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D.A.R.E. car cruise begins taking shape
People who are looking to get out and see some cool cars and help raise money for the D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) program can come to the D.A.R.E. car cruise at North Side Dairy Haven
Sam's Club opens temporary facility
While helicopters were hovering over the Sam’s Club construction site in Glen Carbon Thursday delivering air conditioning units, a dozen or so individuals were buzzing in a different manner just off t
EPD announces key promotions
Following the retirement of Major Don Lask and Lieutenant Scott Evers and the approval of the restructuring of the command team, the Edwardsville Board of Fire and Police Commissioners approved the pr
EPD bids a farewell to Evers
It was 10 days before his 21st birthday when Lt. Scott Evers, became a patrol officer. Now 56 years , he will be turning in his badge and gun and entering a brand new chapter of his life.
College Talk: Colloquium focuses on books, meaning
Each year, the College of Arts and Sciences at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville organizes a research colloquium around a universal theme. In the past these topics have included “America,” “Ev
Practical Parenting: Tips on developing a child's self esteem
As babies, it’s hard to believe we were already learning how to be confident. When we first were able to roll-over and grab our favorite rattle, our parents and caregivers cheered as if we had just wo
Business: Investors can learn from Earth Day lessons
Next week, we observe Earth Day. First celebrated in 1970, Earth Day has grown into an international movement whose goal is to raise awareness of the need to take action to sustain a healthy, sustaina
Ask the Lawyer: Understanding remission, review hearings
Question: My son got into some legal trouble a little over a year ago. He was arrested for being in a bar fight, and was charged with a battery crime. Because of the overwhelming evidence against hi
Caribbean Cove
Get an up close look at what lives beneath the waves when Stingrays at Caribbean Cove featuring Sharks opens at the Saint Louis Zoo on April 19 and runs through Sept. 29.
Religion: Don't let bad days take control of your life
I know we all have those occasional ‘bad days’, but in the past week or so, I have felt burdened, frustrated, forgetful, a little angry and very sad.
Nothing beats Opening Day in St. Louis
What a difference a day makes, Opening Day that is. Thirty major league baseball teams across the country suited up with September standings in distant sight. With his rookie managing season behind h
A Day at the Fabulous Fox Theatre
The Fox Theater in St.Louis stands as a testament to America's transition from vaudeville shows into the film and moviemaking industry, courtesy of studio owner William Fox. In 1929 the Fox Theater wa
Courthouse catches Cardinal fever
On a recent weekday morning, the Madison County Courthouse hummed its typical under-the-radar buzz.
Beer Festival will return to City Park
Get outside and enjoy craft beers, delicious food and great music at the Global Brew Tap House & Lounge Spring Beer Festival. The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on April 27 at Edward
Traffic signals adjusted on Troy Road
Sam’s Club is little more than a shell standing near the intersection of Center Grove Road and Troy Road in Glen Carbon.
