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Long Lake Fire Department receives animal oxygen masks
Human life comes first when firefighters drive up to a house that's on fire. But after that, said Long Lake Fire Department Chief Danny Kreher, they feel good saving the pets families cherish.
May 28, 2012 | 5:30 am
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On the job with a Madison County death investigator
Deborah B. von Nida's job is following tragedy. When someone in Madison County is killed in a car crash, overdoses from heroin, commits suicide or is a homicide victim, the Granite City woman frequently comes to find out why.
May 25, 2012 | 1:45 pm
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Flags to be placed on graves at Granite City cemeteries
More than 500 flags will be place on the graves of known veterans buried in St. John's Cemeteries on Nameoki and Maryville Roads in Granite City Saturday, May 26, at 9 a.m. Area Boy and Girl Scouts, veterans organizations and fraternal organizations will place the flags. On Monday, May 28, a Memo…
May 25, 2012 | 12:00 am
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Granite City police arrest several on burglary charges
Granite City Police Department
May 25, 2012 | 12:00 am
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Sheriff warns of prize scam
The Madison County Sheriff's Office recently received a report of a Publishing Clearing House Scam. The victim was defrauded $5,000 after received a letter he had won $650,000 and an offer to pay off any credit cards with a balance. The Sheriff's Office offered these tips to safeguard finances:
May 25, 2012 | 12:00 am
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Take-back day collects more than 1,000 pounds of meds
More than 1,400 pounds of prescription and over-the-counter medications were collected at the national Take-Back Initiative in Madison County on Saturday, April 28. Residents were encouraged to drop off their expired or unwanted medications at one of six drop-off locations throughout the county. …
May 25, 2012 | 12:00 am
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Anderson Hospital clinic tests for sleep disorders
With wires attached to his head, face, hand, chest and leg, Anderson Hospital Center for Sleep Medicine patient Robert Adam wasn't going to have the most comfortable night last week during an overnight sleep study at the Maryville clinic.
May 24, 2012 | 5:30 am
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Granite City Council could legalize video gambling
Legal gambling may be coming to Granite City bars and fraternal clubs.
May 22, 2012 | 1:00 pm
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Man who drove car into church may have had a heart attack
The Granite City man who died when his car ran off a road and struck a building in Granite City early Saturday may have had a heart attack, Madison County Coroner Stephen Nonn said.
May 22, 2012 | 12:00 am
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Collinsville police arrest several on possession charges
Collinsville Police Department
May 21, 2012 | 12:00 am
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Collinsville approves contract with firefighters
While no wage increases were included in the new collective bargaining agreement between the city of Collinsville and city firefighters, the union did gain six additional personal leave hours for its members and the establishment of a Labor Management Committee to discuss and make recommendations…
May 21, 2012 | 12:00 am
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Collinsville Area Recreation District approves budget
The Collinsville Area Recreation District board of commissioners approved the district's 2012-2013 budget at a regular meeting last week. The vote was 4-0, with commissioner David Tanzyus absent.
May 21, 2012 | 12:00 am
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Edwardsville police arrest several on DUI charges
Edwardsville Police Department
May 18, 2012 | 12:00 am
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Twice-a-week farmers market set for this summer in Granite City
Tomatoes, cantaloupes, sweet corn and other scrumptious fruits and veggies will be fresh and ready to sell at a twice-a-week farmers market this summer in Granite City.
May 17, 2012 | 5:30 am
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Granite City won’t require display of vehicle stickers with picture of church
Granite City Treasurer Gail Valle said she just wanted to honor a Granite City institution when she had vehicle license stickers printed show a picture of a local church.
May 16, 2012 | 11:50 am
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3 killed in Granite City accident
Three Madison County residents died of injuries they suffered in an accident at 3 a.m. Saturday when their vehicle veered off St. Clair Avenue in Granite City and struck a tree.
May 16, 2012 | 12:00 am
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Longtime Madison County circuit clerk passes
Matt Melucci, Madison County circuit clerk for nearly 20 years, died Thursday, May 10, of cancer. He was 69.
May 14, 2012 | 12:00 am
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Illinois law allows sale of home baked goods, jams, jellies at farmers markets
Though it opened three years ago, something has always been missing from the Melting Pot Market in Granite City.
May 11, 2012 | 6:45 am
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End of the road?
A proposal to close Morrison Road at a rail crossing is encountering stiff opposition from nearby residents who say it would block an important access point.
May 08, 2012 | 2:00 pm
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Granite City church opens in bigger building
A more spacious home for Granite City's Rivers of Life Community Church opens the door for more outreach to the community, its leaders say.
May 08, 2012 | 5:45 am
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Plans to widen Collinsville's Vandalia Street back on the table
After months of being put on hold due to budgetary reasons, the Illinois Route 159 road widening project has been included in a recently released list of upcoming projects for the Illinois Department of Transportation.
