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IDPH posts 2024 Fourth Quarter Report of Nursing Home Violations
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) recently posted its 2024 Fourth Quarter Report of Nursing Home Violations. Among the facilities within the IBJ coverage area listed in the full report, with various violations noted, were: Alhambra Rehab & Healthcare, 417 E. Main St., Alhambra Autumn Meadows of Cahokia, 2 Annable Cir., Cahokia (Sauget) Belleville…
Read MoreDurbin, Duckworth meet with Illinois Community College Trustees Association
On Feb. 11, 2025, U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) met with the board members, presidents, staff, and students from the Illinois Community College Trustees Association (ICCTA) to discuss improving access to higher education for Illinoisans. During their meeting, the Senators discussed the importance of federal student…
Read MoreIllinois Department of Agriculture suspends poultry exhibition, sale events
The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) has issued a 30-day suspension, effective starting on Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025, on the exhibition or sale of poultry at swap meets, exhibitions, flea markets, and auction markets in response to the ongoing threat of H5N1 avian flu. The move is intended to reduce and prevent the spread of…
Read MoreIDPH announces grant opportunity to promote Illinois community health worker profession
Lead organization sought for multi-year campaign to advance the CHW workforce to help achieve health equity and better outcomes The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) that will award grant money to a lead organization to develop a multi-year campaign supporting and promoting the inclusion of community…
Read MoreMascoutah Steak House is Rep. Kevin Schmidt’s February business of the month
After receiving submissions from across the 114th District, Rep. Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt) has selected Mascoutah Steak House to be his first “Business of the Month.” Rep. Schmidt presented Mascoutah Steak House with an official certificate to honor their recognition and met with the owner and staff. “Mascoutah Steak House embodies everything this program was designed…
Read MoreSCORE St. Louis – Bi-State Region named as district’s Chapter of the Year
SCORE St. Louis – Bi-State Region recently announced that it has been named the 2025 Chapter of the Year in the Missouri-Kansas district. “We are honored to receive this recognition from the SCORE organization for the outstanding involvement, impact and support of the local small businesses in our area. Demonstrating incredible service growth, our chapter provided…
Read MoreEdwardsville Police share Super Bowl weekend enforcement results
The Edwardsville Police Department said it made one Driving Under the Influence of Drugs arrest and issued five speeding citations during the recent Super Bowl enforcement campaign. One citation was issued for illegal transportation of alcohol and one citation was issued for illegal transportation of cannabis. Five other citations were issued during the enforcement period.…
Read MoreIllegal immigrant convicted as part of India-based fraud conspiracy scheme targeting life savings of elderly victims
EAST ST. LOUIS, Ill. – A southern Illinois jury convicted an illegal immigrant from India for his involvement in an imposter scam, in which victims across the Midwest were defrauded out of more than $400,000. The jury convicted Nirav B. Patel, 44, an Indian citizen, of one count of conspiracy to commit wire and mail…
Read MoreDepartment of Aging seeks nominations for Senior Illinoisans Hall of Fame
The Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) is seeking nominations for the 2025 induction class of the Senior Illinoisans Hall of Fame, which honors the accomplishments of Illinois residents aged 65 and older. “Whether it’s the teacher who goes the extra mile for their students or the neighbor who’s always ready to lend a hand, our…
Read MoreMadison County Mental Health Board to host Mental Health, Addiction Legislative Forum
The Madison County Mental Health Board will be hosting a a Mental Health and Addiction Legislative Forum at the end of the month. The event will be held from 9:30 a.m. to noon on Friday, Feb. 28 at the Madison County Administration Building (County Board Room), 157 N. Main St., Edwardsville, Ill. Mental Health Board…
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