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Belle-Clair Fairgrounds was once the site of a Civil War Union Army camp
Editor's note: This story was originally published by the Belleville News-Democrat. The grounds which serve as the site of the Belle-Clair Fairgrounds was used very much as it is today 170 years ago, as a place for agricultural fairs and other events. But just after the start of the Civil...
Gillespie Woman Seeks Funds For Final Tennessee Mountain Trip
GILLESPIE - Anna Reiniesch, a 39-year-old woman from Gillespie, has launched a GoFundMe campaign to fulfill her final wish of visiting the Tennessee mountains. Reiniesch, who is on hospice care due to liver failure and Stage 5 kidney failure, hopes to make the trip at the end of August. "I...
Explore More Illinois Welcomes Back Chicago Red Stars
Explore More Illinois, RAILS’ online cultural and recreational pass program for Illinois libraries, welcomes back for the 2024 season, the Chicago Red Stars in Bridgeview!. Established in 2007, the Red Stars were a founding member of the former Women’s Professional Soccer and would later become one of the original eight teams to form the National Women’s Soccer League in 2013. The Red Stars have made the playoffs in six consecutive years from 2015-2020, clinching the team’s first appearance in the NWSL Championship in the 2019 season as well as appearing in the NWSL’s Challenge Cup Final in 2020.
Two Galesburg Natives Take Top Crowns in 2024 Li’l Miss Illinois
Two young girls represented Galesburg in the 2024 Miss Illinois Youth Program and came home with the top places. Kynleigh Fox was crowned the 2024 Li’l Miss Illinois, who is 9 years old and in 4th Grade, shares her experience:. “My experience was fun and doing all the stuff...
Your Weekend Go Guide: Explore This Weekend’s Events!
This July, the region is buzzing with a variety of events that cater to all interests, from the educational S.T.E.A.M. Take Home Kits for kids and the nostalgic Heritage Days in Greenville to the lively music performances and farmer’s markets across multiple cities. For a comprehensive list of events happening this month, visit Riverbender Events.
Fulton Reception and Diagnostic Center inmate housing still without air conditioning
The Fulton Reception and Diagnostic Center's inmate housing is still without air conditioning despite the Missouri General Assembly approving the funding for the installation more than a year ago. The post Fulton Reception and Diagnostic Center inmate housing still without air conditioning appeared first on ABC17NEWS.
Swansea’s Rep. Hoffman’s Initiatives To Curb Catalytic Converter Theft, Strengthen Move Over Laws, Signed By Governor
– A pair of initiatives led by state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, and the Illinois Secretary of State were signed into law Friday, July 19, 2024, strengthening the state’s move over “Scott’s Law” zones and bringing increased scrutiny to catalytic converter transactions in order to reduce their theft.
4 inmates stabbed at St. Louis Justice Center
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - Four inmates were stabbed by another inmate Wednesday afternoon at the St. Louis Justice Center, which serves as the city’s jail, sources have told First Alert 4. The stabbings happened around 1:20 p.m. and EMS units were sent to the scene of...
Madison Man Killed, East St. Louis Woman Hurt By Gunfire in Venice
A 20-year-old man died and a 24-year-old woman was injured in a shooting Saturday in Venice, Illinois State Police said. The incident occurred when the man, who was from Madison, was shot multiple times and pronounced dead at the scene. The woman, a resident of East St. Louis, was rushed to a hospital for treatment.
Saint Louis Billikens Center Robbie Avila discusses his nicknames, summer practice, more
The college basketball season is still a couple of months away from starting, but plenty of work is still getting done during the summer leading up to November 2024, especially for the Saint Louis Billikens
L&C Welcomes Players to Baseball Prospect Showcase
Baseball players entering their junior or senior year of high school, including those looking to transfer or walk on, are invited to show off their skills in an upcoming prospect showcase, hosted by Lewis and Clark Community College. Sign in to hide this notification. Get The Latest News!. Don't miss...
Iconic Vehicle Got Into A Scary Accident On A Popular Illinois Highway
It's been a rough week for the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile. Apparently this past Monday, the iconic vehicle was involved in a crash in Illinois. I have a family member who's obsessed with visiting this thing. No joke, she's probably seen it in person at least over a dozen times. I'm sure right now she's greatly concerned after recent events involving the Wienermobile.
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