Busey Bank Bridge Scholarship applications now available
Financial support available for continuing education endeavors Busey Bank is again offering financial support toward continuing education endeavors to applicants of all ages and educational backgrounds through its Busey Bank Bridge Scholarship. “Supporting students as they pursue higher education is one of the most meaningful ways we can invest in the long‑term strength of our…
Read MoreMadison County offering $5,000 scholarships to local students
Madison County Community Development is accepting applications for a scholarship program designed to assist local students planning to attend college, trade school or other training programs during the upcoming academic year. Through funding provided by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) program will award three scholarships valued…
Read MoreSIUC students advance to national FBLA competition, taking eight top state prizes
A team of Southern Illinois University Carbondale students recently demonstrated their business-world expertise by bringing home a remarkable eight prizes from the recent Future Business Leaders of America state conference. Every participating student from the SIU chapter of Future Business Leaders of America won the right to compete at the national competition on June 5 in Las Vegas by placing…
Read MoreCareers in View: IGE Day means ‘full circle moment’ for three SIUE engineering majors
On Saturday, Feb. 28, Society of Women Engineers (SWE) at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville hosted Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day (IGE Day) for students, grades 6 through 12. Keynote speaker Cathleen Gotsch, Air Dominance Development Excellence Focal, was one of the industry professionals who offered insights into career paths and opportunities in STEM. IGE Day provided…
Read MoreUPDATED: Lane closures on I-55/70 in St. Clair County begin March 12
The Illinois Department of Transportation has announced lane closures on westbound Interstate 55/70 in St. Clair County to allow for bridge maintenance. UPDATED: Beginning at 9 a.m. Thursday, March 12, weather permitting, westbound I-55/70 will be reduced to two lanes between Illinois 203 and Exchange Avenue. All lanes are expected to reopen by 12 Noon Saturday,…
Read MoreDad-and-daughter exhibition to celebrate generational Riverbend creativity
Mooneyham Art is bringing a truly one-of-a-kind exhibition to its Alton gallery in April. Titled Karman’s Daughter, Megan’s Dad, the exhibit features Riverbend artists Megan Fairless and Karman Fairless, a father-daughter creative duo whose artistic journeys have shaped each other across decades. The opening reception for this exhibit takes place from 5 to 9…
Read MoreRevity Credit Union employees raise $1,350 for Children First Foundation
Revity Credit Union employees joined together to raise $1,350 for the Children First Foundation 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 contribute donations to a…
Read MoreLC, SIUC sign transfer agreement to open more pathways for transfer students
Officials from Southern Illinois University Carbondale visited Lewis and Clark Community College’s Godfrey campus on March 5, 2026, for a signing ceremony to mark the addition of new transfer opportunities between the two institutions. SIUC’s Saluki Step Ahead Program allows community college students to apply to SIUC early – during their first year of…
Read MoreWest Star Aviation acquires DCJet, expanding nationwide AOG response, maintenance support
West Star Aviation, a leading provider of maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services for business aviation, recently announced it has completed the acquisition of DCJet. The addition of DCJet strengthens West Star’s nationwide service footprint and enhances the company’s ability to deliver rapid, coordinated Aircraft on Ground (AOG) support across the United States. With this…
Read MoreConstruction of indoor recreational facility at Edwardsville’s Plummer Family Park underway
A groundbreaking ceremony took place at Edwardsville’s Plummer Family Park on Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026, for The Courthouse 618, an indoor recreational field house that will feature courts for basketball, volleyball, futsal and training opportunities. The facility will expand the number and types of sports and recreational opportunities at the City of Edwardsville’s Plummer…
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