A new indoor recreational field house featuring courts for basketball, volleyball and training opportunities is planned for Plummer Family Park as part of a partnership between the City of Edwardsville and Lucky 13 Hoops, which is owned by Edwardsville native Mark Thomas. Mayor Art Risavy announced plans for this exciting addition to the City’s Plummer Family Park sports complex Wednesday, April 2.

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Wednesday, April 02, 2025

Holland Construction Services, Inc. broke ground March 25 on a $25 million expansion and renovation of the Collinsville Area Vocational Center.

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Thursday, March 27, 2025

Scott Credit Union is proud to announce that it has earned the prestigious 2025 USA TODAY Top Workplaces award.

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Thursday, March 27, 2025

Eighty years to the day after the Edwardsville Garden Club placed a plaque in City Park in memory of those who died in World War II, its members will host a rededication event to again honor the veterans’ heroism and sacrifices.

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Tuesday, March 25, 2025

R.P. Lumber, a family-owned, full-service retail home center and building materials supplier, is proud to announce the opening of its 89th retail location at 3200 Broadway Street in Quincy, IL. The new store promises to bring a new level of convenience and expertise to DIY homeowners and professional contractors in the region. The store will be opening the week of April 7th.

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Monday, March 24, 2025

TWM, Inc., one of the top engineering and geospatial firms in the greater St. Louis area, is proud to announce that Derek Twente, PLS, EI, has been awarded the Albert H. “Pat” Patterson Surveyor of the Year Award by IPLSA. This recognition highlights Derek’s dedication, expertise, and contributions to the surveying profession.

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Monday, March 24, 2025

Quality is a word that is frequently bandied around in construction, yet for all the rhetoric, it still remains a significant challenge for our sector. In its report Strategy for Change, the Get It Right Initiative estimated that the built environment is losing billions in unmeasured direct costs of avoidable errors per annum, equating to up to 25 percent of project value.

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Sunday, March 23, 2025

Choosing the right construction company is a vital step in ensuring the success of your project. Whether it’s building a new home, renovating a commercial space or constructing an industrial facility, selecting a trustworthy partner can make all the difference.

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Friday, March 21, 2025

NorthPoint Development is adding a 933,656-square-foot distribution center to Gateway Tradeport in Pontoon Beach, IL - built by Contegra Construction Company.

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Wednesday, March 19, 2025

In the world of engineering, where innovation and precision are paramount, the role of leadership cannot be overstated.

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Tuesday, March 18, 2025

IMPACT Strategies, Inc. announces the promotions of Scott Manning from director of construction operations to vice president of operations, and Derek Hinrichs from controller to chief financial officer.

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Saturday, March 15, 2025

Anderson Medical Group celebrated the grand opening of its new medical office building in Collinsville today.

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Wednesday, March 12, 2025

Revity Credit Union recently announced the positions of director at the 84th Annual Meeting.

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Tuesday, March 11, 2025

The construction industry faces a growing challenge: an aging workforce coupled with a shortage of young financial professionals entering the sector.

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Monday, March 10, 2025

Let’s say you’re in the market for new technology to support your construction business...

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Monday, March 10, 2025

The current round of ECF Relief Grants for Nonprofits has been extended until April 1, 2025.

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Monday, March 10, 2025

The commercial real estate world is already feeling the loss of Paul D. Murphy, 72, co-founder, co-principal and designated managing broker of BARBERMURPHY, who died March 4.

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Saturday, March 08, 2025

The City of Edwardsville and the Illinois Secretary of State are teaming up to offer a Mobile DMV service from 10AM-2PM Wednesday, April 9 at the R.P. Lumber Center.

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Friday, March 07, 2025

St. Patrick's Day will be here before we know it, bringing with it parades, parties, green beer and more to communities throughout Illinois. To remind motorists of the dangers of impaired driving and ensure safe roadways, the Edwardsville Police Department is teaming up with the Illinois State Police and the Illinois Department of Transportation for a stepped-up traffic safety campaign.

