Residents voice concerns at Maryville Board Meeting over annexation

By Kathy Turner • Several residents used Maryville’s village board meeting as a platform to express their opposition to an ordinance being acted on that evening. Paige Durham of the Madison County Farm Bureau and five others speak out against the proposed action for annexation at the Nov. 4 meeting.

Associated Physicians Group's Christina Rogerson on Medicare plan choices and navigating insurance barriers

Christina Rogerson, Chief Operating Officer of Associated Physicians Group discusses how insurance rules, prior authorizations and network changes can affect access to care. Rogerson explains why a physician referral does not always guarantee coverage and discusses steps patients can take when a recommended service is denied, including asking their provider about options and contacting their insurer to advocate for themselves.

How to watch SIU-Edwardsville vs. Duke basketball on TV, live stream plus game time

How to watch SIU-Edwardsville vs. Duke basketball on TV, live stream plus game time

Alton City Council Meeting: Data Center Concerns, City Business and Public Comment

At the November 12, 2026, Alton City Council meeting, residents spoke at length about the proposed Terawatt data center, raising concerns about noise, energy and water use, environmental effects, public transparency and the project’s potential impact on the community. Other speakers urged the city to consider alternative uses for the former steel mill site, asked about conditions at 845 Danforth Street, and called for progress in negotiations with Teamsters Local 525. Council discussion included a proposal to introduce a temporary data-center moratorium; it was referred to the Committee of the Whole, not adopted at this meeting.

Yelp's Merry on the Mississippi spotlights Alton small businesses for the holidays

A Yelp passport sent visitors through 16 Alton businesses for a night of holiday shopping

Grace + Grit Boutique brings size-inclusive fashion and family roots to downtown Alton

Chef Aaron Hickersom of Blue City Smoke shares his food truck, barbecue and private-chef plans

Chef Aaron Hickersom, an Alton native and Navy veteran with nearly 30 years in the culinary industry, joins Brian Trust on Our Daily Show to talk about Blue City Smoke. He describes the inspiration behind the name and his plans for chef-inspired smash burgers, gourmet sandwiches, barbecue and rotating specials.

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.

No. 21 McKendree Falls in Double Overtime Heartbreak Fashion

ASHLAND, Ohio. – No. 21 McKendree women's soccer was defeated by Wayne State from a last-minute goal scored in the second overtime at Ferguson Field on Friday. The Warriors got out to a lead early, scoring within the first two minutes from a goal that just found the inside of the far post.

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

Potential IHSA Constitution amendment proposals for 2026-27 announced

A total of 24 proposals that could potentially amend the IHSA Constitution and By-Laws were received from principals and other official representatives of IHSA member schools for the IHSA’s 2026-27 legislative cycle. The IHSA Legislative Commission discussed the 24 proposals during their first meeting on Monday, Nov. 2. Proposals...

'We never got down': Hannah Macias and Arielle Niemeyer win USA Pickleball national title

Hannah Macias and Arielle Niemeyer went 4-0 to win the Ladies 3.5 Division at the USA Pickleball National Championships in San Diego.

Veterans Day Program In Greenville

The annual Bond County Veterans Day Program was held Wednesday morning in the Greenville First United Methodist Church. The guest speaker was Colonel Justin Warnaar (warner) from Scott Air Force Base. He talked about Veterans Day. Veterans from throughout the county participated in the ceremony. Members of Girl Scout Troop...

NCERC Researcher Explores New Uses for Illinois Corn

Brooke Wagner once thought of corn primarily as a food crop. Now, as a senior research fellow at the National Corn to Ethanol Research Center (NCERC), she is helping develop new uses for corn that could create long-term value for Illinois farmers. Located on the campus of Southern Illinois University...