Area News
St. Clair County: North Belt West pavement patching begins May 5
The Illinois Department of Transportation has announced that pavement patching on North Belt West from West Main Street to Illinois 161 in St. Clair County will require daytime lane closures beginning, weather permitting, Monday, May 5. The project is expected to be completed this summer. Motorists should expect delays and are encouraged to use alternate…
Read MoreAlton Main Street announces 24-band lineup for 2025 event series
Alton Main Street has announced its lineup of regional musicians booked to perform at the organization’s upcoming events. Eight weeks of live bands have been scheduled for the Night Market on Broadway, which takes place every Thursday in June and July from 7 to 10 p.m. Offering a diverse mix of styles and sounds,…
Read MoreKeep the party going: Avoid releasing Mylar balloons outdoors
Ameren warns customers that releasing metallic balloons can cause power outages Spring is a popular time of year for families and friends to gather and celebrate special occasions such as graduation and other milestones. But to keep the celebrations safe, Ameren is urging customers to be careful when using Mylar balloons. Mylar balloons, while festive,…
Read MoreTwo sentenced to federal prison in $100,000 bank fraud and mail theft scheme in Metro East
EAST ST. LOUIS, Ill. – Two Metro East women were sentenced to federal prison for their involvement in a scheme to steal mail from collection boxes and commit more than $100,000 in bank fraud. Tylann J. Starks, 30, of Swansea, was sentenced to 4 years’ imprisonment after pleading guilty to one count of conspiracy to…
Read More‘Never asked to be a part of this somber club’: Illinois honors fallen police officers
Mendoza blasts state policies that ‘give more rights to criminals’ By BEN SZALINSKI Capitol News Illinois SPRINGFIELD – Nine Illinois police officers who lost their lives in the line of duty in 2024 were honored at a ceremony in Springfield Thursday. The Illinois Peace Officers Memorial takes place every year on the first Thursday…
Read MoreGreat Rivers & Routes celebrates the power of travel during National Travel & Tourism Week
Week-long spotlight on travel takes place May 5-9 National Travel and tourism Week (NTTW) shines a spotlight on the U.S. travel industry’s essential role in driving economic growth, creating jobs and enhancing the nation’s global competitiveness. The Great Rivers & Routes Tourism Bureau is showcasing it’s role in the travel industry with a series of…
Read More‘One Day’ makes an infinite difference toward countless tomorrows
By MELISSA CROCKETT MESKE IBJ Managing Editor [email protected] The fourth annual “One Day One SIUE” took place on April 24, 2025. Held on the Edwardsville campus in the early evening hours, the successful fundraising event took place against the backdrop of a magnificent sky full of hopeful sunlight making its way through the deeply…
Read MoreAnderson Hospital recognized among Newsweek’s 2025 ‘World’s Best Hospitals’
Anderson Hospital recently announced that it has again been recognized by Newsweek as one of the World’s Best Hospitals for 2025. This marks the fourth consecutive year it has earned this honor. “This recognition is a true testament to the exceptional people who make Anderson Hospital what it is,” said Lisa Spencer, president of Anderson…
Read MoreIncome-based scholarship applications available to Madison County students
Madison County Community Development is offering scholarships to local students planning to attend college in the fall. Scholarships will be awarded to students who are residents of Madison County and attending a college, a university or training program in the State of Illinois. The Community Services Block Grant program will select five students to receive…
Read MoreL&C, CJD to hold e-waste drive May 2 and 3
Lewis and Clark Community College and CJD E-Cycling will host a community E-Waste event from 9 a.m. to 12 Noon, Friday, May 2 and Saturday, May 3, in the Tolle Lane parking lot across from the college’s Godfrey Campus. Most items will be accepted for free, providing community members with a secure, Earth-friendly option for…
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