Attempted ATM Burglary at First Federal Savings Bank
Mascoutah, IL – In the early hours of, May 31, 2024, the Mascoutah Police Department responded to a business alarm at the First Federal Savings Bank located at 101 W. Main St. The alarm was triggered at approximately 1:30 AM, prompting a swift response from local law enforcement. Upon arrival, officers discovered evidence of an…
Read MoreCarol Jean Seibert
Carol Jean Seibert, nee Ullrich, 77, of Mascoutah, IL, born Sept. 1, 1946, in Breese, IL died Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at Addington Place, Shiloh, IL. Carol had the perfect mix of working outside the home and being a homemaker, working just a few months out of the year during tax season. This provided her…
Read MoreNewgarden Wins 2024 Indianapolis 500
By Jeff Thornton Leaving for the track first thing Sunday morning to watch the Indianapolis 500 it was sunny and sunshine with a temperature of 62. We were able to park and do the usual prerace stuff in the media center to prepare for the race. The race was scheduled to start at 12:45 pm…
Read MoreHelp Needed by Santel Family After Fire Destroys Home
The Santel family has found themselves in dire straits after losing their home to a fire. Jerrica and Bryan Santel, along with their four young sons aged 4, 6, 8, and 11, are currently grappling with the aftermath of this situation. The family had been renting their home and had just paid the rent before…
Read MoreSylvia A. Pendegraft
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of our beloved wife and mother, Sylvia Ann (nee Wisnasky) Pendegraft, who left us on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, after a beautifully lived life. Sylvia was born on October 20, 1934, in Hamel, IL, to Joseph and Emeline (nee McCain) Wisnasky. On July 2, 1966,…
Read MoreSICW’s Fan Fest 2 Astonishes with World Famous Wrestlers
By Zachary Daum [email protected] The SICW Fan Fest II, held on May 17th and 18th, 2024, at the Aviator Hotel in St. Louis, Missouri, was a monumental event that brought together wrestling legends, devoted fans, and a few surprises that made the weekend unforgettable. Promoter Herb Simmons, along with senior referee Nick Ridenour, orchestrated an…
Read MorePaulus S. Channer
Paulus S. Channer, affectionately known as Papa, age 88, of Fairview Heights, IL, passed away peacefully at his residence surrounded by his family. Papa was born on November 20, 1935, in Charles City, IA to Scott and Eleanor Channer, who preceded him in death. Papa served in the United States Army. Before his retirement, he…
Read MoreA Day in the Life of a Mascoutah Emergency Medical Service Worker
by Alyssa Harris [email protected] From May 19–25 the country is celebrating the 50th anniversary of National EMS Week, to honor EMS practitioners throughout history. The celebration began in 1974 under President Gerald Ford, and has continued ever since as a means to give thanks to those first-responders who save so many lives. Events are being…
Read MoreFormer Herald Publications Editor Photo Featured at Time’s Square
Mascoutah — A local photographer recently learned that a photograph he took of basketball star Caitlin Clark was used as part of a major marketing campaign for her by Nike Footware. Keith Gillett, who was editor of The Herald from 2004-12, learned that one of his photos of the Iowa superstar was used by Nike…
Read MoreHouse Gives Ok To New State Agency Focused On Early Childhood Programs
By PETER HANCOCK Capitol News Illinois [email protected] SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois House gave final passage Thursday to a bill establishing a new cabinet-level state agency whose mission will be to provide a kind of one-stop shop for services focusing on early childhood development and education. By the time it’s fully operational in 2026, the new…
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