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Wednesday, March 05, 2025

City Engineer Ryan Zwijack will serve as the new Public Works Department director for the City of Edwardsville, effective Monday, March 24. He was appointed by Mayor Art Risavy and unanimously approved by city council during the Tuesday, March 4, 2025 meeting.

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Tuesday, March 04, 2025

Steel prices continue to rise sharply. On February 27, an Associated General Contractors of America reader sent the following list of increases announced in January and February: tube up $350 per ton (four increases); plate, $200 (two increases); rebar, $70 (two increases); merchants, $60.

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Saturday, March 01, 2025

Do not provide your account numbers, passwords, verification codes or personal details to anyone who calls you claiming to be with Busey Bank.

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Friday, February 28, 2025

The 2024 trends reveal critical insights into what the construction industry can expect in 2025, influencing planning, budgeting and decision-making.

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Thursday, February 27, 2025

Similar to other niche markets, the construction industry is deeply rooted in technical knowledge, requires specialized skills and offers limited emotional engagement for users.

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Thursday, February 27, 2025

As green building continues to evolve, 2025 promises significant changes globally and in the Middle East, particularly in the UAE and Saudi Arabia. Let’s discuss key global trends in green certification, government support measures and initiatives that will shape the future of sustainable construction.

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Tuesday, February 25, 2025

Illinois State Senator Erica Harriss (56th-Glen Carbon) is pleased to announce the return of her traveling office hours for March 2025.

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Tuesday, February 25, 2025

Whether your academic journey is just beginning, or you are looking for a fresh start, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville invites you to plant the seeds for your future by attending one of this spring’s Preview SIUE events scheduled for Saturday, March 22, and Saturday, April 12, 2025 on the SIUE Edwardsville campus.

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Friday, February 21, 2025

Madison County has announced it will be awarding $25,000 in funding for its new Clean Communities Litter Grant program.

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Thursday, February 20, 2025

Every year, the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) honors educators across the state, and this year, two Edwardsville Community Unit School District 7 educators are among the recipients for 2025.

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Thursday, February 20, 2025

I-Koach Fitness is hosting two heart health workshops Saturday, February 22.

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Wednesday, February 19, 2025

Revity Credit Union joined together to raise $1,525.00 in the month of February to benefit Edwardsville Neighbors with the Revity Threads of Kindness Program.

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Wednesday, February 19, 2025

The Edwardsville Community Foundation recently awarded Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s Center for STEM Research, Education & Outreach more than $2,000 for the Insight for All program.

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Wednesday, February 19, 2025

Join the Postal Customer Council community for this fun and informative event. Come network with fellow business partners, hear first-hand what’s happening at the Postal Service, and learn what PCC membership can do to enhance your business.

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Wednesday, February 19, 2025

Illinois State Representative Amy Elik’s office will host mobile office hours in Glen Carbon on Monday, February 24, 2025 to meet with constituents who need assistance with issues concerning a State of Illinois agency.

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Tuesday, February 18, 2025

Over the past couple days, the Madison County Sheriff's Office have received several calls regarding phone scams. Scams are always changing, and scammers continue to become more efficient. Please be VERY mindful when discussing your personal information over the phone.

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Tuesday, February 18, 2025

Illinois State Senator Erica Harriss extends her heartfelt gratitude to everyone who participated in her annual Valentines for Seniors Card Drive, making this year’s event a tremendous success.

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Friday, February 14, 2025

Ameren Corporation (NYSE: AEE) today announced 2024 net income attributable to common shareholders in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) of $1,182 million, or $4.42 per diluted share, compared to 2023 net income attributable to common shareholders of $1,152 million, or $4.38 per diluted share. Excluding certain charges discussed below, Ameren recorded adjusted net income attributable to common shareholders of $1,237 million, or $4.63 per diluted share. There were no differences between GAAP and adjusted earnings for 2023.

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Thursday, February 13, 2025

The Madison County Recorder’s Office earned a 2024 award for their work promoting and signing up over 23,000 property owners in the Property Fraud Alert (PFA) program offered through that office.

