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Former Students and Staff to Reunite at Worden School Reunion
WORDEN — Alumni, former staff, and coaches of Worden Grade School and Worden High School are invited to reconnect at an all-class reunion on Saturday, September 28, 2024. The event will be held at 7 p.m. at the Worden American Legion Hall. Sign in to hide this notification. Get...
Edwardsville honored with Governor’s Cup
The City of Edwardsville was honored Wednesday with the Governor’s Cup for its support and collaboration with the Madison County Challenger Baseball Program. Edwardsville was one of four Governor’s Hometown Award finalists chosen to vie for the prestigious award before a panel of judges at the State Fairgrounds in Springfield.
Lovejoy Librarian and Professor Champions Intellectual Freedom and OER
Joe Kohlburn, MA-ISLT, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville assistant professor and OER and Scholarly Communications Librarian, has been awarded along with his fellow members of the Missouri Library Association Intellectual Freedom Committee (MLA-IFC) the 2023 Robert B. Downs Intellectual Freedom Award. According to the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign School of Information...
Retiring SIUE Professor is Announced Paul Simon Outstanding Teacher-Scholar
Before retiring this month and after a more than 30-year career at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, Catherine Santanello, PhD, professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences received this year’s Paul Simon Outstanding Teacher-Scholar Award. Santanello began her career at SIUE as an instructor of biological sciences in 1993; she then moved to...
2025 All-American Iose Epenesa Commits to Iowa
The University of Iowa has successfully landed one of the top defensive players in the country. 2025 All-American Iose Epenesa from Edwardsville High School in Illinois has committed to the Hawkeyes. According to 247Sports, Epenesa is the No.16 overall player in the nation and a five-star prospect. Past members of...
How Charlie Rae Children's Boutique Got Its Start in Edwardsville
EDWARDSVILLE - After Clarinda Martin had twins, she noticed the lack of children’s clothing in Edwardsville. Martin decided to open Charlie Rae Children’s Boutique to bring more children’s clothing options to the Metro East area. The boutique took off online and now, with a storefront located at 100 N. Main Street in Edwardsville, Charlie Rae is thriving. Martin couldn’t be prouder of the business she has built.
Area Veterans Receive Bi-State Support at Florissant Resource and Job Fair, Co-Hosted by SIUE Veterans Upward Bound
EDWARDSVILLE - A small army of providers, offering jobs, services, free clothing, door prizes and more assembled on Wednesday, Aug. 14 at John F. Kennedy Community Center in Florissant, Mo., to support men and women who have been in service to their country. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Veterans Upward Bound (VUB) co-hosted the Florissant Veterans Resource and Job Fair that boasted 42 vendors from Illinois and Missouri.
Monday, Sept. 19, 2024, Sports Roundup: Hyten Prevails At Alton Kickoff, Ottwell Places Second At Bloomington Event
ALTON – Father McGivney’s Sarah Hyten and Riana Thakker captured first in the Alton Kickoff Scramble Saturday at Rolling Hills Golf Course with a 6-under 65 to beat out the teams of Edwardsville’s Rachel Johnson and Ruhee Gupchup and O’Fallon’s Shaylee Ficken and Zoey Ficken by one stroke. The Edwardsville and O’Fallon girls each finished at 5-under 66.
Edwardsville Art Fair Features Unique Jewelry Artists
EDWARDSVILLE - These are three artists who will be spotlighted at the upcoming Edwardsville Art Fair in City Park on Sept. 27-29. These are today's featured participants:. Artist Statement: "My goal is to provide wearable piece of art in a way that is not typically seen at art fairs. To achieve this I use traditional bead weaving techniques to create bracelets, earrings, and necklaces. Every piece is carefully designed to give a look of sophistication by using modern/trendy color palettes and classic designs that complement your wardrobe."
SIUE Staff Senate offering scholarship for union members and their families
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s Staff Senate is offering a scholarship for union members and their families. The University Staff Senate serves as custodian for the SIUE Faculty for Collective Bargaining Scholarship, which totals $500. To be eligible, the applicant must be either a Labor union member, or the child,...
Capturing the Moment during SIUE Welcome Weekend and Convocation
As SIUE welcomes our campus community to the fall semester’s first day of classes, August 19, 2024, we share some scenes and moments of gratitude from Welcome Weekend and Convocation. “Welcoming and supporting our new students from around the globe, across the river, or down the street during Welcome...
Edwardsville Rotary Criterium Brings Families Together in Joyous Race
EDWARDSVILLE - Laughter and cheers filled the air during the annual Kids Race at the Edwardsville Rotary Criterium event, bringing joy to participants and spectators alike. This year marked the 14th running of the Criterium, which has evolved into one of the most anticipated events in the Edwardsville region. Sign...
Exciting Breakaway Wins at Edwardsville Rotary Criterium
EDWARDSVILLE - Kyle Perry was a part of a two-man breakaway that let through the majority of the race in going on to win the men's Category 1,2,3 main event, while Abby Krawzcyk of Memphis, Tenn., won the women's Pro/Open main event race at the 14th annual BuseyBank Edwardsville Rotary Criterium bicycle races Saturday afternoon and evening in downtown Edwardsville.
Edwardsville’s Annual Race Celebrates Community and Kids
EDWARDSVILLE - "The Greatest Race In The World," presented by the Edwardsville Wrestling Club and the Edwardsville huddle of Fellowship of Christian Athletes, continues to be a key event in the community. Held to mark the beginning of the school year, the race featured various categories for children, drawing nearly 200 participants this year.
Edwardsville D.A.R.E. Car Show Attracts Massive Crowd To Showcase Special Vehicles, Motorcycles
EDWARDSVILLE — The Edwardsville D.A.R.E. Car Show was extraordinary again on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2024, drawing a large crowd and featuring numerous impressive entries. With over 40 vehicle classes and 8 motorcycle classes, the show provided a diverse array of cars, trucks, tractors, and motorcycles. The first 350 vehicles to enter received a commemorative 2024 Dash Plaque.
Teagan Moszier Enjoys Much Improved Showing At SWISA Championships
EDWARDSVILLE - Teagan Moszier, who swims for the Montclaire Swim Club of Edwardsville, had a very good showing in the 62nd Southwestern Illinois Swimming Association meet on July 21 at the Chuck Fruit Aquatic Center, on the campus of Edwardsville High School. Moszier was a part of the girls 11-12...
Marylanders take fight for constitutional amendment on abortion to DNC
Marylanders took their fight to enshrine abortion rights in the state constitution to the Democratic National Convention Monday, hosting a fundraiser with Illinois advocates that was expected to raise $70,000 for the effort.
Illinois Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton on why Kamala Harris 'can beat Donald Trump'
FOX 32's Dawn Hasbrouck sat down with Illinois Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton to discuss Chicago hosting the DNC and why Kamala Harris can defeat Donald Trump in the general election.
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