May 2024

Bruce William Brown

A graveside service was scheduled to be held Saturday, May 4, 2024 for 76-year-old Bruce William Brown of Chester, Ill., who passed away at 12:36 p.m., Thursday, May 2, 2024 at his residence.   He was born October 15, 1947 in Chester, Illinois to Spencer Francis and Maev (nee Berry) Brown, who both preceded him […]

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Dan Abts appointed as Festus market President for MRV Banks

FESTUS, Mo. – MRV Banks is thrilled to announce the appointment of Dan Abts as the Market President for its Festus branch, effective immediately. In his new role, Dan will lead the strategic direction of MRV Banks’ operations in Festus, driving growth initiatives and further solidifying the bank’s presence within the community. With a distinguished

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Missouri State Highway Patrol seeks commercial vehicle    officer applicants

JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri State Highway Patrol, a premiere law enforcement agency, is accepting applications for new commercial vehicle officers. The 18th CVO Class is scheduled to begin training on January 2, 2025. The application deadline is July 31, 2024. Interested persons are encouraged to take immediate action to apply for this career opportunity.

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Nearly 1,850 students will be honored at SIU Carbondale commencement exercises

by Pete Rosenbery CARBONDALE, Ill. — The academic achievements of nearly 1,850 Southern Illinois University Carbondale students will be celebrated during spring 2024 commencement exercises May 10-11. Festivities start with the SIU Simmons Law School commencement on Friday, May 10, at Shryock Auditorium. On Saturday, May 11, Banterra Center will hold two commencement ceremonies. As of late

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Red Bud student athlete earns award for academic success as a Lewis University Flyer

ROMEOVILLE, Ill.– Ian Bollinger of Red Bud (62278) was among the 368 Lewis University student-athletes honored for academic excellence on April 22 with the Brother David Delahanty, FSC Award at the Convocation Hall located on the Romeoville Campus. The Delahanty Award recognizes Flyers who have maintained a cumulative GPA of 3.25 or above while balancing

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