Barbara Ellen Anstedt
Barbara Ellen Anstedt, nee Gray, 90, of Mascoutah, IL, born March 19, 1934, in Vienna, IL died Monday, Feb. 24, 2025, at Silver Creek Assisted Living, Mascoutah, IL. Barb was a homemaker and worked at Dauber Pharmacy in Mascoutah for 17 years. She is a member of Holy Childhood Catholic Church, Mascoutah, HCCCW, member of…
Read MorePritzker calls $55.2B budget ‘responsible and balanced’ – but warns Trump policies could upend it
By BEN SZALINSKI, PETER HANCOCK & JERRY NOWICKI Capitol News Illinois [email protected] SPRINGFIELD — An improved revenue forecast is helping ease pressure on state finances as Gov. JB Pritzker calls for tightened spending to balance the budget without tax increases on everyday Illinoisans. During his annual state of the state and budget address on Wednesday,…
Read MoreSecond ‘50501’ protest held outside Illinois Capitol
By Jade Aubrey and UIS Public Affairs Reporting (PAR) A second protest against the Trump administration took place in front of the Illinois Capitol Monday, less than two weeks after the first such protest was held. The protest was part of the “50501 movement,” which calls for 50 protests in 50 states on one day.…
Read MoreMichael Morris
Michael Morris, 52, of Mascoutah, IL, born Oct. 10, 1972, in Belleville, IL died Friday, Feb. 14, 2025, at his home. Michael previously worked for Brent Bergheger Auto Dealership and Kilian Corporation. He is preceded in death by his father, Robert Morris and aunts and uncles. He is survived by his mother, Carol Morris, nee…
Read MoreMascoutah City Council to Discuss Leu Civic Center Heating System at Feb. 18 Meeting: Potential to Determine the Future of the Civic Center
By Zachary Daum [email protected] Update: at the Feb. 18 council meeting, the city chose to take no action at this time. The city received word from the Leu Civic Center that the boiler was deemed safe for the immediate future. Both city council members and leaders at the Leu Civic Center chose to take…
Read MoreDaniel J. Bagby
Daniel J. Bagby, 79, of Mascoutah, IL, born Sept. 30, 1945, in Belleville, IL died Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025, at Cedar Ridge Health and Rehab Center, Lebanon, IL. Dan retired as a Major from the United States Air Force after 21 years of service. He was a member of Holy Childhood Catholic Church in Mascoutah,…
Read MoreMascoutah Public Library Expands Offerings with New Spanish-Language Book Collection
By Zachary Daum [email protected] The Mascoutah Public Library is introducing a new collection of Spanish-language books, marking an effort to better serve the diverse needs of the local community. The initiative began after Librarian Joel Pikora discovered a specialized vendor at the Illinois Library Association (ILA) Conference that supplies world-language books directly from their country…
Read More4-H Members Work to Restore Historic Printing Press in Mascoutah
By Zachary Daum [email protected] Members of the local 4-H club are taking on a hands-on restoration project, working with the Mascoutah Historical Society to bring an old printing press back into working condition. Under the guidance of club president Jake Erickson and adult supervisor Jessica Erickson, the group has been diligently sorting through type and…
Read MoreHerald Publications offers Custom Signs, Banners, and Business Card Services
Herald Publications is now offering a variety of new printing services to help local residents and businesses make a statement. From personalized yard signs to custom vinyl banners and business card printing, they provide high-quality options for any occasion. Yard signs, starting at just $25, are perfect for graduations, birthdays, birth announcements, anniversaries, election campaigns,…
Read MoreMascoutah Steak House is Rep. Kevin Schmidt’s February Business of the Month
MASCOUTAH, IL – After receiving submissions from across the 114th District, Rep. Kevin Schmidt was proud to select Mascoutah Steak House to be his first “Business of the Month.” Rep. Schmidt presented Mascoutah Steak House with an official certificate to honor their recognition and met with the owner and staff. “Mascoutah Steak House embodies everything…
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