aimed at expanding healthcare services in Belleville, Ill. SIHF, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare services to communities throughout Southern Illinois, will now be able to purchase…
Read MoreIEMA announces second round of funding for Illinois NFP Security Grant Program
$20 million in funding will help organizations at risk of terrorist attack implement enhanced safety measures The Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS) recently announced $20 million in available grant funding for the second round of the Illinois Not-for-Profit Security Grant Program (NSGP-IL). The funding will help eligible 501(c)(3) organizations that…
Read MoreFormer southern Illinois police chief pleads guilty to corruption charges
EAST ST. LOUIS, Ill. – A former Wayne City police chief appeared in federal court Monday and admitted to selling forfeited items confiscated by the department for his personal benefit. Anson Fenton, 46, of Belle Rive, pleaded guilty to one count of misapplication of property from federally funded programs and one count of interstate transportation…
Read MoreLewis and Clark State Historic Site hosts explorers Prince Maximilian, Karl Bodmer presentation on April 12
The Lewis and Clark State Historic Site will host “Prince Maximilian and Karl Bodmer: Touring the Wilderness of North America” at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 12 in the Lewis and Clark State Historic Site Interpretive Center Theater. Historian and author Brian “Fox” Ellis will portray the Prince of Wied, Maximilian, as he takes you…
Read MoreEdwardsville to host April 7 public hearing on Old North Interceptor sewer replacement
A public hearing will be held at 3 p.m. on Monday, April 7, 2025 in Edwardsville’s City Council Chambers (located at 118 Hillsboro Ave.). The purpose of the public hearing is to receive public comments on the Project Plan prepared by the City of Edwardsville, Ill., and a Preliminary Environmental Impacts Determination (PEID) prepared by…
Read MoreIllinois 140 resurfacing in Madison County to begin April 7
BETHALTO – The Illinois Department of Transportation has announced that intermittent lane closures on Illinois 140 between the intersection of Illinois 111/Illinois 140 and Sanders Street in Madison County will begin, weather permitting, Monday, April 7, for resurfacing. Flaggers will maintain one lane of traffic. The work is expected to be completed by July. Drivers…
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