McKendree Holding Electronics Recycling Drive Oct. 29
(LEBANON, Ill., Oct. 10, 2024) – McKendree University will be hosting an electronics recycling drive in conjunction with PCs for People on Tuesday, Oct. 29 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The community at large is invited to bring their electronics for recycling to the lower parking lot by the Hett. Acceptable items include desktops, laptops, phones, televisions and monitors, keyboards, mice, printers, speakers, hard drives and other computer parts, power cords, cables, servers and networking equipment. Some items
McKendree’s Division of Nursing Awarded $980,000 Federal Grant to Address Nursing Education Shortage
(LEBANON, Ill., Oct. 7, 2024) – McKendree University’s Division of Nursing was recently awarded $980,000 from Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS), which Senator Dick Durbin secured as part of the 2024 fiscal year’s Consolidated Appropriations Act. This grant pays the tuition cost for 60 students who have been enrolled in McKendree’s MSN nurse educator program. The Building a Rural Nurse Educator Workforce through Academic-Practice Partnerships grant’s goal is to ensure an adequate number of nurse
Scott Credit Union Renews Partnership with St. Louis Blues for Next Five Years
St. Louis, MO – October 4, 2024 – Scott Credit Union (SCU) is excited to announce the renewal of its partnership with the St. Louis Blues, extending their relationship for the next five years, through the 2028-29 season. This continued collaboration reflects SCU's commitment to supporting the St. Louis community and its dedication to bringing fans closer to the action.Through this renewed partnership, SCU will continue to be the exclusive debit and credit card sponsor for the St. Louis Blues, offering
AN ADVENT DAY OF PRAYER – THE THREE COMINGS OF CHRIST
NEWS RELEASEContact: Shrine Marketing 618-394-6424bmertz@snows.org AN ADVENT DAY OF PRAYER – THE THREE COMINGS OF CHRISTKING’S HOUSE AT THE NATIONAL SHRINE OF OUR LADY OF THE SNOWS SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2024 9:00 AM TO 3:00 PM King’s House at the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows is happy to provide An Advent Day of Prayer – the Three comings of Christ, presented by Karen Seaborn, on December 7, 2024. The day will consist of three conferences with time for quiet reflection after each and
First Bankers Trust Company Welcomes Olivia Harris as Treasury Management Banker
Quincy, IL – October 8, 2024– First Bankers Trust Company, N.A. (First Bankers Trust), a wholly-owned subsidiary of First Bankers Trustshares, Inc., is proud to announce the addition of Olivia Harris as Treasury Management Banker for the O’Fallon and St. Charles Commercial Banking Offices and the greater St. Louis metro area. In her new role, Olivia will focus on developing and managing key customer relationships, specifically addressing commercial treasury and cash management needs. Olivia will report
Alumni Awards
McKendree University to Honor Outstanding Alumni During Homecoming Awards Ceremony Oct. 11 Accolades to include the Peter Akers Award, Loyal Service, Academy of Excellence, Rising Stars (LEBANON, Ill., Oct. 2, 2024) – McKendree University will honor several of its accomplished alumni at its annual award ceremony on Friday, Oct. 11 at the Hettenhausen Center for the Arts on campus. Chosen by the alumni board, the 2024 awardees have made their mark in their professions, communities and at their alma
September 25, 2024 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Recent Transactions
September 25, 2024 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Pg 1 - Recent Transactions Super Wash, Inc. sold a 1,638 SF former car wash at 1302 Camp Jackson Road, Cahokia Heights to Cimarron Properties, LLC. BARBERMURPHY represented both parties. Oak Mesa Properties LLC leased 3,000 SF at 216 Frank Scott Parkway Suite 10 in Swansea IL to State Beauty Supply (dba Saloncentric of Swansea) to move their existing beauty supply business. BARBERMURPHY represented both parties. 159 Properties, LLC leased a 1,600
HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Foundation to Honor Mayor Herb Roach at Annual Elizabethan Gala
O’FALLON, Ill. — On Friday, Nov. 1, at the 2024 Elizabethan Gala fundraiser, HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Foundation will present Herb Roach, Mayor of the City of O’Fallon, with the 2024 Elizabethan Award. The award recognizes Mayor Roach for his commitment to St. Elizabeth’s Hospital and the expansion of health care services in Southwestern Illinois. Mayor Roach is a longtime advocate of HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital and has championed the expansion of our mission as a community member, business owner, alderman
U.S. News Ranks McKendree in Top Tier of Midwest Regional Universities, Best Value Schools, More
LEBANON, Ill., Sept. 24, 2024) – McKendree University ranks once again in the top tier of regional universities in U.S. News & World Report’s 2024-25 “Best Colleges” edition, released on Sept. 24, 2024. U.S. News rated participating institutions in the Regional Universities category nationwide, and McKendree is ranked no. 82 among the Best Regional Universities in the Midwest. The rankings are split into four regions: North, South, West and Midwest. Among Midwest regional universities, McKendree was also
Live Laugh Illinois Ribbon Cutting
Chamber websiteChamber social media Cutting the ribbon is owner Jessica Michalke, Managing Broker, Owner. Business is located at 1207 Thouvenot Lane, Ste 200, Shiloh. “Elevating your real estate experience with hometown expertise and world-class service."
