OSF HealthCare welcomes new gastroenterologist Tarik Firozi, MD
OSF HealthCare recently announced the addition of a new gastroenterologist provider to its staff to better serve Alton and the surrounding areas. The addition of Tarik Firozi, MD, on April 6, 2026, strengthens patient care by bringing specialized expertise in diagnosing and treating digestive conditions, leading to faster and more accurate outcomes. Dr. Firozi’s addition…
Read MoreGrafton Ferry opens for year-round service April 10
Ribbon cutting ceremony planned for 10 a.m. at ferry landing in Grafton It’s official! The Grafton Ferry will open Friday, April 10 with expanded hours and year-round service between St. Charles County, Mo., and the City of Grafton, Ill. An official ribbon cutting ceremony will be held on the Grafton Ferry landing at 10 a.m.…
Read MoreOne Day, One SIUE celebration: SIUE prepares to ‘soar’
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville will host its fifth annual One Day, One SIUE celebration at 6 p.m. on Thursday, April 23, bringing together alumni, partners and the campus community for a day of giving and an evening celebration that will glow. In 2025, the SIUE community raised $2,880,842.81. The amount included seven new scholarship endowments, one new…
Read MoreSt. Louis Fed announces change to board of directors
The Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis has announced the following change to its board of directors, effective March 2026: D. Neil Dauby, chairman and CEO of German American Bank in Jasper, Ind., has been elected as a Class A director to fill the unexpired portion of a three-year term. Also serving on the board are: Misty Borrowman, president and CEO of Constitution Bank, National Association…
Read MoreGov. Pritzker doubles funding for Regional Site Readiness Program
Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) recently announced an additional $30 million in funding for the Regional Site Readiness Program—bringing the total to $60 million for this round. This additional funding ensures more regions throughout the state will attract industrial economic development. The program also includes an additional…
Read MoreFirst Mid Bank & Trust spotlights latest scam trends during 2026 tax season
Tax scams are surging in 2026, and the numbers are alarming. Nearly one in four Americans has either fallen victim to a tax-related scheme or knows someone who has, with losses averaging $8,000 per person. As artificial intelligence gives fraudsters more sophisticated tools, First Mid Bank & Trust (First Mid) is raising awareness about the…
Read MoreSecond annual Southern Plane Pull: MidAmerica St. Louis Airport April 25
Teams will test their strength by pulling a 22‑ton aircraft to support Special Olympics Illinois athletes statewide The Illinois Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) and Special Olympics Illinois are welcoming back the second annual Southern Plane Pull at MidAmerica St. Louis Airport on Saturday, April 25. The high-energy fundraiser challenges teams of 10 to go…
Read MoreSIU Carbondale to honor eight 2026 Excellence Award recipients
Southern Illinois University Carbondale will recognize eight faculty and staff members for superior scholarship and creative endeavors, teaching and service with the 2026 Excellence Awards. The awards are bestowed annually for exceptional work both in and outside the classroom. The recipients will be recognized during a ceremony at 3 p.m. Tuesday, April 14, in Morris…
Read MoreSt. Louis Mosaic Project highlights global talent as economic growth strategy
Second annual International Hiring Challenge offers employers one practical entry point into a broader international talent pipeline The St. Louis Mosaic Project (Mosaic) is calling greater attention to the role of global talent in strengthening the St. Louis region’s workforce, competitiveness and long-term economic growth, while launching the second year of its International Hiring Challenge…
Read MoreRevity Credit Union employees raise $1,405 for Main Street Community Center
Revity Credit Union employees joined together to raise $1,405 for the Main Street Community Center in Edwardsville, Ill., through their ongoing Jeans for Generations program. Revity Credit Union’s Jeans for Generations program reflects the credit union philosophy of people helping people, empowering employees to support local organizations making a meaningful difference. Each month, Revity employees…
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