Madison County launches Healthy Houses HVAC subgrant for rental properties
Madison County Community Development is launching a new Healthy Houses HVAC Subgrant Program to improve living conditions for low- and moderate-income tenants by helping eligible rental property owners replace aging heating and cooling systems. “This program helps ensure families are living in safe, healthy homes while also supporting property owners who are committed to maintaining…
Read MoreEast-West Gateway board of directors elects new chair, vice-chairs
The East-West Gateway Council of Governments’ board of directors recently elected a new slate of officers. Madison County Board Chairman Chris Slusser was elected chair, Franklin County Presiding Commissioner Dave Schatz was elected vice-chair, and St. Clair County Board Chairman Mark Kern was elected 2nd vice-chair by the board during its regular meeting in January…
Read MoreCyberUp, TechSTL anchor St. Louis’ emerging innovation district with move to Downtown North
CyberUp and TechSTL have announced their relocation to The Post Building in Downtown North, marking a significant investment in St. Louis’ growing innovation economy and reinforcing the city’s expanding leadership in technology, cybersecurity, data, and intelligence-driven industries. The move builds on the region’s long-standing global strength in medical research, biomedical science, and advanced manufacturing, signaling…
Read MoreMolina Healthcare of Illinois, Mae partner to enhance statewide maternal health services
Molina Healthcare of Illinois (“Molina”) has teamed up with Mae, a digitally-enabled maternal health platform, to bring enhanced pregnancy and postpartum support services to expectant mothers statewide. Through this partnership, Molina Medicaid members will have access to real-time digital symptom monitoring to catch and address physical and social risks early. This unique model also provides…
Read MoreSIUE celebrates 100 Years of Black history with full calendar of culture, community
This February, the United States tradition of recognizing Black history during the second month of the year turns 100 years old. In 1926, historian and educator Carter G. Woodson, Ph.D., founded Negro History Week to celebrate African American achievements on a national scale. Decades later, educators proposed expanding the week to Black History Month, which…
Read MoreSIUC’s online MBA ranked best in Illinois
Southern Illinois University Carbondale has the top online MBA program in Illinois, according to U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 online program rankings released Tuesday, Jan. 27. The program earned the No. 1 spot in Illinois, among 14 programs, and is ranked 127th in the United States. “Being recognized by U.S. News among the nation’s Best…
Read MoreOSF Moeller Cancer Center launches Rapid Diagnosis Clinic
In cancer care, early detection helps save lives, with delays in diagnosis and treatment which can potentially lead to significant negative impacts on patient outcomes. With the objective to accelerate cancer detection and care for the Riverbend region, the OSF Moeller Cancer Center is launching a new Rapid Diagnostic Clinic (RDC), a specialized service…
Read MoreFairmount Park enters 2026 with major investments, on and off the track
Fairmount Park continues improvements, renovations in 2026 Fairmount Park Casino & Racing saw a plethora of upgrades in 2025 under new ownership, Accel Entertainment, and they aren’t slowing down anytime soon in 2026. In the new year, Fairmount Park General Manager Vince Gabbert plans to keep expanding offerings in all aspects, including the on-track…
Read MoreBelt highlights almost $1M in funding for local apprenticeship programs
State Senator Christopher Belt helped secure a $990,000 state grant through the Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program for R3 Development in East St. Louis and Southwestern Illinois College in Belleville. “We want to make sure that people in our community have real access to the construction trades and the good-paying jobs that come with them,” said…
Read MoreLC hosting MLK 2026 celebration on Feb. 4: ‘From Vision to Success’
Alton Mayor David Goins to keynote Lewis and Clark Community College will host “I Have a Dream,” From Vision to Success, A Celebration of Martin Luther King Jr., Wednesday, Feb. 4, in The Commons on its Godfrey campus starting at 12:30 p.m. The free, public event will honor the life, legacy, and vision of Dr.…
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