This Veterans Day let us take a moment to remember the sacrifices made by those who answered the call to protect the freedom of our nation. Thank you to all…

National S.T.E.M. / S.T.E.A.M. Day calls for the advancement of education in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. These are critical areas in any child’s education and…

With an estimated 450,000 undocumented immigrants living in Illinois and the ever-increasing costs forced onto taxpayers to pay for their free Medicaid healthcare benefits, State Representative Amy Elik (R-Alton) has…

Join SIUE for an exciting event celebrating women entrepreneurs! The Women’s Entrepreneurship Day Panel & Networking, hosted by the SIUE School of Business, will take place on Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at…

Public Hearing on Firearm Ban Rules Nov. 6 in Caseyville The Illinois State Police (ISP) is hosting a public hearing concerning the registration of firearms in the Metro East on…

Social media has become a pillar of many people’s daily lives, with 59 percent of the global population (4.65 billion) using at least one platform. In the U.S., the numbers are…

The celebration of Halloween has been around for more than a thousand years. Originally a religious observance, today Halloween is considered a holiday for dress-up and fun, especially for children. By…

This National First Responders Day we honor the courage and commitment of our police, fire, EMS, and dispatchers. Thank you to all these heroes who work every day to keep…

The House adjourned this week after only two days of session. Democrats have yet to call any legislation to address the major issues facing our state, choosing instead to once…

Don’t forget! Madison County Community Development and the Leadership Council of Southwestern Illinois will be hosting a Small Business Seminar. Registration is free!