Area News
Tenth annual ‘Build a Refuge’ fundraising dinner on tap for May 1
On Thursday, May 1, 2025, Refuge will welcome the community to The Commons at Lewis and Clark Community College in Godfrey (5800 Godfrey Road) for its 10th annual “Build a Refuge” fundraising dinner. Organizers note that this will be “a powerful evening dedicated to celebrating a decade of community, hope, and healing for children and…
Read MoreRecent ribbon cuttings hosted by the O’Fallon-Shiloh Chamber of Commerce
On April 1, the O’Fallon-Shiloh Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting celebration for The Suites at Tiffany Ink, 5036 N. Illinois St., Suite 1, Fairview Heights. The location is in the Lakeview Commons Professional Park on IL-159. Seen holding the oversized scissors and preparing to cut the ribbon in the accompanying photo, provided by…
Read MoreS. M. Wilson & Co.’s SKILLED® construction career program honors award winners
S. M. Wilson & Co.’s SKILLED® construction career program awarded $1,000 prizes to high schoolers on April 7 at the fourth annual SKILLED Awards ceremony held at S. M. Wilson’s Hampton Ave. headquarters in St. Louis. S. M. Wilson’s Construction Career Education program SKILLED provides hands-on opportunities to integrate academic learning and focus on future…
Read MoreGreater St. Louis Inc. launches national search for new CEO
National firm Jorgenson Pace Inc. selected to lead search Greater St. Louis Inc. recently announced the formal launch of the national search process for its next Chief Executive Officer. To spearhead the search, GSL has selected nationally recognized executive search firm Jorgenson Pace. Greater St. Louis Inc. is a truly essential organization that has unified…
Read MoreState Rep. Katie Stuart schedules upcoming community events
State Rep. Katie Stuart (D-Edwardsville) recently announced several upcoming opportunities on the schedule for her team to connect with constituents and the community: On Thursday, April 17, Stuart’s team will host mobile office hours from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Fairview Heights Public Library (10017 Bunkum Rd.) in partnership with U.S. Representative Nikki Budzinski’s…
Read MoreSenator Harriss hosts third annual Mother’s Day Diaper Drive through May 9
In recognition of Mother’s Day and the essential needs of families in the Metro East, state Senator Erica Harriss (R-56th-Glen Carbon) recently announced the launch of her third annual Mother’s Day Diaper Drive, taking place from April 14 to May 9, 2025. The drive aims to collect essential childcare items for local mothers and children…
Read More13th annual 8th grade career fair exploration fair held on April 10
Over 50 career role models inspire nearly 600 students at 13th annual 8th grade career exploration fair The O’Fallon-Shiloh Chamber of Commerce, Junior Achievement, Scott Air Force Base STEAM Advisory Group, and the City of O’Fallon partnered once again to host the 13th annual 8th Grade Career Exploration Fair on April 10 at the Regency…
Read MoreMink farming industry toes the line as Illinois lawmakers consider regulations
One side says it aims to shut the industry down, the other maintains it’s about public safety By JADE AUBREY Capitol News Illinois [email protected] SPRINGFIELD — For over 65 years, Bernice and Frank Monteleone have been raising minks on their farm in Elgin. The couple bought their first mink in 1959 — a red…
Read More15th annual Grafton Winery Blues Festival on tap for May 17, 18
Regional blues musical talent headlines free festival Kick back for a weekend of soul stirring blues music during the 15th Annual Grafton Winery Blues Festival taking place on Saturday, May 17 and Sunday, May 18 at Grafton Winery The Vineyards, 21028 Eckert Orchard Rd., Grafton. This free event features the music of regional blues bands…
Read MoreTriad High School FBLA students seek funds for national competition expenses
Future Business Leaders of America is a newer career and technical student organization at Triad High School this school year; however, this nationwide organization has been around since the 1940s. FBLA works to provide high school students with the chance to develop necessary life skills that will help them thrive. Students learn skills in business,…
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