May 07, 2012 | 11:00 am
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Granite City auto body shops struggle to keep up with hail damage
The shellacking the area took in a hailstorm in April left numerous residents with smashed or cracked windshields and dings all over their cars. Body shops are struggling to keep up.
May 06, 2012 | 12:00 am
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Edwardsville police arrest several on possession charges
Edwardsville Police Department
May 04, 2012 | 12:00 am
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Collinsville police arrest several on DUI charges
Collinsville Police Department
May 04, 2012 | 12:00 am
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Betting on Derby Day
It's off to the races with fancy hats and mint juleps at Fairmount Park this Saturday for the racetrack's annual Derby Day in honor of the Kentucky Derby.
May 03, 2012 | 9:45 am
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Edwardsville exhibit shows the practical side of creativity
Many see illustrations as pictures in textbooks or newspapers that help them understand what words mean. But the "Art of Illustration" exhibit at the Edwardsville Art Center shows illustrations are artistic expressions that can stand on their own.
May 03, 2012 | 6:00 am
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Collinsville eyes possible gambling expansion
The city of Collinsville is looking into how to deal with a state law that allows video gambling, such as electronic poker and blackjack, in bars, restaurants and other establishments that have licenses to serve liquor.
May 03, 2012 | 5:30 am
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Deadline set for levee improvements
Construction on a $161 million improvement project to Metro East levees will begin June 6, according to a timeline released by the St. Louis Metro East Levee Alliance. The timeline, developed by the Flood Prevention District Council and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, estimates that work on the lev…
May 03, 2012 | 12:00 am
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Mannie Jackson: From segregation to success
What was once a symbol of oppression for Edwardsville native Mannie Jackson has become a sign of victory.
May 02, 2012 | 6:30 am
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Physician pair honored for lifetime of service in Metro East
For thousands in the Granite City area, going to the doctor means seeing Dr. Larry Harmon or Dr. Kevin Konzen.
May 02, 2012 | 12:00 am
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Madison County Chief Judge back for another term
Chief Judge Ann Callis began her fourth term on May 1. The Circuit Judges of the Third Judicial Circuit voted to reappoint Callis last week. Callis has served as chief judge since May 2006. She was appointed to associate judge in 1995, and was appointed to circuit judge in 1999. She was the first…
May 02, 2012 | 12:00 am
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Hail storm causes damage
While Saturday's hail storm caused minor damage to some local businesses, private and city vehicles and six Collinsville schools, no injuries or major building damage was reported, according to Collinsville Interim City Manager Scott Williams.
May 02, 2012 | 12:00 am
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Damage extensive in Saturday hailstorm
Hailstones pelted much of Granite City in a storm late Saturday afternoon, causing extensive damage to windows, cars and homes.
Apr 30, 2012 | 12:00 am
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Security guards charged in death of man at Gateway Regional
Two security guards have been charged with involuntary manslaughter, a Class 3 felony, in the death of Anthony Burkey, resident of Pontoon Beach, according to a press release from the state's attorney's office. An indictment alleges Charles Knapp, 29, and Dylan Ritchie, 21, caused the death of Bu…
Apr 30, 2012 | 12:00 am
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Banking on the future and the past in Collinsville
A century and a quarter is a long time for any business to still be operating — especially in the volatile banking industry. But Home Federal Savings and Loan has proved that longevity is achievable.
Apr 26, 2012 | 11:30 am
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Collinsville car dealership looking to expand
A Collinsville car dealership has made a commitment to stay in the city with an upcoming $3 million expansion.
Apr 26, 2012 | 6:00 am
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Many ways to camouflage a cell tower in Granite City
People standing in the parking lot of Granite City's St. John United Church of Christ may get a good reminder of their faith just by looking up.
Apr 25, 2012 | 11:30 am
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CARD, City Council say they lack public support to continue costly rehabilitation
Both the Collinsville City Council and the Collinsville Area Recreation District have decided that the multi-million rehabilitation of the historic Miner's Institute is too big of a burden to handle.
Apr 24, 2012 | 1:15 pm
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Downtown Granite City streetscape project halted
Granite City officials have halted plans to improve the appearance of two blocks of Niedringhaus Avenue.
Apr 24, 2012 | 6:00 am
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Granite City police arrest several on DUI charges
Granite City Police Department
Apr 23, 2012 | 12:00 am
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Collinsville police arrest several on DUI charges
Collinsville Police Department
Apr 21, 2012 | 12:00 am
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Granite City police arrest several on drug violation charges
Granite City Police Department
Apr 21, 2012 | 12:00 am
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Edwardsville police arrest three on DUI charges
Edwardsville Police Department
Apr 21, 2012 | 12:00 am
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Collinsville traffic lights to get energy-efficient bulbs
Traffic signals in the city of Collinsville will receive an upgrade.
Apr 20, 2012 | 5:00 am
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Edwardsville monument honors fallen soldiers
The words on the nametag of Ryan C. Garbs' bronze bust at the Edwardsville City Park read "Our Sons."
Apr 19, 2012 | 6:00 am
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