Former Edwardsville Star Kate Martin Signs With Bendigo Spirit Of Australian Women's National Basketball League

BENDIGO, Australia - Kate Martin, a former standout with Edwardsville High School, signed a contract for the remainder of the 2026-27 season with the Bendigo Spirit of the Australian Women's National Basketball League. After her distinguished career for the Tigers, Martin, the daughter of former Edwardsville football coach Matt Martin,...

Community Hospital of Staunton Welcomes New President Teresa Cornelius

Experienced healthcare executive brings more than 20 years of leadership and a passion for community healthcare. Community Hospital of Staunton (CHS) is pleased to announce Teresa Cornelius, DNP, MSN, RN, CENP, as its new President, effective November 9, 2026. Cornelius brings more than 20 years of healthcare experience, including an impressive career with HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital in Highland, Illinois, where she advanced from bedside nursing to executive leadership. Beginning her career as a registered nurse in 2006, Cornelius progressively assumed leadership responsibilities, serving as Charge Nurse, Inpatient Nurse Manager, Director of Clinical Services, Chief Nursing Officer, Chief Operating Officer, and ultimately President and Chief Administrative Officer of both HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital and HSHS Holy Family Hospital in Greenville in June 2024. Throughout her career, Cornelius has demonstrated a commitment to strengthening healthcare services, developing clinical teams, improving patient experiences, and building meaningful relationships with physicians and the communities they serve. Her leadership experience includes overseeing hospital operations, strategic planning, quality initiatives, service-line growth, and more than $27 million in major facility investments. Cornelius holds a Doctorate of Nursing Practice in Ethical Leadership and a Master of Science in Nursing Administration. She is also a Certified Executive in Nursing

Edwardsville announces 14 college athletic commitments

Congratulations to the 14 student-athletes from Edwardsville High School.

East Alton-Wood River district considers wearable panic badges for staff

East Alton-Wood River studies panic badges as another layer in campus security

High School Football Preview Show: Quarterfinal Week

In honor of Veterans Day, we’re putting the High School Football Preview Show on the free side of the website today. Enjoy the breakdown from Tim Schweizer, Steve Bridge, Mike Wennmacher and Derek Parris as they talk SHG vs Centralia and Rochester vs Highland ahead of the 4A quarterfinals on Saturday. This show can be also be heard live on WMAY 97.7 FM on Saturday at 3 pm.

Stuart statement on BJC, Aetna agreement

By Tribune Staff • State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, released the following statement after BJC Health and Aetna health insurance have reached an agreement to extend health care coverage for at least one year:. “I’m grateful BJC and Aetna have come together to ensure members in our community and...

Collinsville City Council Unanimously Approves $21.6 Million Capital Improvement Plan

Collinsville’s City Council Meeting on Tuesday, November 10 started with roll call, having all councilpeople present, an invocation from Father Rosa of Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, and the pledge of allegiance. They began with recognition of Michaela Cercherer as Telecommunicator of the Year. Police Chief Brett Boerm spoke about Cercherer’s first two years with the police department were exemplary. She worked in multiple life-saving efforts this year, and while the department has many unsung heroes, Boerm was very proud that Michaela was the second person in their department to be acknowledged for this state-wide award. Next Mayor Jeff Stehman and council acknowledged 314 Vandalia Street as the winners for Yard of the Year. Stehman then read the Proclamation that November 2026 is National American Indian Heritage Month in Collinsville. City Manager Derek Jackson then began a presentation on the 2027 Capital Improvement Plan. The Capital Improvement Plan, or CIP, is a rather large document providing an overview of the many individual projects and total spending for 2027, the total being $21,604,589. The project types broke down to vehicles needed, infrastructure improvements, new equipment, and facility improvements across all departments. Jackson broke down the numbers by department, fund, and

Edwardsville girls wrestling wins 618 Scramble with 13 top-four finishes

Edwardsville opens the season with a team championship at the 618 Girls Wrestling Scramble, led by four individual champions and 43 pins.

Alton delays vote again on redevelopment deal for former Elijah P.'s site at 401 Piasa St.

