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How commercial credit cards can improve cash flow, efficiency, security for your business

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By JOEY HEINRICH SVP, Payables Solutions Consultant UMB Bank In the B2B world, checks have long been the preferred method of payment, but the rise of electronic options is changing the payables landscape. According to the Association for Financial Professionals’ (AFP) 2025 Digital Payments Survey, 76 percent of organizations plan to update their payments strategy…

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HSHS Medical Group welcomes orthopedic surgeon Dr. David Shervin to O’Fallon

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HSHS Medical Group recently announced that Dr. David Shervin, board-certified orthopedic surgeon, has joined the team at HSHS Medical Group Orthopedic and Sports Medicine, located at 670 Pierce Blvd., in O’Fallon. Dr. Shervin specializes in hip and knee replacement surgery, including complex primary and revision procedures, as well as nonsurgical treatment of adult hip and…

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National 211 Day: Celebrating the impact of United Way 211

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United Way 211 Day is celebrated annually on Feb. 11 (2/11) to raise awareness for the 211 helpline, a free, 24/7 service connecting people across the U.S. and Canada to resources and support near them. 211 powered by United Way of Greater St. Louis is the central, easy to remember number for residents across Missouri…

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Next installment of Alton’s ‘What’s Up Downtown’ is tonight, Feb. 10

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Alton Main Street’s quarterly information exchange, called “What’s Up Downtown,” takes place tonight (Tuesday, Feb. 10) starting at 5:30 p.m. at The Wedge (620 E. Broadway, Alton, Ill.). The public is invited to learn the latest news regarding developments in Alton’s historic downtown district, including updates from new & existing businesses, news on real estate…

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Illinois launches $1.5 million farm to food bank grant program

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  By HANNAH SPANGLER FarmWeek  Applications opened Feb. 6 for Illinois’ new $1.5 million Farm to Food Bank Capacity-Building Grant Program, designed to strengthen the state’s local food system and expand access to fresh protein and produce. “We’re looking for farmers, ag producers, food banks, food pantries and community partners all looking for help with…

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Ameren Illinois natural gas storage system delivers during Winter Storm Fern

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System protects customers from escalated wholesale market prices During Winter Storm Fern, Ameren Illinois’ natural gas storage system served as an important buffer between customers and extraordinary wholesale market price spikes – shielding families and businesses from the extreme cost increases that hit other regions. “Natural gas plays a critical role in keeping homes warm,…

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SIU Carbondale awards full-ride Chancellor’s Scholarships to high achieving students

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  Thirty high achieving high school students were surprised when they received Southern Illinois University Carbondale 2026 Chancellor’s Scholarships, which cover tuition, mandatory fees, on-campus housing and food for four years. Chancellor Austin A. Lane and other university officials visited 24 high schools in the southern Illinois and Metro East regions during the previous week to…

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