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Southwestern Illinois College has announced plans to launch a new Dental Hygiene and Dental Assisting programs beginning in Fall 2027, pending final approval and accreditation. The programs are expected to be offered at the college’s Fairview Heights location. The new programs are being developed to help meet the growing demand for skilled dental professionals throughout…

  The City of Edwardsville is jump-starting its Route 66 centennial celebration this month with a week’s worth of fun activities for all ages, including concerts, a movie under the stars, a pickleball tournament, a 10K race, a visit by Lightning McQueen of “Cars” fame and, of course, the extravaganza that is the Edwardsville Route 66…

  A striking memorial and tribute to the courage, sacrifice and dedication of U.S. military heroes will be unveiled on Grafton’s riverfront on the anniversary of D-Day, June 6. The public is invited to attend. A ribbon cutting will be held unveiling a monument featuring 12 life-sized bronze statues depicting U.S. Army Rangers climbing the…

  By ZACHARY DAUM Managing Editor, Herald Publications [email protected] The former Dollar General building on Jefferson Street is being transformed into a new career and technical education facility for the Mascoutah School District, with district officials aiming to have the project completed and operational by August 2026. The new facility, named the Mascoutah Career Center,…

Poettker Construction recently awarded six $500 grants to elementary schools and four $500 scholarships to high school seniors through the company’s NextGen program. Rooted in its “Community Engagement Core Value” and dedication to educating students and teachers about construction, Poettker Construction founded its NextGen community outreach program to support hands-on learning, student resources, and future…