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Wednesday, February 12, 2025

Illinois State Senator Erica Harriss (R-56th-Glen Carbon) invites residents across the 56th District to register for her Free Constituent Resource Card as a way to explore more than a dozen Illinois museums and parks in the greater Chicagoland area.

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Tuesday, February 11, 2025

When established in 2014, the St. Louis Regional Freightway was tasked with some specific goals. Fast forward to 2025, and the St. Louis Regional Freightway is doing exactly what was envisioned.

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Monday, February 10, 2025

The construction industry is currently experiencing quite the challenge in 2025, with rising material costs, supply chain disruptions and labor shortages all contributing to tighter profit margins and delays in construction projects.

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Monday, February 10, 2025

The rhythmic sounds of a construction site – machines whirring, hammers pounding, voices calling across the worksite – capture the essence of an industry that builds the nation’s future.

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Monday, February 10, 2025

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s Police Department has expanded its team with two special recruits sporting wagging tails and boundless enthusiasm.

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Sunday, February 09, 2025

Those qualities that are uniquely human – things like craftsmanship, intuition, problem-solving – can never be replaced by a computer program on a jobsite, of course. Yet, many of the recent technological innovations are rapidly transforming the industry. And the latest advances in construction monitoring offer incredible tools for project oversight and management.

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Friday, February 07, 2025

The construction industry stands at a pivotal crossroads – not just building taller skyscrapers or faster homes but reinventing how it works from the ground up.

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Wednesday, February 05, 2025

IMPACT Strategies recently completed the last phase of new construction with the Administration Building to serve the Hoyleton Youth and Family Services (HYFS) New Campus, a momentous project for the organization and all the stakeholders that they serve. The new campus replacing the original one built over 100 year ago provides a new therapeutic living environment for vulnerable youth in the foster care system. As the design builder on the project, IMPACT Strategies collaborated with Hurford Architects and TWM Engineering during the planning and design phases.

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Wednesday, February 05, 2025

Edwardsville Public Works Director Eric Williams will be the new city administrator in Edwardsville, effective Monday, March 24. He was appointed by Mayor Art Risavy and unanimously approved by the City Council during the Tuesday, February 4, meeting.

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Wednesday, February 05, 2025

In Spring 2023, food insecurity, housing insecurity and/or homelessness were reported among 52% of Southern Illinois University Edwardsville students who responded to a national Basic Student Needs Survey, conducted by the Hope Center at Temple University and administered by SIUE’s Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs.

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Tuesday, February 04, 2025

Super Bowl weekend is here, and the Edwardsville Police Department is reminding football fans and Super Bowl partygoers that designated drivers are the best defense against the dangers of impaired driving. If your Super Bowl celebration involves alcohol or cannabis, plan for a safe ride home with a sober driver. If you’re hosting the party, take care of the designated drivers. Fans don’t let fans drive drunk.

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Tuesday, February 04, 2025

The city is organizing its first-ever Choco-Lotta-Fun Crawl as a community celebration of all things chocolate in Edwardsville. The crawl is planned for Saturday, March 1, and businesses in Edwardsville are invited to join in the fun at their own place of operation.

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Tuesday, February 04, 2025

If the U.S. Census Bureau’s latest survey is accurate, the industry will need to hire an additional 439,000 workers during 2025 to keep pace with project labor needs.

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Monday, February 03, 2025

Illinois State Senator Erica Harriss (56th-Glen Carbon) is set to take on a key leadership role once again, continuing as the minority spokesperson for the Illinois Senate Local Government Committee in the 104th General Assembly.

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Monday, February 03, 2025

The Associated General Contractors of America has published a comprehensive, actionable report outlining the latest human resources and workforce strategies available to construction industry professionals.

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Monday, February 03, 2025

This prestigious honor recognizes the top CEOs and C-level executives in St. Louis for their leadership, vision, and impact.
Mark's dedication to excellence in commercial law and his unwavering commitment to his clients have set him apart as a
true Titan of Industry.

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Monday, February 03, 2025

Final deadline for ticket sales is Wednesday, February 5.

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Monday, February 03, 2025

The employees of Revity Credit Union continue to showcase their dedication to community service and giving back.

