Mascoutah VFW Post 7682 Location to Close and Transition to Local American Legion
MASCOUTAH — As 2026 begins, the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7682 in Mascoutah is entering its 80th year and preparing for a significant transition that leaders say is necessary to ensure the Post’s long-term survival. The Post, located at 620 Donaphan St., announced in an open letter that it will sell its longtime facility…
Read MoreRobert C. Skeen
Robert C. Skeen, 89, of Mascoutah, IL born July 23, 1936, in Benton, IL died Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026, at his home. Bob was a retired superintendent for Peabody Coal Co. and co-owner of RDF, Inc. and a member of St. John United Church of Christ in Mascoutah and the Mascoutah Evening Lions Club. He…
Read MoreTerry D. Sommers
Terry D. Sommers, 59, of O’Fallon, IL born June 22, 1966, in Belleville, IL died Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026, at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital, O’Fallon, IL. Terry was a truck driver for Eaton Corporation. He is preceded in death by his parents, Raymond J. and Erma B, nee Leadendecker, Sommers. Surviving are his brothers, Dennis Sommers,…
Read MoreJohn Lewis Manche
July 14, 1934 – January 27, 2026 John Lewis Manche was born on July 14, 1934, in Medina, Illinois, to Francis M. Manche and Elva Manche (née Green). He passed away peacefully on January 27, 2026, at the age of 91. He shared 66 years of marriage with his beloved wife, Joan E. Manche. Together…
Read MoreSharon M. Fournie
Sharon M. Fournie, nee Rothluebbers, 81, of Mascoutah, IL born Oct 15, 1944, in St. Louis, MO died Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026, at her home. Sharon was a retired civil service employee from Scott AFB, IL. She was a member of Holy Childhood Catholic Church, Mascoutah, IL, HCCCW, former member of Holy Childhood School Board…
Read MoreDiane Kay Knipp
Diane Kay Knipp, 83, of The Villages, FL, born in Mascoutah, IL on July 24, 1942, passed peacefully on January 22, 2026 at Watercrest Buena Vista, The Villages, FL. Diane graduated from Mascoutah High School, was a homemaker and retired from Edward Jones as a Business Office Assistant. She was previously a member of The…
Read MoreScott Air Force Base Named Home of Personal Property Command
SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE — The Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced on Jan. 23 that Scott Air Force Base has been selected as the home of the new Personal Property Activity (PPA), a command created to oversee and reform how household goods are moved for military personnel and civilian employees across the Department of…
Read MorePass the Bread ministry continues 17-year mission of service in Mascoutah
MASCOUTAH – Every Monday evening, a steady stream of cars and pedestrians makes its way to First Assembly of God Church in Mascoutah, where volunteers lay out boxes of bread, bagels and pastries for anyone who needs or simply wants them. The weekly gathering is part of the church’s “Pass the Bread” ministry, a program…
Read MoreFormer Scott AFB Airman Pleads Guilty to Federal Child Sex Crimes
Scott Air Force Base — A former airman stationed at Scott Air Force Base has pleaded guilty in federal court to sexually exploiting minors and distributing child sexual abuse material. Michael E. McCay, 32, pleaded guilty Wednesday to two counts of sexual exploitation of a minor and one count of distribution of child pornography, according…
Read MoreMaryAnn L. Ulrich
MaryAnn L. Ulrich, 79, of O’Fallon, MO, formerly of Mascoutah, IL born Nov. 19, 1946, in Belleville, IL died Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at Delmar Gardens South, St. Louis, MO. MaryAnn retired from Delmar Gardens. She was vastly involved with various rescue organizations and charities. She is preceded in death by her parents, Pearle and…
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