4+ day, 16+ hour ago   (282+ words) Following last weekend’s opening of Eckert’s Corn Maze at the Millstadt Farm location, a special event later this month to remember the events of Sept. 11, 2001. Eckert’s Millstadt Farm will host “Heroes Among Us” on Sept. 19-20, offering a tribute to local…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago   (1050+ words) Blending baseball culture, contemporary menus and a welcoming community atmosphere, Old Base Factory food hall has opened in O’Fallon. “To see all the food options open all at once was great. We’ve covered all the bases. We wanted this to…...

1+ week, 5+ day ago   (337+ words) Another property deal was consummated last week when Anheuser & Ruth, who for the past two years occupied the old Behrens & Thomas property on South Second Street, purchased the ground and building from Samuel Taylor. Three years ago the building was…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (712+ words) Caleb Kinzinger’s story is one of resilience, faith and fierce advocacy for access for all, friends and family say. Those closest to him describe the 23-year-old Freeburg man as someone who overcame significant challenges to make his life impactful. Caleb…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (382+ words) If you’re applying for a passport for the first time or are otherwise required to apply in person, you may want to check out a special passport acceptance fair. Facilities such as libraries and community centers will host seven fairs…...

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1+ week, 6+ day ago   (1059+ words) Hundreds of people, including dozens of police officers in dress uniform, bid farewell to Belleville Police Chief Matt Eiskant on Monday at a funeral service where people praised his deep devotion to law enforcement, family, friends and the community. Several…...

2+ week, 3+ hour ago   (676+ words) Dogs roaming the streets – alone or in packs – have been a problem for years in Washington Park, according to a former mayor and residents of the neighborhood where dogs killed a man last week. Former Mayor Leonard Moore said it’s…...

3+ week, 3+ hour ago   (763+ words) A new education center in Shiloh provides opportunities for children ages 5 to 14 to develop skills such as problem-solving, creativity, collaboration and confidence through technology and hands-on activities. Code Ninjas teaches coding, robotics, game development and other STEM-related activities while providing…...

3+ week, 1+ day ago   (303+ words) Belleville Oktoberfest is returning this September with some additional safety measures. A news release says the changes, made in collaboration with the city of Belleville, were made “in response to safety concerns experienced at community events in recent years.” Here’s…...