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Monday, February 03, 2025

Most people would agree that there is more to an athlete than what meets the eye, and Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s Josh Wooten, PhD, professor and chair of the Department of Exercise, Sport & Nutrition Sciences, has been working to quantify that information and parlay it into a more healthy, well-balanced and adept player.

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Monday, February 03, 2025

Despite higher interest rates, a challenging lending market and price inflation, the construction industry fared well in 2024.

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Friday, January 31, 2025

Learn about the people who made an impact on the nation’s most famous highway – Route 66 – during two speaker series events planned for Edwardsville’s iconic West End Service Station in February and March.

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Friday, January 31, 2025

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Friday, January 31, 2025

In light of the U.S. port workers’ strike in Q4 2024, how can the U.S. supply chain leaders return to boosting their preparedness?

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Friday, January 31, 2025

Edwardsville-based marketing firm Cork Tree Creative Inc. recently welcomed Brandi Spann as its spring intern.

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Thursday, January 30, 2025

Revity Credit Union has launched its 2025 Jeans Program, “Threads of Kindness”, with a donation of $1,515 to the Edwardsville Arts Center.

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Thursday, January 30, 2025

Madison County Board Chairman Chris Slusser on Thursday, January 30, 2025, discussed the freeze on federal funding.

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Thursday, January 30, 2025

Located in the firm’s Chicago office, she drives the firm's client acquisition and revenue growth initiatives, while fostering strong client relationships.

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Thursday, January 30, 2025

As the deadline for compliance with the Corporate Transparency Act has come and gone, millions of small business owners are likely to still face a great deal of uncertainty around their CTA compliance obligations as well as the future and legality of the act.

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Wednesday, January 29, 2025

Jazz artists from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s Concert Jazz Band and four featured SIUE alumni will take the stage in both Edwardsville and midtown St. Louis in February for two stellar evenings.

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Wednesday, January 29, 2025

Under the direction of the U.S. Treasury Dept. and its Financial Crimes Enforcement Network, new businesses formed
anytime in 2024 would have had to file beneficial owner information reports, including disclosures of personal information in decision makers of their enterprise, within 90 days of formation.

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Tuesday, January 28, 2025

It’s officially Girl Scout Cookie season in Southern Illinois! Girl Scouts throughout the area will hold cookie booths, visit customers door-to-door, and sell to friends and family online as they unbox their futures through the world’s largest entrepreneurial program for girls.

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Tuesday, January 28, 2025

Presentations for the thirteenth season of the Madison County Historical Society’s annual speaker series have been announced. The 2025 programs relate to a theme of “In Lincoln’s Time,” and feature Lincoln scholars, musicians that specialize in Civil War era music, and a re-enactor who portrays Harriet Tubman.

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Tuesday, January 28, 2025

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s Office for Accessible Campus Community and Equitable Student Support (ACCESS) has successfully completed a four-month-long certification program on how to create mentoring programs, activities and events that are inclusive to youth, volunteers and staff with disabilities.

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Tuesday, January 28, 2025

The construction industry is pushing for one federal decision permitting framework, especially in light of the slew of infrastructure-related projects coming down the pike via the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA).

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Monday, January 27, 2025

Louer Facility Planning, Inc., a commercial interior design and furniture solutions firm in the St. Louis Metro East region, announces the completion of its ownership transition. Yvette Paris (photo left), president, finalized the buyout of the business from its founder, Jane Louer.

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Monday, January 27, 2025

The Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) Office of Undergraduate Admissions will host virtual information sessions highlighting two programs that help incoming first-year students thrive at SIUE.

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Monday, January 27, 2025

Edwardsville Community Unit School District 7 will hold a Kindergarten Kickoff Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at each of its six primary schools, including Glen Carbon Elementary, Goshen Elementary, Hamel Elementary, Leclaire Elementary, Midway Elementary, and Nelson Elementary. The event will begin at 6PM at each, except for Hamel, which will begin at 7:15PM.

