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Last Week’s Track and Field
By Owen Dressler It was a busy week for the Track Tribe last week, which included four total meets. It all began on Monday, when the boys made the trip to O’Fallon for the O’Fallon Boys Relays. The Indians would have several top performers throughout the day, as Noah Feldt and Jay Wise-Singletary would finish…
Read MoreRep. Kevin Schmidt Names Donna Mae’s Beauty Salon for His “Business of the Month”
Mascoutah, IL – After receiving submissions from across the 114th District, State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt) was proud to select Donna Mae’s Beauty Salon to be his “Business of the Month” for April. Rep. Schmidt presented the owner of Donna Mae’s Beauty Salon, Donna Mae Schlueter, with an official certificate in recognition of a local…
Read MoreHouse Bill 1237 Moves Forward, Raises Concerns in Mascoutah Over Potential Mascot Change
Mascoutah – On April 10, 2025, the Illinois House of Representatives passed House Bill 1237, a proposed piece of legislation that would prohibit schools and school districts from using Native American names, logos, or mascots. While the bill has yet to become law, its progress through the legislative process is drawing significant attention—particularly in Mascoutah,…
Read MoreMayor-Elect Wally Battas Discusses Plans; Future of Mascoutah
By Zachary Daum [email protected] Mascoutah has a new mayor. On April 1, Wally Battas was elected to serve as mayor, defeating fellow City Council member Jack Weyant. Battas, who has served on the council for six years, will now step into his first term as mayor. Weyant will continue to serve as a council member.…
Read MoreMascoutah and Lebanon Election Results
Lebanon Election Results Mayoral Race: Winner: Charles Witty – 50% (368 votes) James D. Missey – 31% (230 votes) Ulanda Branch – 9% (69 votes) George Fero – 8% (62 votes) Voter Turnout: 25% of 3,090 registered voters City Clerk: Winner: Paul Grob – 64% (467 votes) Robert “Bobby” Davis – 27% (200 votes) Soni…
Read MoreMascoutah Middle School Library Suffers Major Roof Damage Amid Severe Storms
Mascoutah – A powerful storm that swept through the Mascoutah area on Friday, March 14, left significant damage in its wake, with Mascoutah Middle School suffering some of the worst impacts. The National Weather Service confirmed that a tornado touched down north of Mascoutah, with damage surveys ongoing in surrounding areas. Superintendent Dr. David Deets…
Read MoreDocumentary ‘Counted Out’ Discusses Advocation for Inclusive Math Education
By Zachary Daum [email protected] McKendree University’s Hettenhausen Center for the Arts will be holding a free showing of award winning director Vicki Abeles film “Counted Out,” a new documentary exploring the need for more inclusive and empowering math education. According to their website the film, “investigates the biggest crises of our time. Political polarization. Racial…
Read MoreDOGE Cuts Include Local OSHA Office
by Melissa Crockett Meske, Managing Editor, Illinois Business Journal A list of federal office closures recently posted by the Trump Administration’s Department of Government Efficiency includes several lease terminations of offices in the St. Louis and Metro East region. Of particular impact to regional business and industry, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration location in…
Read MoreMascoutah Native Named Chair of the Southeastern Conference Student Athlete Advisory Committee
Mascoutah – Barry Evans, a Mascoutah, Illinois native and member of Alabama’s nationally-ranked track and field team, has been re-elected as Chair of the Southeastern Conference (SEC) Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC). This is Evans’ second consecutive year serving as SAAC Chair. In addition to his leadership role, Evans participated in the SEC Spring Meetings last…
Read MoreVeteran Wrestler Pretty Boy Floyd Set to Retire After Storied Career
By Zachary Daum [email protected] Pretty Boy Floyd, a wrestling legend who has spent over 35 years in the ring, will be stepping away from professional wrestling following his final NGW match against Ricky Cruz in Mascoutah, Illinois. Having worked for top promotions such as WWF and WCW, Pretty Boy Floyd’s career has been nothing short…
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