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Southwestern Illinois expands geospatial workforce pipeline through NGA partnerships
By MELISSA CROCKETT MESKE Managing Editor, Illinois Business Journal [email protected] A new wave of partnerships between regional institutions and the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency is positioning Southwestern Illinois and the St. Louis metro area as a growing hub for geospatial talent development, industry leaders said last week. The Leadership Council Southwestern Illinois announced it has…
Read MoreBudzinski secures $2M in federal funding for Village of Brooklyn
On April 24, 2026, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (D-IL-13) joined local leaders to announce $2 million in Community Project Funding she secured for the Village of Brooklyn, Ill. The funding will support the village’s efforts to transform a historic Route 66 building – “The Skating Rink” – into a vibrant, multifunctional space for community activities. Congresswoman…
Read MoreKaskaskia College showcases impact of apprenticeships during National Apprenticeship Week
National Apprenticeship Week runs April 26 – May 2 Apprenticeship programs create skilled employees, and the programs bolster local businesses by giving them a direct pipeline to talented, educated employees. National Apprenticeship Week runs April 26 through May 2, and Kaskaskia College (KC) is highlighting the impact of apprenticeships across a variety of industries…
Read MoreSIUE welcomes Québec Government delegation, advancing global partnerships, innovation
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville recently hosted a high-level delegation from the Québec Government Office in Chicago, reinforcing its commitment to international collaboration and economic partnership development. The visit focused on identifying opportunities for cooperation across key industries, including transportation, logistics, aerospace, and professional services. Coordinated by the SIUE Small Business Development Center (SBDC) International…
Read MoreSHC Foundation hosts 19th annual Golf Tournament on June 5
Proceeds will benefit The Restore Network; registration and sponsorship opportunities now open and available Simmons Hanly Conroy, a national leader in the legal representation of mesothelioma patients and their families, has announced that the 2026 SHC Foundation Golf Tournament will take place June 5 at Spencer T. Olin Golf Course, 4701 College Ave., in Alton.…
Read MoreSIUC awards $79,000 in Green Fund grants, recognizes sustainability efforts on Earth Day
More than $79,000 in Green Fund grants were awarded to nearly a dozen sustainability projects this week during Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Earth Day celebration. The award-winning projects range from a butterfly pollinator garden to an electric transit trolly, from green roof improvements to composting to recycling bicycles and much more. The varied assortment…
Read MoreThe Wedge, Powered by SIUE celebrates first anniversary with month of programming
In just one year, The Wedge, Powered by SIUE has established a center in downtown Alton for innovation and entrepreneurship with SIUE Community Collaboration Labs, leadership development workshops and co-working spaces designed for an optimum networking scene. CEO Scot Heathman and Community Manager Stephanie Schrage have curated a month of events to mark the…
Read MoreStuart-backed bill protects independence of media partnered with public universities
Working to protect access to objective news, State Rep. Katie Stuart (D-Edwardsville) passed a bill ensuring that media outlets affiliated with colleges and universities are not subject to editorial control by administration. “All journalists are afforded the freedom of press, and that includes journalists at public universities,” said Stuart. “Full-time journalists at our universities aren’t…
Read MoreMetro East Humane Society to participate in Give STL Day on May 7
Early online giving is now open: givestlday.org/Metroeasthumanesociety Metro East Humane Society (MEHS) is participating in the 13th annual Give STL Day on May 7, 2026, with a fundraising goal of $5,000 to continue its mission to improve animal welfare in the St. Louis Metro East region. Give STL Day, powered by the St. Louis Community…
Read MoreSBDC for the Metro East at SIUE assists physical therapist’s entrepreneur transition
Innovative, education-driven healthcare business expands access to non-invasive pain management while supporting local economic growth After more than two decades in physical therapy, licensed physical therapist and movement educator Alex Schaefer opened Recovery Through Movement in O’Fallon. By applying a brain-based approach, Schaefer’s practice is centered on education, empowerment, and long-term outcomes rather than short-term…
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