Driving to St. Louis for work? You may need to leave early
Beginning Monday, Oct. 21, there will be lane restrictions in the left lane of westbound Interstate 55/70 between 9 a.m and 6 p.m. The restrictions will be at mile marker 12 (about one mile east of the Illinois Route 157 exit) and are necessary to install new attenuators in the median. Work is expected to […]
Read More →Halloween Party to benefit Caseyville volunteer fire department
The Caseyville Ladies Fire Auxiliary is hosting a Halloween Party to benefit the Caseyville Food Pantry and the village’s volunteer fire department. The 26th annual party is from 6:30-8:30, Friday, Oct. 25 at the Caseyville Community Building, 909 S. Main St. Admission is free and game tickets are four for $1. Anyone who brings a […]
Read More →Collinsville yard sales, Oct. 18-20
The City of Collinsville has announced that yard sales will be held at the following locations on the noted dates. 2031 MAPLELEAF — October 18 & 19 115 POWELL — October 18 & 19 683 OAK TRAIL — October 18 & 19 243 N. COMBS — October 18 & 19 901 ECHO DRIVE — October […]
Read More →Miner’s Theatre fundraiser at Bert’s, Oct. 27
Bert’s Chuckwagon is hosting an all-you-can-eat taco bar fundraiser on Sunday, Oct. 27 from Noon-3 p.m. The taco bar includes tacos, super tacos, soft tacos (Beef, chicken & vegetarian) frijoles, Spanish rice, side salad, nachos, nachos grande, chicken nuggets, pigs in a blanket, fries and a drink. Tickets are $9 for adults, $7 for youth […]
Read More →CHS announces students of the month for August and September
Collinsville High School students of the month for August and September August Thomas Boyer, Martney Boyer, Katie Loyet, Josh Patterson and Olivia Potter started an Amnesty International chapter at Collinsville High School. September Erin Edwards, a very good student and hard worker. She currently helps a student with her math homework during study hall, […]
Read More →Reps. Kay & Meier to host concealed carry seminars Oct. 28 and Oct. 30
Illinois state representatives Dwight Kay and Charlie Meier will be hosting two free public seminars about concealed carry in Illinois. The two seminars will be conducted on the following dates: Monday, Oct. 28 6:30 p.m. Lewis & Clark Community College N.O. Nelson Campus – Le Claire Room 600 Troy Rd. in Edwardsville Wednesday, Oct. 30 […]
Read More →Sexual assault in the military, documentary & discussion at SIUE
The Invisible War: A Documentary about Sexual Assault in the Military will be shown and a discussion will follow from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 15 in the MUC Mississippi-Illinois room on the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville campus. Panelists that will spearhead the conversation include Capt. Sheila Huff, Col. Ines White and Lt. Col. David A. Motes, […]
Read More →Collinsville organization seeks to recognize exceptional business associates
By Collinsville Progress Collinsville Progress is accepting nominations for its new Paul Miller Business Associate of the Month award. The monthly designation is awarded to a business associate who provides outstanding service in one or more of the following areas: • Friendly and courteous to customers • Displays exceptional service to the public • Dedicated […]
Read More →SIUE Hosts Immigration Workshop Oct. 10
By Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s International Student Services is hosting an immigration workshop from 4-5:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 10 in the Morris University Center’s Willow Room. The workshop is free for students, staff, faculty members and the surrounding community. The intent will be to offer useful information regarding U.S. immigration law. […]
Read More →SIUE Seeks Nominations for CLI Alumni Leadership Award
By Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Southern Illinois University Edwardsville and the Construction Leadership Institute (CLI) Advisory Board are soliciting nominations for the 2014 Construction Leadership Institute Alumni Leadership award. The honor will recognize an outstanding graduate of the CLI program and honor the individual’s exceptional contributions to the building community through their leadership, character and […]
Read More →NCERC at SIUE Celebrating 10th Anniversary with Open House
By Southern Illinois University Edwardsville The NCERC at SIUE is inviting the community to visit the Center during a series of events next week celebrating its 10th anniversary. The Center will open its doors for an open house from noon – 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 16. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville students, faculty, staff and local […]
Read More →Eat at McDonald’s, help Dorris Intermediate School
Dorris Intermediate School is hosting McTeacher night at the McDonald’s on Illinois Route 157 from 4-8 p.m. today. Twenty percent of all proceeds from dine-in or drive-thru sales during that time frame will be donated to DIS.
Read More →Former U.S. Congressman Jerry Costello Set to Speak at SIUE Oct. 8
By Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Former U.S. Congressman Jerry Costello will speak on “Our Nation’s Infrastructure—Approaching Crisis?” at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 8 at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. The event will take place in the Mississippi-Illinois room of the Morris University Center. Costello is the Paul Simon Public Policy Institute Leader in Residence at Southern Illinois […]
Read More →Recycle your electronics, benefit Miner’s Theatre
An electronics recycling fundraiser for Miner’s Theater will be held in uptown Collinsville on Oct. 11. The event will be from 12 – 6 p.m., Friday, Oct. 11 in the parking lot at 227 W. Main St., across from Spirito’s Italian Market. Bring: Everything related to a computer or electronics, including, but not limited to: […]
Read More →Annual Give Kids A Smile Day at SIUE School of Dental Medicine
Southern Illinois University’s School of Dental Medicine is urging parents of qualified children between the ages of 3 and 13 to attend this year’s Give Kids A Smile Day from 7:30 a.m. to noon, Monday, Oct. 14 at the School’s main clinic in building 263, 2800 College Ave. in Alton. Free dental care, including examinations, […]
Read More →Annual Celebration of World Faiths at SIUE
The colloquium as part of the Annual Celebration of World Faiths will take place from 7-9 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28 at the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Center for Spirituality and Sustainability. The interfaith colloquium is titled, “What’s Your Vision of the Divine? Exploring the Singularities and Similarities of Diverse Spiritual Traditions.” The Center is located […]
Read More →Willoughby Farms to host Fall Farm Day
Hayrides, scavenger hunts , fresh pulled pork sandwiches and a complimentary cake reception will highlight Fall Farm Day at Willoughby Farm Saturday, Oct. 5. The Collinsville Area Recreation District is hosting Fall Farm Day to celebrate 10 years of education and recreation at Willoughby Farm. Admission is free. From 10 a.m.-2 p.m., visitors can visit with […]
Read More →Jobs fair comes to the Gateway Center Thursday
At least 63 employers will descend upon the Gateway Center in Collinsville Thursday with jobs to offer. The Madison County Employment & Training Department is hosting the Jobs Plus 2013 Job Fair from 1-5 p.m. Thursday at the Gateway Center. The event will also feature several job seeker workshops. The event and parking are free […]
Read More →Caseyville to host Freaky Five Halloween 5K
The Village of Caseyville is hosting a 5K run, kids fun run and bonfire at 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19. Those who register by Oct. 1 will receive a discount and a free t-shirt. The flat, 5K course begins at the VFW (401 N. Long St.), continues through town and Caseyville Park, and concludes behind […]
Read More →Collinsville police and firefighters to commemorate 9/11 at Monks Mound
Police and firefighters will commemorate the 12th anniversary of the Sept. 11 World Trade Center attacks, and honor their colleagues who died during the attacks, today at Monks Mound. During the ceremony, that begins at 5 p.m., firefighters and police will make multiple trips up and down the steps of Monks Mound in remembrance of those […]
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