Area News

By Sean Ditch Lebanon held its second city council meeting of the month on Monday, October 23rd. It started with Mayor Cheri Wright proclaiming October 24th World Polio Day, in association with Rotary International, in the town of Lebanon.  It was then followed up with audience participation, where John Wright, citizen of Lebanon was following…

By Pamela Rensing [email protected] During the Mascoutah City Council executive session held on Monday, Oct. 16, former City Manager Cody Hawkins was appointed interim City Manager. Hawkins replaces Rebecca “Becky” Ahlvin who was terminated by the council on Thursday, Oct. 5.  Reasons for the termination were not made public. In August 2018, Hawkins resigned from…

By Zachary Daum A special executive session held at Mascoutah City Hall on Thursday, Oct. 5 resulted in the termination of Mascoutah City Manager Rebecca “Becky” Ahlvin. Ahlvin had held this position since May 2 of 2022. Mayor Pat McMahan stated, “I don’t have a comment on this as to why she was terminated at…

In a letter addressed to the Mascoutah community on September 28, 2023, Dr. Dave Deets, the Superintendent of Mascoutah School District 19, announced that the district’s administration had received notification of charges against a recently hired non-certified employee. The statement sought to provide clarity and assurance to the families and stakeholders of the school district.…

By Zachary Daum [email protected] St. Clair County Residential Circuit Judge Heinz Rudolf delivered a thought-provoking presentation at Mascoutah High School, enlightening students about the potential legal and criminal pitfalls associated with partying. The presentation, aptly titled “Seven Reasons to Leave a Party,” aimed to educate the young audience on the importance of making informed choices…

by Randy Pierce Forward movement is occurring regarding new outdoor warning sirens acquired by St. Clair County with many of the 79 previously used being replaced another 43 to be added to help enhance the safety of residents during times of stormy weather. Herb Simmons, director of the St. Clair County Emergency Management Agency, reported…

By Jeff Thornton  The National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) Midwest Nationals took place this past weekend at World Wide Technology Raceway in Madison, IL. THE NHRA is a governing body which sets rules in drag racing and hosts events all over the United States and Canada. The Association started in 1951 by Wally Parks and…