LC 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.…
Read MoreAshlee Lambert promoted to chief development officer at Caritas Family Solutions
Caritas Family Solutions recently announced the promotion of Ashlee Lambert to chief development officer. The official announcement noted that Lambert’s promotion recognized her “exceptional leadership, deep institutional knowledge, and longstanding commitment to advancing the organization’s mission of serving individuals and families in crisis.” Lambert has been part of the Caritas Family Solutions team for the…
Read MoreWieland’s East Alton expansion ‘topping out’ milestone celebrated
Helmkamp Construction Co., alongside EPCM partner Graycor Construction Company, recently celebrated a major construction milestone at Wieland’s East Alton expansion with a topping-out ceremony marking the placement of the final structural beam on the new main building facing Route 3. The ceremony highlights the progress of the 387,000 sq. ft. building visible along the…
Read MoreSIU’s Paul Simon Institute February virtual discussions focus on international affairs
Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Paul Simon Public Policy Institute will host two virtual events over the next week that examine today’s tumultuous global landscape. Emma Ashford, a senior fellow at the Stimson Center — a Washington, D.C. think tank — will join John Shaw, institute director, at 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 5, to discuss the nation’s foreign…
Read MoreIllinois economy grows 4.3 percent, riding national trend
Illinois saw strong economic growth in the third quarter of 2025, largely tracking national trends By RAVI MISHRA Illinois Policy Institute Illinois’ economy grew 4.3% in the third quarter of 2025, matching national growth but trailing many Midwestern states. Illinois joined a nationwide economic wave as U.S. real gross domestic product expanded 4.4% in Q3, a far cry from…
Read MoreHarriss, Elik visit Collinsville Area Vocational Center site to see progress
Illinois State Senator Erica Harriss (R-Glen Carbon) and State Representative Amy Elik (R-Alton) toured the Collinsville Area Vocational Center (CAVC) expansion site on Jan. 28, 2026, to get a firsthand look at building progress and to learn more about plans for the expanded Career and Technical Education (CTE) program. CAVC Director Joe McGinnis led the…
Read MoreMadison County Clerk, Recorder’s Offices introduce ‘TextMyGov’
Madison County Clerk & Recorder’s Offices are introducing “TextMyGov” while further noting it as a convenient and smart text messaging service. This service will enable residents to effortlessly receive important notifications and easily find specific information by texting the offices directly. “We will officially launch the new text messaging system to the public on February…
Read MoreRep. Schmidt chooses Cut Color & Create as ‘Business of the Month’
State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt) has named a local salon, Cut Color & Create, as his ‘Business of the Month’ for January. Rep. Schmidt presented salon owner Jill Marmon with a certificate from the House of Representatives that recognizes her dedication to supporting the community with salon services. “Jill is doing a tremendous job with…
Read MoreS&H Green Stamps launches official Route 66 Centennial Celebration Project
S&H Green Stamps has launched an official Route 66 Centennial Celebration Project, bringing together two powerful icons of Americana in a true case of nostalgia meeting nostalgia. S&H Green Stamps were a familiar staple along Route 66 during its heyday, with many businesses offering stamps as a reward for loyal customers. “S&H Green Stamps and…
Read MoreMillstadt Boy Scout leader who allegedly possessed child sexual abuse material charged
Attorney General Kwame Raoul has charged a Millstadt, Ill., local Boy Scout leader, for allegedly possessing child sexual abuse material. The case is part of Raoul’s ongoing work, in collaboration with federal law enforcement agencies and local law enforcement officials throughout Illinois, to apprehend offenders who download and trade child sexual abuse material online. The…
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