Swansea man accused of robbing a credit union
EAST ST. LOUIS, Ill. – A man appeared in federal court Wednesday to face a federal charge for allegedly robbing a credit union in Swansea. Deondre E. Jones, 55, is facing one count of bank robbery. “Thanks to a strong, coordinated response by law enforcement, this defendant’s attempt to rob the credit union ended almost…
Read MoreLocal grease company highlights vital resource during National Groundwater Awareness Week
National Groundwater Awareness Week is observed from March 8 through 14 The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimates 200 million gallons of used cooking oil are dumped on the ground, poured in trash cans or poured down the drain every single year. This grease can leak into the local environment, wreaking havoc on the land, including…
Read MoreIMPACT Strategies’ Nicholas Walker named SIUE’s 2026 Distinguished CLI Alumni
Nicholas Walker, vice president of Project Development and Strategy of IMPACT Strategies, is the recipient of Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s 2026 Construction Leadership Institute (CLI) Alumni Leadership Award. The CLI Alumni Leadership Award recognizes an outstanding graduate who has demonstrated exceptional leadership and service to the St. Louis area building community. At IMPACT Strategies, Walker…
Read MoreFirst Bankers Trust Company, Adams experts partner to provide tools to small businesses
First Bankers Trust Company, N.A. (First Bankers Trust), a wholly-owned subsidiary of First Bankers Trustshares Inc., has announced that it is partnering with Adams experts to provide education for small businesses to prevent a cyber-attack and to better understand their cyber insurance coverage. The event is scheduled from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. on April…
Read MoreEdwardsville Police join St. Patrick’s Day impaired driving enforcement effort
St. Patrick’s Day is traditionally celebrated with parades, parties, green beer and more in communities throughout the state. To remind motorists of the dangers of impaired driving and to help keep our streets safe, Edwardsville Police officers will be teaming up with the Illinois State Police and Illinois Department of Transportation for a stepped-up traffic…
Read MoreSIUE Construction Leadership Institute announces 2026 graduates
The Construction Leadership Institute (CLI) at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville celebrated 39 graduates of its program Friday, March 6, as a part of the CLI Graduation celebration. Developed by the SIUE Schools of Business and Engineering, the CLI provides the knowledge, skills and strategies that individuals and companies need in today’s challenging construction industry.…
Read MoreEconomic market update: AI, Iran, inflation and K-shaped consumption
By ERIC KELLEY Executive VP, Chief Investment Officer UMB Private Wealth Management 2026 has already been a year replete with spicy news items, and February was no exception. Our update is longer than usual, as the events of the last month require a bit more exploration. The primary February headlines came from a newsletter regarding…
Read MoreHome, hangout, or quick hello: Edwardsville continues to bloom and grow
By MELISSA CROCKETT MESKE Managing Editor, Illinois Business Journal [email protected] Edwardsville Mayor Art Risavy hosted the city’s annual Business Forecast Breakfast on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, in the Morris University Center on the main campus of Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. The full room of attendees were abuzz as they waited to learn about 2025…
Read MorePublic comment sought on proposed Illinois 177 improvements in St. Clair County
The Illinois Department of Transportation will hold a public meeting to discuss a study for the proposed improvements on Illinois 177 in Mascoutah. The meeting will be held: Wednesday, March 18 4 to 7 p.m. Mascoutah High School 1313 W. Main St., Mascoutah The project involves replacing the existing pavement on Illinois 177 in Mascoutah…
Read MoreHinckley Allen Social Justice Partner: The Teen Court Foundation of St. Clair County
Firm expands Social Justice Partner Program to the Midwest, supporting Restorative Youth Justice Hinckley Allen recently announced that The Teen Court Foundation of St. Clair County, based in Belleville, Ill., has been selected as the firm’s 2026 Social Justice Partner, officially expanding the Social Justice Partner Program into the Midwest. The partnership reflects the firm’s…
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