Alton delays data center review after a speaker questions Stantec’s independence

No. 2 Duke eyes get-right game vs. SIU Edwardsville

Licking its wounds after a narrow loss to Michigan State, No. 2 Duke has the opportunity for a get-right game when it hosts SIU Edwardsville on Friday in Durham, N.C. Duke lost 79-73 to No. 5 Michigan State on Tuesday in the Champions Classic in Chicago. Preseason ACC Rookie of the Year Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje finished with just five points in 20 minutes of play. Collectively, the Blue Devils (2-1) shot just 33.3% from the floor and 24.1% from 3-point range. Michigan State scored 16 points off 13 Duke turnovers and outscored the Blue Devils 34-26 in the paint. The Spartans never trailed, with the game's only tie coming at 2-all. "That wasn't Duke basketball," said Duke fifth-year coach Jon Scheyer. "We did not play together. ... It comes down to our lack of fighting through resistance, playing together and Michigan State outplaying us. Bottom line." John Blackwell led Duke with 17 points while Patrick Ngongba tallied 11 points, seven rebounds, six assists and four blocks. Ngongba said after the game he has been playing through an illness with Scheyer adding that the 6-foot-11 center "didn't have his best stuff by any means." Nonetheless, Ngongba leads Duke with 16.3 points

Libby Koonce Resigns as Edwardsville High School Girls Golf Coach

EDWARDSVILLE – Edwardsville High School girls golf coach Libby Koonce has resigned from her position after 13 years with the program, including the last eight years as head coach. Koonce most recently guided the Tigers to a sixth-place finish at the IHSA Girls State Finals, the program’s best finish...

LCCC Breaks Ground on Main Complex Renovation

Pet of the Week- Meet Starr!

Thank you to Doit's Village Inn for sponsoring The Granite City Daily News adoptable pet from Metro East Humane Society. Meet Starr! This spunky girl is full of personality and guaranteed to keep you smiling! She's playful, fun, and has just the right amount of sass, but once the excitement settles down, Starr turns into an absolute cuddle bug who loves being close to her people. She's ready to trade shelter life for a cozy bed, a loving family, and someone she can call her very own. Starr has so much love to give and is just waiting for someone to give her a chance. Don't let this sweet girl wait any longer come meet Starr. Hi I am new to Metro East Humane Society and I am very excited to meet you!! If you are interested in adopting me, please fill out an application on our website at https://www.mehs.org/adoptables If you are interested in learning more about all of our adoptables or the adoption process at MEHS, please email info@mehs.org All of our dogs and cats will be microchipped, spayed or neutered, and up-to-date on vaccinations at the time of adoption. MEHS Adoption Fees: Dogs under 6 months: $250

Highland OKs $186,200 dump truck purchase ahead of potential price increase

Reporter • The Highland City Council approved buying a new dump truck for the city’s street and alley division on Nov. 2, citing long manufacturing timelines and an expected price increase. The council unanimously approved a resolution waiving bidding procedures to purchase a 2028 Freightliner M2106 dump truck...

Former Alton church goes to auction with $75,000 starting bid

Stained glass, 40-foot ceilings, seven bathrooms: Alton church hits the auction block

Pair of Seneca High School athletes sign to respective colleges

A pair of Seneca athletes signed their commitment to play sports at the collegiate level this morning. Check out where they'll be headed.

Breese Central and Okawville in Volleyball Final Fours

Three area high school girls volleyball teams are in the IHSA state semifinals. Breese Central, Okawville and Mascoutah won supersectional matches Monday night to advance to the Final Four in their classes. Central was a 25-14, 26-24 winner over Red Bud in the Nashville Class 2A Supersectional. The Lady Cougars...

Walton Takes Fourth And Lady Vandals Finish 14th as Team at 618 Scramble

Vandalia girls wrestling took 14th as a team at Wednesday’s 618 Scramble hosted by Edwardsville High School and Lady Vandals sophomore Brylee Walton took fourth individually. In the 170lb weight class, Walton got a first round BYE before getting a win by fall in 1:12 over Skylee Howell of Jerseyville in the Championship Quarterfinals to move to the Semifinals where she suffered a loss by fall in 52 seconds. Walton dropped to the Consolation Semifinals where she beat Aubrey Bethel of Waterloo by Major Decision, 8-0, to get into the Third Place bout but suffered a loss by fall in 49 seconds to finish in fourth and go 2-2 on the day.

Glen Carbon committee approves prairie restoration

The village approved a three-year, $37,450 agreement with Native Plant STL to restore about 1.5 acres of prairie at Green Space East.

Early barometer: Area girls wrestlers hit the mats at 618 Scramble

Edwardsville won the 618 Girls Wrestling Scramble, while Civic Memorial tied for 4th and Roxana was 8th in 21-team affair.