Sydney Sinks grew up in the Riverbend area and graduated from Southwestern High School. She received a bachelor’s degree from Millikin University in 2022, where she majored in English-Writing with concentrations in journalism and professional writing and a minor in editing.
At Millikin, Sydney wrote and edited for The Decaturian and BURST Magazine. Her writing has also been published in Decatur Magazine, Gateway Journalism Review and others. She has received recognition from the Illinois College Press Association and the Society of Professional Journalists for her work.
ALTON - The koi pond at Gordon Moore Park in Alton is currently overgrown, but Parks and Recreation Executive Director Lyndsey Younger says it’s going to be back in good shape soon. “We didn’t purposely intend for it to get to that point,” Younger said. “We’re...
ALTON - The 108th Alton Halloween Parade is sure to be fun, and Parade Marshal Karen Wilson can’t wait to be a part of it. Wilson recently retired as a State Farm agent in the community, and she volunteers regularly with Pride, Inc., and other organizations around town. She notes...
ALTON - Jeremiah Harrison shows up and works hard. For his dedication, Jeremiah Harrison is a Hayner Public Library District Student of the Month for Alton High School. Harrison, a senior, has been involved with JROTC since his freshman year. He shows a lot of determination to succeed a...
GLEN CARBON - Amalia Dorgan knows exactly what she wants and works hard to get it. For her dedication, Amalia Dorgan is a Student of the Month for Father McGivney Catholic High School. Dorgan loves musical theater. She previously performed at the St. Louis Muny, which she considers her “biggest...
GLEN CARBON - Avery Grenzebach does everything she does for God. For her hard work, Avery Grenzebach is a Student of the Month for Father McGivney Catholic High School. Grenzebach, a senior, has played varsity golf and varsity softball for four years. She serves as the president of the Fellowship...
ALTON - Eden Hough is a well-rounded student. For her accomplishments, Eden Hough is a Hayner Public Library District Student of the Month for Alton High School. A senior, Hough has been involved in the Biology Club since her freshman year and currently serves as the vice president. She...
ALTON - A reception celebrating a new mural in downtown Alton has been postponed. At 4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 19, 2025, community members are invited to 224 Front Street in Alton for the mural’s unveiling. This is a change from the original date on Oct. 18, due to forecasted storms. The ...
ILLINOIS - The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) might reduce a proposed $128.8 million gas rate increase by Ameren Illinois by about one-third. Ameren Illinois and a few local advocacy groups shared their comments on the rate case. “In January, Ameren Illinois filed a plan with the Illinois...
EDWARDSVILLE/CHOUTEAU - During their regular meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025, the Madison County Board voted to approve a special use permit for a commercial solar energy facility’s construction in Chouteau Township, about a half-mile north of Granite City. Roxford Solar A LLC applied...
ALTON - Community members, business owners and elected officials came together to talk about Alton’s comprehensive plan. On Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025, at The Old Bakery Beer Company, attendees were invited to share their perspectives on Alton’s priorities. Andi Campbell, Alton’s...
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