If you have old or unused medications taking up space in your medicine cabinet, this Saturday is the perfect time to get rid of them. Take Back Day on October…

New York City recently began offering free travel tickets to migrants to encourage them to move elsewhere. Illinois was the 2nd most-requested location behind Texas, with 8.5% of those participating choosing…

The national debate on immigration continues to intensify, and California’s recent proposal to offer housing assistance to undocumented immigrants has placed even more attention on how states handle the crisis…

School Bus Safety Week is an important reminder to keep our children safe on their journey to and from school. Always stop for buses with flashing lights, stay alert in…

Happy Support Your Local Chamber of Commerce Day! Celebrate today by visiting local businesses and recognizing the vital role that our chambers play in our community.

Happy National Farmer’s Day! Thank a farmer today for all that they do. Illinois farmers feed the world!

State Rep. Kevin Schmidt attended the 2024 Fall Gathering of the Youth Mental Health & Wellness Coalition of St. Clair County. During this event, legislators sat on a panel and…

The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is available for income qualified households. This energy bill assistance program can assist with natural gas, propane, electricity bills and furnace assistance. Applications…

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, dedicated to highlighting the battle against breast cancer and emphasizing the critical need for early detection. During this month, we pay tribute to those…

State Representative Kevin Schmidt congratulated Mascoutah Public Library on receiving a LTSA Project Next Generation Grant. “Congratulations to Mascoutah Public Library on receiving their LTSA Grant,” said Schmidt. “They’ll use…