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Belleville News-Democrat

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Fairview Heights approves development plan for Lotawata Creek building

The massive building that housed Lotawata Creek Southern Grill for nearly 30 years will be converted into a gas station with a convenience store, liquor store and fast-food chicken restaurant. Lotawata Creek closed last year at 311 Salem Place in Fairview Heights, near the intersection of Illinois 159 and Interstate 64. On Wednesday night, the City Council approved a site plan for the Sav-On Phillips 66 project and a special-use permit allowing a gas station in an area zoned B-4, or retail business. “This is going to be very good for the city,” said Dallas Alley, director of land use and economic development. “While we loved having Lotawata Creek, and restaurants are a great thing, that’s a very big building, and it would be very difficult to fill it with another restaurant.” The site plan shows a convenience store, Sav-On liquor store, video gambling room and Champs Chicken restaurant inside the building with Phillips 66 gas pumps and electric-vehicle charging stations outside. The restaurant will have a drive-thru window. Developers Alka and Nick Patel, of Caseyville, didn’t return calls for comment Thursday. In city paperwork, they listed 20 other businesses as examples of their ownership experience in the past 27

Fairview Heights, IL · 3d

The Edwardsville Intelligencer

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Two new businesses could be coming to Orchard Town Center in Glen Carbon

“We are very intentional with who we have selected to be a part of Orchard Town Center and we will continue that goal as we go into the final steps of the project,” the developer says.

Glen Carbon, IL · 8d

The Edwardsville Intelligencer

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Glen Carbon merchants seek compensation over Main Street construction

Merchants say parking and access problems are affecting their businesses during a storm sewer project, while the village expects the work to finish by Thanksgiving.

Glen Carbon, IL · 4d

Effingham Radio

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Economic Development Advisory Board Met Wednesday

Effingham, IL-(Effingham Radio)- Effingham County’s loan board says all current borrowers are making their required payments, a positive sign as members look toward expanding local business lending opportunities. At the latest meeting, the board discussed applying for the Intermediary Relending Program, known as IRP. Members also began reviewing possible...

Effingham County, IL · 1d
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Highland City Council approves estimated 3.92% tax levy increase

Reporter • Highland City Council approved an estimated 3.92% increase in its property tax levy during its Oct. 19 meeting. The proposed increase would generate roughly $202,000 in additional property tax revenue for the city compared with the previous year. The amount would rise from $5,161,357 last year to $5,363,762. The city’s property tax rate is expected to decline by 1.04%.

Highland, IL · 3d

businessdailynetwork.com

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Women in Business Connects at Oasis Nutrition

On Thursday, October 22, De Soto women business owners and leaders started their morning at Oasis Nutrition for the latest Women in Business gathering. Hosted by Sherelle Witt, owner of Oasis Nutrition and local realtor, the event offered complimentary morning beverages and snacks in a welcoming, relaxed setting. Attendees represented a wide range of businesses across the community.

De Soto, IL · 23h

unearththevoyage.com

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Illinois Locals Stock Their Freezers at These 10 Old-School Butcher Shops That Beat Supermarket Prices

The first time I walked into a small-town butcher shop in Illinois, I expected a quick stop and walked out with a cooler so full I could barely close the trunk. The meat looked better, the people knew their stuff, and the bundle prices made my usual grocery bill look silly.

Illinois · 2d

1070 KHMO-AM

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Missouri Plant Closing Soon, 51 Workers to Lose Jobs

Missouri was notified by a company that they will be closing a plant which will result in job loss for 51 employees starting in January.

Missouri · 2d

West Newsmagazine

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Proposed developer seeks rezoning to allow higher density

A future five-lot residential subdivision to be known as Pacland Crest has been proposed for a 13.6-acre site located west of Kehrs Mill Road and south of Pacland Place. The property currently contains a single-family residence, barn and pool house. Although the house was constructed in 1900, it is not listed as a historic place in the city, said City Planner Isaak Simmers.

