U. S. Steel, Nippon Steel, request court to set aside Biden’s block of merger
TOKYO & PITTSBURGH–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Nippon Steel Corporation (“Nippon Steel”) (TSE: 5401), together with its wholly owned subsidiary Nippon Steel North America, Inc. (“NSNA”), and United States Steel Corporation (“U. S. Steel”) (NYSE: X) (collectively, the “Companies”) have jointly filed their opening brief in their action against former President Biden and his political appointees at the…
Read MoreDu Quoin State Fair announces carnival wristband sale
Buy now and save on unlimited rides this summer Looking for a way to brighten dull winter days and create some excitement for summer? Look no further than the Du Quoin State Fair. Carnival wristbands, which offer one full day of unlimited rides, are on sale now through Aug. 21, 2025, for only $25. Once…
Read MoreScheduled series brings history to life on Route 66
New West End Service Station speaker series debuts, highlighting Black History and Women on Route 66 The community will have the opportunity to learn more about the people who made an impact on the nation’s most famous highway – Route 66 – during two speaker series events planned for Edwardsville’s iconic West End Service…
Read MoreUnited Way of Greater St. Louis celebrates more than $3B local lifetime investment
United Way of Greater St. Louis (UWGSL) has reached a major lifetime milestone of over $3 billion invested in the local community. The 2024 community campaign raised nearly $58 million of United Way’s overall $67 million investment last year. UWGSL unites the community with one goal in mind – helping people live their best possible…
Read MoreSIUE hosts storm spotter training on Feb. 4
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville will host storm spotter training from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 4 in the Morris University Center (MUC) Oak/Redbud Room. The event is free and open to the public, with free parking available in Lot B starting at 6 p.m. Led by SIUE’s extreme weather expert Alan W. Black,…
Read MoreSenator Erica Harriss appointed to six state government committees
State Senator Erica Harriss (R-56th-Glen Carbon) is set to take on a key leadership role once again, continuing as the Minority Spokesperson for the Illinois Senate Local Government Committee in the 104th General Assembly. “There are so many committees to serve on, but as a former county board member, I’ve found my experience to be…
Read MoreBJC opens convenient care clinic in Columbia, Illinois
BJC Medical Group opened its 10th convenient care location at 1000 Eleven South in Columbia, Ill. on Dec. 2, 2024. The providers at the BJC Medical Group Convenient Care at Columbia will serve the community with walk-in and scheduled care for minor conditions, injuries, and illnesses. Providers will see patients of all ages and are…
Read MoreIDNR addresses southern Illinois deer damage issues
By HANNAH SPANGLER FarmWeek Facing escalating crop damage, the Jasper and Clark County Farm Bureaus hosted a meeting for local farmers and landowners to voice their concerns to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR). During the Jan. 21 meeting in Newton, IDNR shared information and answered questions regarding local deer populations and hunting…
Read MoreIDOC to provide career information across the state in February, March
The Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) will participate in at least 10 hiring events open to the public in various locations throughout February and March. These events provide an opportunity for anyone interested in a career with IDOC to learn more about the application process. IDOC recruiters will be available to answer questions and assist…
Read MoreAlton Memorial Hospital announces opening of new residency clinic
Alton Memorial Hospital recently announced on social media the opening of its new BJC Medical Group Family Medicine Residency Clinic at Alton. The clinic offers a wide range of services, including: Sick visits Primary care Well-women visits General physical examinations As part of the SIU Family Medicine Residency Program, the clinic pairs resident physicians with…
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