THE SPIRITUALITY OF THE TWELVE STEPS FOR EVERYONE
NEWS RELEASEContact: Shrine Marketing 618-394-6424bmertz@snows.org THE SPIRITUALITY OF THE TWELVE STEPS FOR EVERYONEKING’S HOUSE AT THE NATIONAL SHRINE OF OUR LADY OF THE SNOWS TUESDAYS, OCTOBER 1, 8, 15 AND 22, 2024 10:00 AM – 12 NOON King’s House at the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows is happy to provide another video study series starting October 1, 2024 – The Spirituality of the Twelve Steps for Everyone. In this four-part series, we will
Illinois Region President for Deaconess Illinois to Speak at McKendree University Oct. 3
(LEBANON, Ill., Sept. 23, 2024) – William Davis ‘08, the Illinois Region President for Deaconess Illinois, will be coming to McKendree University’s Hettenhausen Center for the Arts to speak on Thursday, October 3 at 7 p.m. Davis is speaking as part of the university’s annual Wayne E. Lanter Lecture Series, which invites influential business leaders and entrepreneurs to share their insight and strategies for success. He will be visiting the university during the day, holding thoughtful discussions and
HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital Earns Cribs for Kids Infant Safe Sleep Hospital Recertification
HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital Earns Cribs for Kids Infant Safe Sleep Hospital Recertification O’FALLON, Ill. — HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital is proud to announce that it has achieved recertification as a Gold Cribs for Kids National Safe Sleep Hospital. This certification recognizes St. Elizabeth’s Women and Infants Center’s team’s commitment to best practices in infant safe sleep, ensuring the highest standards of care for their youngest patients. By earning this recertification, St. Elizabeth’s
HSHS Medical Group Welcomes Macee Smith, APRN, Pain Management
O’FALLON, Ill. —HSHS Medical Group is pleased to welcome Macee Smith, APRN, to their medical team. Smith specializes in pain management and sees patients at HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Interventional Pain Management Center, located at Three St. Elizabeth’s Blvd., Suite 3800 in O’Fallon, Illinois. Smith is a skilled family nurse practitioner offering patient-first care alongside pain management specialist Dr. Kristina Naseer. Smith earned her Master of Science in nursing fromMaryville University, in St. Louis,
HSHS Medical Group Welcomes Lawrence Barnes, PA, Gastroenterology and Rebecca Harris, APRN, Neurolo
O’FALLON, Ill. —HSHS Medical Group is pleased to welcome two specialty providers to their medical team. Lawrence Barnes, PA, who specializes in gastroenterology, and Rebecca Harris, APRN, who specializes in neurology, see patients at HSHS Medical Group Multispecialty Care in O’Fallon, located at Three St. Elizabeth’s Blvd., Suite 5000 in O’Fallon, Illinois. Barnes is a certified physician assistant who joined HSHS Medical Group in spring 2024. He has over 22 years of clinical experience in diagnosing and
HSHS Medical Group Welcomes Dr. Hannah Jordan, Family Medicine Now caring for patients in Edwardsv
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill.—HSHS Medical Group is pleased to welcome Dr. Hannah Jordan, family medicine, to their team. Dr. Jordan is now scheduling patients at HSHS Medical Group Multispecialty Care – Edwardsville, located at 1188 S. State Route 157, Suite 100 in Edwardsville. As a primary care physician, Dr. Jordan cares for patients of all ages and offers a variety of services, including minor procedures, general wellness, well-child visits, women’s health care, and acute
REVITY CREDIT UNION EMPLOYEES DONATE TO SWIC PROGRAMS AND SERVICES FOR THE OLDER PERSONS FOSTER GRANDPARENT PROGRAM
Belleville, IL – Employees of Revity Credit Union united during the month of August to raise $1,230.00 in support of SWIC Programs and Services for Older Persons Foster Grandparent Program through their Revel for a Cause Jeans Program. The Revel for a Cause Jeans Program is an employee funded program that gives Revity Credit Union employees the opportunity to support the credit union philosophy of people helping people. By making a monthly, monetary donation to a local organization, Revity Credit Union
Sweet Katie Bee's Ribbon Cutiing
For immediate release, please. Here’s the link to ribbon cutting video on our fb page. Here’s the link to pics and video on our website. Sweet Katie Bee’s is under new ownership. Cutting ribbon are owners (mother/daughter) Jeana Santos and Kaylsa Davinroy
HSHS Medical Group Welcomes Dr. Gregorio Climaco, Family Medicine
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill.—HSHS Medical Group is pleased to welcome Dr. Gregorio Climaco, family medicine, to their team. Dr. Climaco is now scheduling patients at HSHS Medical Group Family Medicine – O’Fallon, located at 1512 North Green Mount Road, Suite 108 in O’Fallon. As a primary care physician, Dr. Climaco cares for patients of all ages and offers a variety of services, including minor procedures, general wellness, well-child visits, women’s health care, and acute and
New Adventure Web Design & Digital Marketing Elevates Local Presence with Upgraded Office Space in Waterloo, IL
Waterloo, IL - New Adventure Web Design & Digital Marketing, a leading full-service agency in St. Louis Metro and Southern Illinois, has announced the opening of its newly renovated office space in Waterloo, IL. This strategic move positions the company for continued growth and innovation in the ever-evolving digital landscape. Clients can expect more effective digital solutions as the agency leverages its upgraded workspace to cultivate a culture of continuous improvement and excellence. With over 15