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Sunday, January 26, 2025

Main Street Community Center, a pillar of the senior community for half a century, is thrilled to announce its 50th Anniversary Celebration Gala, underwritten by Harry and Carol Windland. The community is invited to commemorate this significant milestone Thursday, March 27, 2025 in the LeClaire Room at Lewis and Clark Community College's N.O. Nelson campus.

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Sunday, January 26, 2025

Elected officials and trade groups representing businesses across the supply chain are sounding the alarm over the Biden administration’s new emissions standards for heavy-duty trucks which could threaten the speed and cost of goods moving throughout the country.

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Thursday, January 23, 2025

Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS), a leading Catholic health ministry with operations in Illinois and Wisconsin, recently announced that Leanne M. Yanni, MD, MHCM, FACP, has been named President and CEO of Illinois Physician Enterprise for HSHS. Dr. Yanni will begin March 17.

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Thursday, January 23, 2025

The Madison County Historical Society (MCHS) will hold its annual Winter Wine and Cheese Reception on Wednesday, January 29th from 4:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. at the Madison County History Museum.

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Wednesday, January 22, 2025

CNR Magazine sat down with Scott Plocher, 2025 SIBA board president, to learn more about him and his service to the organization.

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Tuesday, January 21, 2025

From cybersecurity reporting frequency to permitting hurdles, contractor misclassifications to tariffs, OSHA walkarounds to reverse auction requirements and upskilling, 2025 will surely be a year when contractors, subcontractors and project team players will be eyeing how decisions regarding these topics – and others – may well impact their company and their industry this year.

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Sunday, January 19, 2025

Few fields of work pose as many safety challenges – physically and mentally – as construction. That makes the task of keeping everyone safe that much more important. The need to better protect workers is what motivated AGC of America to become signature supporters of Construction Safety Week.

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Sunday, January 19, 2025

Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis Economist and Research Officer Charles Gascon told an audience of Associated General Contractors of Missouri members Jan. 14 that the markets expect higher interest rates as compared to a few months ago.

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Saturday, January 18, 2025

The Edwardsville Community Foundation's Relief Fund is accepting grant applications from nonprofits seeking to improve disaster and emergency preparedness.

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Friday, January 17, 2025

Effective January 1, 2025, Scott Plocher, executive chairman of Plocher Construction Company, Inc. in Highland, Ill., has become president of the Southern Illinois Builders Association.

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Friday, January 17, 2025

Over the past ten years, Stillwater has grown into a thriving senior living community, embodying its mission to provide compassionate, personalized care and a warm, engaging environments for all who call it home.

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Wednesday, January 15, 2025

Please drop off or mail Valentines to my legislative offices by February 7, 2025.

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Tuesday, January 14, 2025

The Craft Bar at Polished Prints in Edwardsville empowers visitors to become designers of their own custom apparel and accessories.

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Monday, January 13, 2025

The construction industry is experiencing a fascinating dichotomy in its labor market as we move through 2025. While some sectors are flourishing with abundant opportunities, others face significant challenges.

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Sunday, January 12, 2025

The leading St. Louis area utility engineering firm is leasing 25,000 square feet at Eastport Commerce Center, a 75,000-square-foot office/distribution facility developed by a partnership led by Contegra Construction Company.

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Thursday, January 09, 2025

UB Greensfelder LLP has announced the promotion of Carmen White to chief diversity officer, effective January 1, 2025. White was most recently director of diversity initiatives and civic engagement and is based out of St. Louis.

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Wednesday, January 08, 2025

This year’s Vaughnie Lindsay New Investigator Award recognizes Candace Hall, EdD, assistant professor in the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville School of Education, Health & Human Behavior’s Department of Educational Leadership and program director of higher education and student affairs.

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Wednesday, January 08, 2025

First Mid Insurance Group (FMIG) recently announced that Casey Strong, owner of the Strong Insurance Group based in St. Charles, Mo., has joined its team.

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Wednesday, January 08, 2025

Scott Credit Union (SCU) is proud to announce the promotion of Jeff Roderick to chief information officer (CIO), effective January 1, 2025. Roderick, who most recently served as vice president of information technology, brings more than 28 years of experience in information technology, including 25 years in leadership, to this critical role.

