Local TOPS Club Member Authors Her First Ever Children’s Book
By Zachary Daum [email protected] Barbara Brueggemann, a local author who originates in Freeburg and a member of the TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Club in Mascoutah, recently donated her children’s book, “Daisy – A True Story of a Brave Duck,” to the Mascoutah Public Library. Alongside her illustrator, Erika Borowski, Barbara presented the book, which…
Read MoreLady Warriors Claim Third at Vandalia Tournament
By Larry Thoeming Coach Ben Crawford’s Lady Warriors improved to 15-9 on the season after a fine showing at the Vandalia Winter Tournament. Wesclin beat Mascoutah 36-21 in the tourney opener, then lost to Hillsboro 39-29 in the semi-finals before pulling out a thrilling 42-39 win over Salem in the third place game. Wesclin shut…
Read MoreMary Louise Fochtmann
Mary Louise Fochtmann (nee Asbury), 94, of Chesterfield, MO, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 16, 2024. Mary Lou was born April 14, 1930, to Josephine (nee Lienesch) and Earl Asbury. Along with her older brothers, Earl and James (“Jim”), she spent her early years in O’Fallon, IL. Her father passed away when she was…
Read MoreTerry H. Dilliard
Terry H. Dilliard, 79, of Edwardsville, IL, born September 4, 1945 in Dorchester, IL passed away on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, MO. Terry spent many years in education, with roles as teacher, coach, and principal at Bunker Hill, Gillespie, Carrollton and Mascoutah School Districts. After retirement he enjoyed…
Read MoreMascoutah Schools Excel: All Elementary Schools Rank in Illinois Top 200
By Zachary Daum [email protected] Mascoutah School District 19 has once again proven its dedication to academic excellence, with all three of its elementary schools ranked among the top 200 elementary schools in Illinois. This exemplary accomplishment highlights the district’s commitment to providing high-quality education and fostering student success. According to the latest Illinois School Report…
Read MoreFlorissant Man Sentenced in Check Washing Scheme Targeting Metro East
Metro East – A Florissant, Missouri man has been sentenced to over two years in federal prison for his role in a check-washing scheme that impacted a bank in the Metro East. Quentin T. Gandy, Jr., 22, pleaded guilty in October to charges of bank fraud and aggravated identity theft. On Friday, he was sentenced…
Read MoreRosalie E. Laquet
Rosalie E. Laquet, nee Wombacher, 87, of Mascoutah, IL, born Feb. 16, 1937, in Mascoutah, died Sunday, Jan. 19, 2025, at MarKa Nursing Home in Mascoutah. Rosalie was retired from the former Tom’s IGA in Mascoutah and a member of Holy Childhood Catholic Church in Mascoutah. She is preceded in death by her parents, Louis…
Read MoreTerry A. Kissel
Terry A. Kissel, 83, of Belleville, IL, born March 19, 1941, in Belleville, died Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025 at Mar-Ka Nursing Home in Mascoutah, IL. Terry was a retired scarfer from Granite City Steel and a member of United Steel Workers of America. He was a 1959 graduate of Mascoutah High School and a 1962…
Read MoreJohn Stanley Yoder
John Stanley Yoder, II, age 77 of Carlyle, passed away at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Breese on Thursday, January 16, 2025. Mr. Yoder was born in Hickory, North Carolina, the son of John Stanley and Elizabeth (Cline) Yoder. He married Marilyn A. Miller on August 12, 1988, and she survives in Carlyle. In addition to…
Read MoreAnnual Shoot the Rock Kicks off at Leu Civic Center; New Floor Debuted
By Zachary Daum [email protected] The Shoot the Rock 2025 youth basketball program at the Leu Civic Center is poised for its biggest season ever. With a record-breaking 172 kids and 21 teams participating, the program has grown significantly, offering competitive play across multiple age divisions. “This is our biggest year yet,” said Jenna Smith, Director…
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