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Senator Harriss and Representative Elik Dedicate 'Cpl. Tommy N. Miller Memorial Highway' Honoring Fallen Marine and Hometown Hero

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Attorney General Raoul: Virden Man Pleads Guilty To Possessing Child Sexual Abuse Material

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How the Lemonade Stand Became an American Symbol of Childhood and Enterprise

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July 28 in History: The Declaration that Ignited World War I and Other Pivotal Moments

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Madison County Adds Deputy Lauren Tamburello To Patrol

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Highland Man Detained On Child Sexual Assault Charges

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Alton Mourns Educator And Coach Bill Diddlebock

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Historic Edwardsville Landmarks To Be Honored With Goshen Commons Plaques

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Hayner Library Shares Upcoming Free Events for All Ages

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Alton Graduate Killed in Oklahoma Shooting

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Major Case Squad Seeks Tips In Cahokia Heights Killing

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Edwardsville Municipal Band to Perform ‘Full Throttle’ Concert Thursday, July 30, 2026, in City Park

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Unity Lutheran Christian School to Host Family Orientation on Aug. 5, 2026

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