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Wednesday, January 08, 2025

Construction companies are keeping a close eye on the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s controversial walkaround rule, saying it invites risk, impedes projects and potentially leaves firms vulnerable to leaks of proprietary information.

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Tuesday, January 07, 2025

The firm joins the 765 U.S. businesses that will be honored with HRCF’s “Equality 100” award as leaders in LGBTQ+ workplace inclusion. 

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Tuesday, January 07, 2025

U.S. construction has reached record-high levels, increasing approximately seven percent in 2024.

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Saturday, January 04, 2025

Many in the construction industry don’t understand the difference between business development and marketing. Here’s a little crash course. NOTE: The principles addressed in this article apply across all business sectors!

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Saturday, January 04, 2025

Centerstone Awarded $20,000 Donation from Helmkamp Construction

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Friday, December 20, 2024

Ameren Corporation (NYSE: AEE) recently announced that Steven O. Vondran has been elected to the Ameren board of directors, effective Jan. 1, 2025.

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Friday, December 20, 2024

Illinois Senate Republican Leader John Curran (R-41st - Downers Grove) has appointed Senator Erica Harriss (R-56th - Glen Carbon) to serve on the state’s newly created Increasing Representation of Women in Technology Task Force.

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Friday, December 20, 2024

The Gori Law Firm recently welcomed Arthur “A.J.” Risavy as its new associate attorney. Risavy joins the firm’s asbestos litigation team, helping clients and families injured by asbestos receive the compensation they deserve.

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Friday, December 20, 2024

Brittany F. Peterson, Ph.D., associate professor in the Department of Biological Sciences and acting director of the Center for Faculty Development and Innovation at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, is a featured expert in the newly released three-part docuseries titled “Why Studying Locusts Requires Integrative Approaches.”

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Friday, December 20, 2024

The impressive work of Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s Trish Oberweis, Ph.D., professor in the College of Arts and Sciences’ (CAS) Department of Criminal Justice Studies, has earned her the 2025 Paul Simon Outstanding Teacher-Scholar Award.

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Friday, December 20, 2024

At Lewis and Clark Community College, educators like William Ellington are leading the charge to combat issues with persistence and completion among the adult education population.

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Friday, December 20, 2024

2024 has brought several health care related projects, some of which have been completed with others under way well into 2025.

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Friday, December 20, 2024

Beginning January 1, 2025, Illinois employers will be required to provide pay stubs to employees each pay period.

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Friday, December 20, 2024

Human services agency's Secret Santa program expected to provide gifts for nearly 1,400 children this Christmas.

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Friday, December 20, 2024

The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) has approved Ameren Illinois' re-filed multi-year grid plan, spanning 2024-2027, with modifications.

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Friday, December 20, 2024

SIUE's Center for Predictive Analytics and the IRIS Center for the Digital Humanities were awarded a total of three grants through the Illinois Innovation Network's Sustaining Illinois seed grant program.

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Friday, December 20, 2024

Mark your calendar for the January 13 Zoom forum, and get registered for the Citizens Police Academy!

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Friday, December 20, 2024

Director of Surgical Services Dan Rojek is excited to announce the addition of the Da Vinci 5 robotic surgery system to its cutting-edge surgical technology lineup, launching in early 2025.

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Friday, December 20, 2024

In an effort to encourage a vibrant lineup of gatherings for the public’s benefit and enjoyment in Edwardsville, the City is once again offering a Special Events Grant Program.

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Monday, December 16, 2024

BARBERMurphy, a leading central and southern commercial real estate brokerage firm in downstate Illinois, now licensed in Missouri, recently added Eddie Aboussie to its team as a broker associate.

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Sunday, December 15, 2024

Gruben brings more than three decades of experience as an investment professional.

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Tuesday, December 10, 2024

Jon Kribs was more than just a VDC Engineer at Holland—he was a presence that brought joy, wisdom, and humor to everyone he encountered. His passing has left a void in the hearts of those who knew him, but his legacy continues to inspire and shape the culture at Holland.

