Applications accepted now through April 30   The American Water Charitable Foundation, a philanthropic non-profit organization established by American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., along with Missouri American Water, announced recently it is now accepting applications for hydration station grants from eligible 501(c)(3) public charities and K-12…

Public transit is a critical component of a region’s transportation system—whether you ride it or not. Yet many communities struggle to fully recognize and articulate the value transit brings to the economy, personal mobility and quality of life. This challenge becomes especially important when ongoing public understanding and support are needed, including at the ballot…

April 1 may bring jokes and pranks for many, but Madison County child advocates say protecting children is a matter far too serious for humor. Community leaders and local officials will gather at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, April 1, at Riverbend Family Ministries (144 E. Ferguson Ave., Wood River) to launch Child Abuse Prevention Month…

  Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Department of Mass Communications will host its annual Mass Comm Week from March 23 to March 26, 2026. Media professionals visiting the Edwardsville campus will focus on the integration of artificial intelligence in today’s media landscape. Each year, the Department organizes a week of opportunities for students to learn from…

For several days beginning Monday, March 23, access to and from Main Street will be blocked at Vandalia Street as part of the ongoing water main replacement project. The closure is expected to last up to five days, weather permitting. However, while eastbound and westbound access will not be possible, drivers already on Main Street…