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SWIC to host CTE ribbon cutting, open house, at Red Bud campus on April 9
Southwestern Illinois College (SWIC) invites prospective students, parents, and community members to attend an Open House from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at the Red Bud Career & Technical Education Building (CTE). The open house will showcase hands-on, workforce-focused programs designed to prepare students for in-demand careers in skilled trades.…
Read MoreOfficial Route 66 Centennial bumper stickers available nationwide
Route 66 enthusiasts and supporters can celebrate the Route 66 Centennial with newly released commemorative bumper stickers. The new collection features nine unique bumper stickers—one representing each of the eight states traversed by historic Route 66, plus a special national Route 66 Centennial design. Each bumper sticker is priced at $10, making it an easy…
Read MoreAmerican Water employees honor Dr. King through community impact
American Water employees across the country came together to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy by turning a company holiday into a “day on” — an opportunity to serve their communities through meaningful volunteer projects — demonstrating compassion, teamwork, and a shared commitment to uplift others. Locally, in Godfrey, Ill., employees from the Illinois Central Division…
Read MoreState Senator Erica Harriss announces spring internship opportunities
State Senator Erica Harriss (R-56th-Glen Carbon) is now accepting applications for paid spring legislative internships at her district office in Edwardsville. The program offers undergraduate students interested in government, public policy, or public affairs a hands-on opportunity to gain real-world experience serving the community. “Our interns play an incredibly important role in helping us…
Read MoreRepublic Services recognized for fifth time as one of ‘World’s Most Admired Companies’
Company recognized for social responsibility, innovation and quality of management For the fifth time, Republic Services Inc. (NYSE: RSG), has been named one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune. The company ranked high for social responsibility, innovation and quality of management, as well as financial soundness and long-term investment value, reflecting Republic Services’…
Read MoreSister Thea Bowman Catholic School to host Feb. 1 open house, welcomes new principal
“Celebrating faith, academic excellence, and new leadership in East St. Louis:” Community invited to Open House from 1 to 4 p.m. on Feb. 1 Sister Thea Bowman Catholic School, the last remaining Catholic school in East St. Louis, invites prospective families, community members, and supporters to attend its Open House from 1 to 4 p.m.…
Read MoreGovernor awards more than $17M through Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program
Grant funding supports the state’s continued effort to build a pipeline of talent and increase access to good-paying jobs for historically underrepresented populations Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) recently awarded more than $17 million in funding to 39 program recipients, serving up to nearly 2,000 community members statewide,…
Read MoreState Rep. Kevin Schmidt is hosting 114th District ‘Valentines for Veterans’ card drive
State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt) is collecting “Valentines for Veterans” cards and drawings at his district office in Cahokia Heights. He is encouraging students and residents of all ages to make Valentine cards with a special thank you, including well-wishes to veterans that served our nation in the U.S. Armed Forces. “I believe the small…
Read MoreAndria’s Steak Sauce earns CPG Double Gold Medal, ranks No. 9 nationwide
Andria’s Food Group recently announced that Andria’s Steak Sauce had earned a Double Gold Medal at the 2025 CPG Awards, receiving an exceptional 97-point score in the national taste competition. The product also received a Double Gold Medal in the 2025 CPG Awards Design Competition, recognizing excellence in both flavor and packaging. In addition to…
Read MoreAmerican Council of Engineering Companies of Illinois launches 2026 ‘Engineering Works’ contest
Public will choose best infrastructure project from list of honor nominees The American Council of Engineering Companies of Illinois (ACEC Illinois) has launched the fourth annual Engineering Works competition as part of its Engineering Excellence Awards program, inviting the public to vote for the most outstanding engineering project in Illinois. The contest highlights innovative infrastructure…
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