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Monday, December 09, 2024

The employees of Revity Credit Union united to raise $1,390.00 for the Madison County Fallen Officer Memorial Fund through their Revel for a Cause Jeans Program.

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Friday, December 06, 2024

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville recently announced the appointment of Sydney Greenwalt, Ph.D., as director of counseling services. Greenwalt begins her role December 16, 2024.

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Friday, December 06, 2024

The Society has just learned it will be the recipient of a $10,000 grant from Illinois Humanities which can be used for general operating expenses.

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Wednesday, December 04, 2024

Circuit Clerk Tom McRae recently announced that Madison County was awarded a $105,407 Technology Modernization Grant from the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts (AOIC).

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Wednesday, November 27, 2024

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Chancellor James T. Minor, Ph.D., has named Miriam Roccia, MPA, as vice chancellor for Student Affairs. Roccia’s appointment is effective November 25, 2024.

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Tuesday, November 26, 2024

On November 25, 2024, retiring Chief Judge Stephen Stobbs announced that Circuit Judge Christopher P. Threlkeld had been selected by his fellow circuit judges to serve as the next chief judge of the Third Judicial Circuit of Madison and Bond Counties, Illinois, for a two-year term.

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Tuesday, November 26, 2024

The Edwardsville Arts Center & Jacoby Arts Center Collaborate on ARTEAST Art Tour.

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Tuesday, November 26, 2024

First Mid Bancshares, Inc. has appointed Paul L. Palmby to the company’s board of directors, effective November 19, 2024. Palmby will also serve on the board of directors of First Mid Bank & Trust, which is a subsidiary of the company.

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Friday, November 22, 2024

Each year, Emerson Electric Company sponsors the Excellence in Teaching Awards program to recognize educators in the St. Louis metropolitan area – from kindergarten teachers to college professors – who are examples of excellence in their field.

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Friday, November 22, 2024

In October, employees of Revity Credit Union came together to raise $4,562.15 for the American Cancer Society through their Revel for a Cause Jeans Program.

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Thursday, November 07, 2024

Edwardsville, IL based retailer expands footprint in southeastern Missouri.

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Thursday, October 31, 2024

Attorney Deanna L. Litzenburg is honored with the Third Judicial Circuit Pro Bono Service Award by the Public Interest Law Initiative (PILI) for providing outstanding pro bono services to low-income individuals and charitable organizations in the last year.

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Wednesday, October 23, 2024

Emergency Department’s, Sawyer Bricker, RN, of Anderson Hospital was recently honored with The DAISY Award® For Extraordinary Nurses.

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Tuesday, October 22, 2024

Employees of Revity Credit Union united during the month of September to raise $1,206.94 in support of Billie’s Kids Christmas through their Revel for a Cause Jeans Program.

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Friday, October 11, 2024

Earlier today, Anderson Hospital Foundation accepted a generous contribution from Allison’s Friends of Hope!

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Tuesday, October 08, 2024

Brendan McKee was appointed to serve as the next fire chief for the Edwardsville Fire Department.

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Wednesday, October 02, 2024

The Making an IMPACT Foundation, a charitable foundation established by IMPACT Strategies of Fairview Heights, IL, held its third annual Sporting Clay Classic on September 13.

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Thursday, September 19, 2024

“Art from the Vault” is a new exhibit at the Madison County History Museum in Edwardsville. The exhibit features various forms of art from the museum collections, including some pieces which are rarely seen.

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Thursday, September 12, 2024

Deeply rooted in the community and in the clients they serve — that’s the philosophy has guided Mathis, Marifian & Richter, Ltd. (MMR), from its inception 40 years ago. That mission still holds true today and has enabled the law firm to achieve tremendous success and recognition as one of Southern Illinois’ most respected practices. As the firm this year celebrates its 40th anniversary, it notes the differentiating characteristics that set MMR apart from other firms in the area, and the factors that continue to shape its future.

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Monday, September 09, 2024

Chestnut Health Systems has named Tony Coletta, M.S. as Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) effective Monday, October 7, 2024.

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Wednesday, August 28, 2024