Area News
Boeing contributes $150K to support regional tornado recovery efforts
Boeing (NYSE: BA) is donating $150,000 to support tornado recovery efforts in St. Louis and southern Kentucky. Funding from the Boeing Charitable Trust will support the following organizations: $100,000 for the Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis to provide impacted neighborhoods with supplies, food, water, lodging and clean-up support. $50,000 for American Red Cross, to…
Read MoreBudzinski headlines Public Education Town Hall to address deepening attacks, federal funding loss
On May 29, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (D-IL-13) headlined a town hall at East St. Louis Senior High School hosted by the Public Education Alliance to address the devastating impact of the Trump administration’s threats to public education and of revoked federal COVID-relief funds. Congresswoman Budzinski was joined by National Education Association President Becky Pringle, American…
Read MoreBelt passes Warehouse Tornado Preparedness Act in wake of Edwardsville tragedy
In direct response to the deadly tornado that struck an Amazon warehouse in Edwardsville in December 2021, State Senator Christopher Belt passed a measure through the Illinois Senate creating the Warehouse Tornado Preparedness Act. “This tragedy exposed serious gaps in emergency preparedness at large warehouse facilities,” said Belt (D-Swansea). “This measure ensures no worker in…
Read MoreThe Wedge Powered by SIUE announces June programming
June lineup features free legal support, networking events, and community collaboration sessions focused on digital equity The Wedge Powered by SIUE, announces its June programming lineup designed to empower small businesses, foster community connections, and drive regional economic development. The events offer practical tools, expert insights, and collaborative opportunities for entrepreneurs, community leaders, and residents…
Read MoreIllinois State Fair box office opens June 2
The Illinois State Fair Box Office opens for in-person ticket purchases Monday, June 2. Regular box office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. For one day only, June 2, all in-person buyers will receive one free adult admission ticket for every concert and/or event ticket purchased, making entrance to the fair…
Read MoreEdwardsville Police announces “Click It or Ticket” Memorial Day campaign numbers
The Edwardsville Police announced it issued 35 citations during the Memorial Day “Click It or Ticket” enforcement period. “Through the Memorial Day enforcement campaign, we helped make Illinois roads safer and spread the word that seat belts save lives,” said Lt. Matt Senci. During the enforcement period, Edwardsville Police wrote 19 citations for seat belt…
Read MoreKaskaskia College receives Ellucian Impact Award for Excellence
Kaskaskia College (KC) recently received the 2025 Ellucian Impact Award for Excellence in Software as a Service (SaaS) Modernization, earning the honor while competing against major universities across the world. KC staff traveled to Orlando, Fla., where Ellucian, a global software company, presented them with the award. KC Vice President of Institutional Support & Technology…
Read MoreBarberMurphy shares commercial real estate transactions completed recently
BarberMurphy has shared their list of recent commercial real estate transactions, completed as of May 28, 2025: Belleville: Mary Caesar sold an 8-unit apartment complex at 505 West Cleveland Ave. to Penny Jar Investments LLC. BARBERMURPHY represented both parties. Fairview Realty Investors LLC sold a light industrial property at 48 Empire Dr. to Empire Drive…
Read MoreFreeburg Country Mart is Rep. Schmidt’s ‘Business of the Month’
After receiving submissions from across the 114th District, State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt) selected Freeburg’s Country Mart to be his “Business of the Month” for May 2025. Rep. Schmidt presented General Managers Kathy Nordike and Scott Metzler with an official certificate of recognition for their commitment to their employees and serving the community of Freeburg…
Read MoreMCT launches new Microtransit service in Bethalto, Cottage Hills area
Madison County Transit (MCT) recently shared updated details about its Microtransit service available in the Bethalto, Cottage Hills and Rosewood Heights area. The flexible, affordable, on-demand and convenient transit option allows riders to book same-day trips through the MCT Micro app or by phone. Extended evening service is also available in Collinsville on Saturdays. For…
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