Casey Andrew
Carolyn K. “Casey” Andrew, 89, of Lebanon, IL, passed away on Thursday, February 6, 2025, at her home, in Lebanon, IL. Casey was born on July 7, 1935, in Nashville, TN to William Hampton and Eldridge Douglas (nee Banks) King. She spent most of her childhood years in Cleveland, MS, and attended Mississippi State College…
Read MoreBarbara W. Hill
Barbara W. Hill, nee Treat, 82, of Mascoutah, IL, born Oct. 30, 1942, in San Antonio, TX died Friday, Feb. 7, 2025, at Memorial Hospital in Belleville, IL. Barbara was a retired teacher for Mascoutah School District 19. She was a member of St. John United Church of Christ in Mascoutah and the Illinois Retired…
Read MoreMascoutah Farmers Market Returns with New Location and Fresh Opportunities
By Zachary Daum [email protected] A long-awaited revival is coming to Mascoutah as a new farmers market is set to begin this year, providing local vendors and shoppers a fresh opportunity to connect. Organized by Kelly Casey, the market will be held at the Mascoutah Sportsmen’s Club, located at 1535 N County Rd, Mascoutah, IL 62258.…
Read MoreRobbery at New Baden Moto Mart Detailed; Suspects in Custody After O’Fallon, Missouri Chase
By Zachary Daum [email protected] A routine morning shift at the Moto Mart in New Baden, Illinois, turned into a harrowing experience for an overnight employee during the robbery who was reportedly shaken but unharmed. when two suspects carried out an early-morning robbery on Thursday, January 30. The suspects, who fled the scene in a stolen…
Read MoreDonald Chris ‶Don″ Detering
Mr. Donald Chris ‶Don″ Detering, 87 of Harrisburg, Arkansas formerly of W. Covena, California departed this life Monday, February 3, 2025 at Flo & Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro, Arkansas. Don was born January 19, 1938 in Mascoutah, Illinois the son of Elmer and Dorothy (Pleitner) Detering. He was preceded in death by his…
Read MoreRosalie “Rose” Elliott
Rosalie “Rose” Elliott passed away peacefully at her residence in Greensboro, GA, on February 1, 2025, at the age of 96. Born on August 31, 1928, in Mascoutah, Illinois, Rose spent her early life there before meeting Clifford D. Elliott, whom she married on June 18, 1949. They shared 61 years together until his passing…
Read MorePritzker signs law to prioritize placing foster children with family members
By BEN SZALINSKI [email protected] Capitol News Illinois SPRINGFIELD — Foster care officials will have to prioritize placing children with their relatives under a new law signed by Gov. JB Pritzker on Wednesday. Pritzker signed the Kinship in Demand Act, or KIND Act, at a ceremony at the Statehouse. The new law puts an obligation on…
Read MoreProtestors gather outside Illinois Capitol, call for Trump’s impeachment
‘50501’ demonstration part of a nationwide event calling for protests at state capitols By JADE AUBREY Capitol News Illinois [email protected] Hundreds of protesters gathered in front of the Illinois State Capitol Wednesday to protest President Donald Trump’s administration and Elon Musk. The group stood in the rain holding signs and chanting phrases like “dump Trump,…
Read MoreConnor Maedge is Officer of the Year
by Randy Pierce [email protected] During a period of just a handful of months, close to a half-year in total, since Connor Maedge completed his local training period and became a full-fledged patrolman with the Fairview Heights Police Department, he made enough positive impact to earn its 2024 officer of the year award as presented by…
Read MoreBoil Order Issued for Several Addresses in Mascoutah
EDIT: The Boil Order has now been lifted. MASCOUTAH, IL – The City of Mascoutah has issued a boil water order effective Monday, February 3, 2025, at 11:50 a.m. due to water main repairs. Residents at the affected addresses are advised to boil their water until further notice. Affected Addresses: 322 W Main Street –…
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