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State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt) has named a local salon, Cut Color & Create, as his ‘Business of the Month’ for January. Rep. Schmidt presented salon owner Jill Marmon with a certificate from the House of Representatives that recognizes her dedication to supporting the community with salon services. “Jill is doing a tremendous job with…

S&H Green Stamps has launched an official Route 66 Centennial Celebration Project, bringing together two powerful icons of Americana in a true case of nostalgia meeting nostalgia. S&H Green Stamps were a familiar staple along Route 66 during its heyday, with many businesses offering stamps as a reward for loyal customers. “S&H Green Stamps and…

On Jan. 27, 2026, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (D-IL-13) presented the Village of Glen Carbon with a check for $1.1 million in new federal funding to support the construction of a new municipally owned water treatment facility. The facility, which will be capable of processing up to three million gallons of water a day, will strengthen…

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…

  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…

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,…

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…

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…

FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS, Ill. – The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Illinois observes National Human Trafficking Prevention Month and joins the Departments of Justice and Homeland Security in reaffirming the administration’s commitment to combatting all forms of human trafficking to protect victims and survivors. Human Trafficking Prevention Month presents an opportunity for DHS…