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Gambling disorder screening, awareness session is focus of March 11 ‘Lunch & Learn’
Informative session on how to recognize the signs of problem gambling In the United States, about 2.5 million adults meet the criteria for severe gambling disorder, and another 5-8 million have mild or moderate problems, according to the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG). The NCPG also estimates that the annual national social cost of…
Read MoreBudzinski meets with Terminal Rail to discuss proposed St. Louis metro area bi-state projects
On Feb. 19, 2025, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) and Congressman Wesley Bell (MO-01) met with the Terminal Railroad Association of St. Louis and Bi-State Development to discuss proposed bi-state infrastructure projects in the St. Louis Metro Area. These projects, which Congresswoman Budzinski has previously supported, have yet to receive the necessary funding to move forward.…
Read MoreMadison County Board of Review to set final assessment on property values
Taxpayers across Madison County will soon be notified of their new assessed property values. “If you receive a notice that there was an increase in your property’s assessment, it does not automatically mean it will increase your property taxes,” Madison County Board Chairman Chris Slusser said. “A property tax bill is determined by local taxing…
Read MoreNew Illinois law for retailers in effect for alcohol-infused product displays
‘Wait! There is Alcohol in This!’ The alcohol marketplace has changed and so have the laws. Effective Jan. 1, 2025, SB 2625 went into effect. Alcohol-infused products such as alcoholic ice cream, whipped cream, popsicles, and other similar products are now considered alcoholic beverages regulated by the Illinois Liquor Control Act and the ILCC. This…
Read More‘Totally 80s!’ Great Rivers & Routes Tourism Bureau hosts annual summit, celebrates 40 years
Bureau highlights 2024 successes and honors Tourism Trailblazers at Feb. 20 annual summit By MELISSA CROCKETT MESKE IBJ Managing Editor Reminiscent of the “wayback” era of the 1980s, a party like none other took place on Thursday, Feb. 20 in Godfrey, complete with rad appearances from “Michael Jackson,” “Cyndi Lauper,” “Richard Simmons,” and still others…
Read MoreU.S. Attorney Rachelle Aud Crowe for the Southern District of Illinois departs from post
FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS, Ill. – Rachelle Aud Crowe, the United States Attorney for the Southern District of Illinois, who has served as the chief federal law enforcement officer in the district, has departed from the position, effective Feb. 18, 2025. She released the following statement: “It has been my honor to serve the Southern District of…
Read MoreGateway Arch Park Foundation selects The Cordish Companies to transform Millennium Hotel site
Innovative redevelopment will bring new energy, connectivity and activity to downtown St. Louis Downtown St. Louis-based nonprofit Gateway Arch Park Foundation (“The Foundation”) recently announced that it has selected The Cordish Companies to redevelop the Millennium Hotel property, located at 200 S. 4th St. adjacent to the iconic St. Louis Gateway Arch. This milestone marks…
Read MoreSpectrum Reach announced fifth anniversary of ‘Pay It Forward,’ investing in small businesses
2025 program will provide $3.8 million in free ad campaigns to small businesses nationwide; more than $50 million invested over five years Spectrum Reach, the advertising sales business of Charter Communications, Inc., has announced the fifth anniversary of its nationwide small business initiative Pay It Forward. With this year’s program, Spectrum Reach will invest more…
Read MoreHelp HSHS Home Care collect food items for local food pantries, programs
In recognition of February being National Canned Food Month, HSHS Home Care is holding their annual “Cram the Car” food drive this month for local organizations to help those struggling with food insecurity. “Cram the Car inspires me every year when I see how our neighbors, friends and colleagues come together to care for the…
Read MoreRevity Credit Union donates to Edwardsville Neighbors
Revity Credit Union joined together to raise $1,525 in the month of February to benefit Edwardsville Neighbors with the Revity Threads of Kindness Program. This program, funded by employees, allows Revity Credit Union staff to embody the credit union’s philosophy of “people helping people.” By contributing a monthly monetary donation to a local organization, employees…
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