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.
COTTAGE HILLS - This weekend, Grip & Sip will host a party to celebrate the grand opening of their indoor pickleball courts. On Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025, community members can check out the courts and play pickleball at a discounted rate throughout the day. From 5–8 p.m., attendees can also...
COLUMBIA - Grieving community members can join the second annual Emotional Freedom After Loss Retreat. From Nov. 14–16, 2025, at the Toddhall Retreat and Conference Center in Columbia, 15 women will come together for the weekend retreat. You will receive a discount code if you register...
RIVERBEND - Little monsters love trick-or-treating, and we have the perfect guide of all the best spots in the Riverbend region. Whether you’re looking for traditional community trick-or-treating or fun new trunk-or-treating, there are lots of opportunities throughout the month of October for...
COLLINSVILLE - A local woman was honored with the Congressional Gold Medal, the highest honor a civilian can achieve. On Monday, Oct. 13, 2025, at the Collinsville VFW, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski presented Betty Wrigley with the medal in recognition of her service during World War II....
EDWARDSVILLE - SIUE nursing students sat in on a roundtable discussion with Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski. On Monday, Oct. 13, 2025, five students from SIUE’s Department of Nursing spoke with Budzinski about their experiences in the healthcare industry and the policies that would help them...
ALTON - Community members who want to know more about Medicare and the annual enrollment period are encouraged to attend an upcoming seminar by Medicare Insurance Techs. From 6–7 p.m. on Oct. 23, Nov. 13, Nov. 27, and Dec. 4, 2025, you can stop by Suite 511 in the RiverBender.com Build...
SAINT LOUIS - City Museum promises fun year-round, but this October, they have special “Fright at the Museum” promotions, decorations and performances. Located at 750 N. 16th Street in St. Louis, City Museum is an architectural playground for people of all ages to explore. Each...
You might remember a few weeks ago when I announced that I am officially a bicyclist . This is very exciting to me. I’ve unlocked a new hobby, and I bike all over the MCT trails in Madison County, and I’m slowly becoming a true member of the biking community. Except, if you recall,...
RIVERBEND - Halloween is creeping up on us, but it’s all treats — no tricks — this spooky season. Several parades are scheduled over the next few weeks. Check it out! ALTON With one of the longest-running Halloween parades in the country, Alton’s 108th annual celebration...
ALTON - Riverbend residents are invited to the City of Alton’s 108th annual Halloween Parade. Hosted by the city and the East End Improvement Association, the parade will start at 7 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 31, 2025. Hundreds of spectators will be in attendance. Steve and Greg with the Eas...
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