Chesterfield, MO · 3d

stlmag.com

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How Steve Smith is building St. Louis’ next chapter

 In this episode of Fast Forward STL, Keith Alper speaks with developer Steve Smith. A fourth-generation St. Louisan, Smith knew from his childhood doodles that he wanted to pursue a career in architecture. Today, he’s the co-founder and executive chairman of The Lawrence Group and founder and CEO of New + Found. For more than four decades, Smith has helped shape St. Louis by transforming neighborhoods, preserving historic buildings, and investing in the city’s future. Tune in to hear his story and what he envisions will move the region forward. Watch on YouTube, and listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform. Love the show? Be sure to follow or subscribe.

St. Louis, MO · 4d

hoodline.com

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Joe Edwards Sells Downtown's Flamingo Bowl to Washington Avenue Developer Oliver Properties

Joe Edwards, the restaurateur and developer known for reviving the University City Loop, has sold Flamingo Bowl, a 12-lane art deco bowling alley at 1117 Washington Avenue, to St. Louis-based Oliver Properties. The venue, which opened in 2007, closed to regular customers over the summer. The sale is among several property deals Edwards has made during 2026.

St. Louis, MO · 2d

firstalert4.com

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McBride Homes eyes major mixed-use transformation at former Jamestown Mall site

ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - McBride Homes is moving forward with plans to turn the former Jamestown Mall property into a massive mixed-use community, bringing more than 700 residences, commercial space, and public parks to Florissant. The developer aims to fully fund all road, sewer, and utility infrastructure...

St. Louis, MO · 3d

FOX 2

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Joe Edwards sells Moonrise Hotel for $14.5M

Call it one small step for man and one giant leap for lodging.

St. Louis, MO · 3d

theshelbyreport.com

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Schnucks Extends ‘Deals For Weeks’ Value Program To Early ’27

Schnuck Markets is extending its “Deals for Weeks” value initiative until early 2027. The St. Louis-based grocer launched the program’s newest cycle Nov. 4 with locked-in savings on 891 winter and holiday essentials through Jan. 5. Designed to complement the grocer’s traditional weekly sales, “Deals for Weeks”...

St. Louis, MO · 4d

familyvacationsus.com

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Retired Phone Workers Gave 66,500 Volunteer Hours To Save This 1896 Missouri Building

Somewhere in Missouri, a crew of retired phone company workers poured 66,500 volunteer hours into an old 1896 building. Their reward?. A place where kids can dial a rotary phone and hear it actually connect. The founders came from Southwestern Bell, so they know these machines from the inside out....

St. Louis, MO · 6d

woodworkingnetwork.com

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Saint Louis Closet and Artisan Family of Brands merge into massive closet company

ST. LOUIS and ATLANTA — Saint Louis Closet Co. and the Artisan Family of Brands have merged to create one of the largest independently owned custom closet organizations in the country, with seven brands, eight showrooms, four manufacturing facilities and more than 200 employees serving homeowners across five states.

St. Louis, MO · 3d

timesnewspapers.com

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Attorney General Files Suit Against Dispensary

The Missouri Attorney General has filed a lawsuit against a Des Peres dispensary, accusing the business of misleading consumers about the amount of THC in its products. The suit, filed Oct. 23, alleges CBD Kratom Cannabis Dispensary, 12306 Manchester Road, is operating as a dispensary, but is not licensed to do so. The business is not included on the Missouri Division of Cannabis Regulation’s list of verified dispensaries.

Des Peres, MO · 9h

edglentoday.com

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Edwardsville Unemployment Rate Dips To 3.1 Percent In September 2026, Alton's Mark Also Drops To 4.2 Percent

EDWARDSVILLE - Unemployment fell in September 2026 across Madison, St. Clair, Calhoun, Greene, Jersey and Macoupin counties, as well as Edwardsville, Alton, Granite City and East St. Louis, while the Illinois portion of the St. Louis metropolitan area added 500 jobs compared with a year earlier. The declines were part...

Edwardsville, IL · 3d

labortribune.com

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Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 562, United Association, congratulate John O’Mara on his retirement

Earth City, MO – John O’Mara recently retired as business manager/secretary-treasurer of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 562 after 15 years and was feted by local and international officers with his union. O’Mara has been a member of Local 562 for 42 years, including 25 years in the office,...

Earth City, MO · 4d