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Summer Zone will emphasize technology
Keeping their kids mentally engaged and physically active as well as entertained over summer break is always a challenge for parents. But District 7’s 2013 Summer Zone meets all of these requirements
EPD officer earns local recognition
Andy Feller, a 10-year veteran of the Edwardsville Police Department, is being honored this month as a Mental Resources Hero.
Funding reductions likely for events
With the reduction in the amount of tourism funds that have been budgeted for events throughout the year, the Finance Committee was forced to make some choices on funding for the SIUE XFest and the a
Police seek suspect in robbery
Edwardsville Police, with assistance from the Illinois State Police, are searching for a subject who inferred the possession of a weapon during a Monday afternoon robbery at Scott Credit Union on Rout
Festival now in 16th year
With the end of the school year fast approaching and summer time right around the corner, it’s time to get ready for the 16th Annual Route 66 Festival.
Frey Family enjoys its house for 58 years
In recognition of National Historic Preservation Month, Edwardsville’s Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) will showcase some of Edwardsville’s historic buildings in a series of articles during the
EHS announces third quarter honor roll
The following students were named to the Honor Roll for 3rd Quarter for Edwardsville High School:
Abusing the legal system has consequences
Question: Several years ago I bought the house I am in now . It was in a nice neighborhood, and near the right schools, so it was perfect for my family. I did not know who I was moving next to. The
Quinn appoints new trustees
Gov. Pat Quinn has appointed two trustees to the SIUE Board with strong ties to the SIUE campus, ending a months-long dispute between Quinn and state senators.
Yeager honored with Liberty Bell Award
In the days leading up to Wednesday’s Madison County Law Day luncheon, Bonnie Yeager hadn’t been feeling well. Recently, Madison County Bar Association President Angela Donohoo had called to say that
The sacred ground of Lusk Cemetery
In recognition of National Historic Preservation Month, Edwardsville’s Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) will showcase some of Edwardsville’s historic buildings and landmarks in a series of artic
Firefighter steps down after 35 years
When Howard Hall was approached by Willard Flagg, the developer of the Deerfield Subdivision north of Edwardsville, about forming a fire district to serve the subdivision, Holiday Shores and the surro
Village to finish testing for state
Maryville Mayor Larry Gulledge hopes the village has put to rest an issue that’s been lingering for almost 20 years.
Hylla chosen to take over as chief judge
Madison County officials were effusive in their praise for outgoing Chief Judge Ann Callis, and say they are looking forward to working with new Chief Judge David Hylla when he takes office on Monday.
Accident can't separate friends
It’s a story that could have been taken from a feel-good family movie: a young man and his faithful pet are separated in a near-fatal accident, only to miraculously reunite thanks to two strangers.
Area native an MMA champ
Jan Jurkus, iPad out, is scrolling past photos of her daughter Barb Honchak’s latest Mixed Martial Arts fight when one of them brings her up short.
